One of the faces of the COVID-19 pandemic in Newfoundland and Labrador has been honoured as the Family Physician of the Year by the Foundation for Advancing Family Medicine.
Chief Medical Officer of Health Dr. Janice Fitzgerald became a household name in March at the onset of the pandemic.
Fitzgerald and Health Minister Dr. John Haggie’s approach to dealing with the pandemic received national and international attention, as Newfoundland and Labrador flattened the curve heading into summer, and continues to keep case numbers low while many areas of the country are being hit hard by a second wave.
Fitzgerald’s approach has garnered positive attention here at home as well, with many thanking the doctor for her efforts as the province entered into one of the most uncertain times in its history.
Congratulations to Dr. Janice Fitzgerald on being recognized by the College of Family Physicians of Canada as one of…
Posted by Dr. John Haggie on Saturday, November 7, 2020