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When a rural hospital is on the brink of closing its ER, when clinics struggle to find physicians, or when international doctors face licensing hurdles, one name consistently comes through, CanAm Physician Recruiting. For over 27 years, CanAm has been Canada’s gold standard in physician recruitment, recognized for its mission-driven focus, deep expertise, and dedication to people-first values. Specializing in supporting international medical graduates (IMGs), CanAm expertly guides them through the often complex processes of licensing, credentialing, immigration and clinic optimization. What began as a cross-border recruitment initiative has evolved into a globally respected healthcare staffing partner. CanAm’s story is one of deep commitment, connecting healthcare professionals with communities in need, one thoughtful placement at a time. FROM A NICHE BEGINNING TO NATIONAL RECOGNITION Founded by CEO John Philpott in Ohio, CanAm began by recruiting Canadian physicians into the U.S. However, as immigration pathways shifted and international medical graduates (IMGs) faced barriers in the U.S., Philpott saw a new opportunity: bringing global medical talent into Canada. By 2000, the company shifted its base to Nova Scotia and soon evolved into a truly national operation, serving communities across Canada from coast to coast. “We became the first physician recruitment company in Canada. Since then, there’s not a province or community where we haven’t placed a doctor,” says Philpott. Today, CanAm is a trusted, full-spectrum healthcare staffing and consulting partner that is vital in stabilizing and expanding care capacity, particularly in underserved regions. Backed by a proprietary database of over 14,000 credentialed candidates, a legacy of lobbying for licensing reform, and decades of successful placements, CanAm has helped shape healthcare delivery nationwide. While physician recruitment remains its primary focus, CanAm also works with public health authorities and private clinics in every Canadian province to place other healthcare professionals, including pharmacists, nurses, and psychologists, where they are needed most.
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What if you walked into a clinic where every corner was powered by a different medical specialty? From advanced imaging to specialized diagnostics and treatment, experts cover a full spectrum of care. That place is MedRay Imaging. Owned by 18 subspecialized radiologists, MedRay brings the sharpest eye to every image it interprets. For more than 40 years, it has been a pillar of medical imaging, combining advanced technology with a steadfast commitment to patient care. “Whether it’s a routine X-ray, a diagnostic or screening mammogram, bone densitometry, or an advanced ultrasound, we bring decades of experience and the collective insight of our radiologists,” says Arash Boloori, CEO. “With a background in medical imaging engineering, we are a strong believer in investing in the best technology to deliver superior results. Our goal is to ensure every patient receives the most accurate and comprehensive care. We invest in the latest technology, continuous training, and a patient-first approach so that every individual feels confident they are getting the highest standard of imaging and expertise available.” As a full-service medical imaging centre, MedRay offers screening programs at its Westwood location and diagnostic imaging at Gordon Avenue, enabling patients to continue their care if further testing is required. Previously, all services were handled solely at Gordon location, alternating between screening and diagnostic patients on the same machines. By expanding to Westwood, the clinic can focus exclusively on screening there, increasing patient volume and improving workflow. The Gordon Avenue clinic is now fully dedicated to diagnostic imaging, and other clinics in the same Gordon Professional building—such as Pacific Diagnostic MRI, which provides private pay MRI services, LifeLabs, and numerous physician offices—offer patients access to multiple medical services under one roof. MedRay Imaging will be opening another clinic at 1340 Johnston Road in White Rock, offering X-ray and ultrasound services in the coming months. Every service at MedRay contributes to what makes the company exceptional, with each department designed to meet patient needs effectively. Its X-ray department is one of the largest private facilities in British Columbia, with three rooms serving 200–250 patients daily. Complementing this, the company employs the latest bone densitometry technology, ideal for seniors and those needing osteoporosis evaluations.
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J. Krystal Ascencio, Acting Chairperson Department Obstetrics and Gynecology, Jamaica Hospital
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Roger Kapoor, Senior Executive Vice President, Beloit Health System
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IN FOCUS
EDITORIAL
Shaping the Future of Care Through People and Precision
Healthcare is undergoing a dual transformation: the way we recruit the talent that sustains it, and the way we detect diseases that threaten it. Both are evolving rapidly and carry profound implications for the future of patient outcomes. Physician recruiting has never been more complex. With shortages intensifying across specialties, health systems are moving beyond traditional hiring practices to adopt data-driven workforce planning, international pipelines, and new retention strategies. This shift is not just about filling vacancies but about ensuring continuity of care in a system already stretched by rising demand. The next generation of recruiting emphasizes cultural alignment, resilience and adaptability, recognizing that the sustainability of healthcare delivery hinges as much on people as on infrastructure. At the same time, advances in breast cancer screening are reshaping preventive care. Emerging technologies, from AI-enhanced imaging to portable diagnostics, are closing long-standing gaps in accessibility and accuracy. Earlier detection, combined with patient-centered outreach programs, is enabling intervention at stages where treatment is most effective and least invasive. These innovations underscore a broader shift toward precision medicine—healthcare tailored not only to specific conditions but also to individual needs and risk factors. Taken together, these developments highlight the interconnected nature of modern healthcare. Recruiting the right professionals ensures that innovative tools are deployed effectively, while advancements in diagnostics reduce the burden on providers by catching disease earlier. Both trends point toward a system that is more proactive, efficient and equitable. This edition also features insights from Kristen Winter, Executive Vice President, Programs, People and Leadership at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, and J. Krystal Ascencio, Acting Chairperson Department Obstetrics and Gynecology at Jamaica Hospital, whose perspectives contribute to the broader discussion.
