Testimonials

“I am really excited to come here and get started. Renfrew is the perfect place and has all the amenities.”

Dr. Nixon - 2021

“I grew up in Wilno and always knew that someday I would come back to live in the Ottawa Valley. My first visit to do a tour was when I was finishing my family medicine training and I remember thinking that I could picture myself working here. Over the last year I have worked in Renfrew as a locum physician and have found everyone so welcoming and supportive. The hospital has the small town feel that I am used to, yet has access to so many resources. It was a very easy decision for me to settle down and start my practice here.”

Dr. Cybulskie - 2020

“I chose Renfrew because of the variety it has to offer in community medicine. I am constantly learning and at times it can be hallenging, but I always feel supported by other physicians, nurses and staff. Now that we have moved into the new building, we are all very excited and look forward to the growth of the community.”

Dr. Tara Avelino - 2017

“From our first visit to Renfrew, we could feel the warm hospitality and the great collegiality with everyone we met. I am very fortunate to be a part of this growing community and look forward to seeing how my practice evolves. Working in the community really defines the role of a Family Physician and I can honestly say that I love the work that I do!”

Dr. Anthony DeJesus - 2017

“After many years of training and moving around the country, I am so glad to finally have found a home. I have been welcomed with open arms into the medical community and am very excited to start a primary care practice here. Renfrew is a beautiful town with the feel of rural living and also the draw of rural medicine but also less than an hour from Ottawa - so convenient!”

Dr. Amanda (Comeau) Low - 2017

“It was an easy decision to start working in a beautiful community with great staff and good support from the Ottawa Hospital.”

Dr. Ben Blaine - 2017

“What drew us to Renfrew specifically were the collegiality amongst the doctors, and the smooth operation and friendly staff of the new medical clinic. We also felt that there was a sense of community in the town and that there would be a lot of opportunities for us to get involved.”

Dr. Jessica Bodig - 2012

“A rural practice, more direct involvement in overall patient care than the city, good relationships with other physicians and hospital management and a vibrant medical community, these are some of the reasons I choose to live and practice in Renfrew.””

Dr. Phillippe Pinard - 2012

“I found Renfrew by chance. I was placed here for my Family Residency rotations. I fell in love with the place. It’s a beautiful community with lots of nice lakes around it. We wanted to live in a small community; it’s the perfect size and close to the Ottawa.”

Dr. Jennifer Arcand

“I grew up in Wilno and always knew that someday I would come back to live in the Ottawa Valley. My first visit to do a tour was when I was finishing my family medicine training and I remember thinking that I could picture myself working here. Over the last year I have worked in Renfrew as a locum physician and have found everyone so welcoming and supportive. The hospital has the small town feel that I am used to, yet has access to so many resources. It was a very easy decision for me to settle down and start my practice here.”

Dr. Angela Varrin

“It is a great opportunity to come to Renfrew and work in a top-notch facility like RVH. I am very excited to begin my practice here.”

Dr. Shanti Nemani

“I am delighted and proud to be a member of the RVH medical team. It is a rare opportunity to be affiliated with a senior management team that can both plan for the future and celebrate the present.”

Dr. William Blaine

“We chose to come to Renfrew because it was an opportunity not only to have a varied general surgery practice, but also to be a part of a community. “On our site visit, we were especially impressed with the cohesive working environment, the friendliness of the staff and the openness of the administration. All staff and physicians seem to share a common goal of developing quality care and making Renfrew a centre of health care excellence.”

Dr. Susan Krajewski

“Renfrew is a great place to live and work.  There is a well run hospital, a collegial medical group and a very relaxed environment overall.  It's been a great place to start up our practice and a very welcoming community.”

Dr. Allison Clarke

“I moved to Renfrew in 1996 and have been impressed with the variety of quality services that the Renfrew Victoria Hospital provides. The staff at the hospital are wonderful. We continue to provide quality care to our patients. I have also found it an excellent community to raise my family in. The proximity to some wonderful facilities like Calabogie Peaks is super.”

Dr. Stephanie Langlois