Every day we receive questions about Chatham-Kent, our medical facilities, our incentive packages, our real estate, our schools, our lifestyle and just about everything else in between! We created this list to help you understand what we are all about. If there is something that you are curious about that is not listed here, please contact us and we would be more than happy to explain.

Are the health facilities in Chatham-Kent adequate for my kind of practice?
Chatham-Kent Health Alliance is a progressive partnership of 3 hospitals on two sites encompassing 280 beds with state-of-the-art diagnostic (PACS) and support services. Comprehensive local, multi specialty back up includes General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Paediatrics. Other support includes Orthopaedics, Urology, Ophthalmology, Otolaryngology, Oral Surgery and Psychiatry. We also share strong linkages to nearby academic centres.

As a result of the recent Strategic Planning Process the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance has undergone, new Market Share information is available for your use.

We have just completed a $80 million capital building project where three sites were brought into two with a main campus in Chatham and another smaller campus in Wallaceburg. We are so proud of our new facilities and we know that you will find them to be very impressive! We hope you will come and visit our Whole New World!

Would my partner find employment in the community?
In a community of our size, it is natural for the hospitals to have a close relationship with the largest employers of the community. We are committed to assisting your partner in the search for continued employment in a variety of professions.

Would this area provide quality education for my children?
The community provides excellent Public, Separate and Private, French Catholic & Christian schools at the elementary and secondary levels. St. Clair College operates its Thames Campus in Chatham. The University of Windsor has a satellite office located at St. Clair College. Universities are available within driving distance.

What are the cultural, recreational and social opportunities in the area?
Chatham-Kent is located in the heart of beautiful Southwestern Ontario, midway between London and Windsor. The local opportunities for you and your family are plentiful. We offer close proximity to the very best in recreation, concerts, theatre and professional sports.

What is the financial package offered?
We tailor to your needs! We take the time to speak with every physician we meet about what their needs are coming into our community. We then tailor a package that best reflects what you need. A vehicle? A fully-equipped office? Paying down school loans? A down payment on a home? We have found that every physician is in a difference financial place, so instead of offering one standard package, we prefer to give you help where you need it most!

The community of Chatham-Kent offers attractive incentives including administrative financial support for CME activities, relocation grants, and assistance with licensing and spousal employment issues. The community has also come up with some very unique soft incentives as well to offer new physicians. As well, Chatham-Kent Health Alliance offers a fee for service system and an alternate funding agreement in the Emergency departments.

What does "Underserviced" mean?
Chatham-Kent is designated "underserviced" with over 20 positions for Family Physicians currently available. FPs relocating to Chatham-Kent may be eligible for a number of Underserviced Area Programs, which may include incentive grants of up to $15,000 and a Free Tuition Program that offers FPs up to $40,000 in exchange for a return-of-service commitment.

Would I be able to join an existing partnership or practice?
There are many established and busy group practices in the Municipality of Chatham-Kent. Again, it’s all about the perfect fit. We want to know what you are looking for in terms of practice and we can match you based on our records of what opportunities are available. We can introduce you to practicing physicians in our community and you can even work Locum Tenens in a few potential offices before you decide if you wish. We aim to create a positive working environment for all physicians in Chatham-Kent!

Would I have access to continuing education?
Yes, Chatham-Kent Health Alliance encourages and supports CME activities.

Is the practice rural or metropolitan?
Our rural community of 107,000 people offers safe neighbourhoods and affordable housing, golf, beaches, lakes and easy access to larger communities and nearby academic centres.

How do I get more information?
We're interested in talking to you. To learn more about these exciting practice opportunities, we encourage you to contact us:
Medical Recruitment, Chatham-Kent Health Alliance, lnash@ckha.on.ca (519) 352-6401 ext. 5131

If you are looking for more information, check out www.chatham-kent.ca or email us at lnash@ckha.on.ca and we would be glad to help!