Two new physicians have been welcomed at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance.
Two new physicians have been welcomed at the Chatham-Kent Health Alliance.
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Dr. Kinza Ijaz has joined the internal medicine department, and Dr. Adaora Obi has joined the psychiatry department, the hospital said in a release Thursday.
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“Both (are) valuable additions to our clinical team and the Chatham-Kent community,” acting chief of staff Dr. Zeke Milkovic said. “Their expertise enhances CKHA’s commitment to delivering patient- and family-centered care.”
Ijaz completed her bachelor of science in medical radiation therapy at Laurentian University in 2014 before earning her medical doctorate from the University of Medical and Health Sciences in St. Kitts, CKHA said. She completed her residency in internal medicine at Michigan’s Wayne State University in 2022.
“I’m excited to join CKHA to provide comprehensive acute care to our community, while making a meaningful difference in our patient’s lives,” Ijaz said. “I look forward to working alongside CKHA’s dedicated team of health-care professionals in a dynamic environment.”
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Obi obtained her medical degree in Ghana before completing core psychiatry training in Manchester, UK, and higher training in general adult psychiatry in Scotland, CKHA said. She became a member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists in February 2020.
“I am warmed by how welcoming the team at CKHA have been, . . . ensuring a smooth, stress-free transition for myself and my family and that we feel valued and appreciated,” Obi said. “I look forward to joining the team and contributing to the delivery of mental health services across Chatham-Kent.”
Her office is at 240 Grand Ave. in Chatham, and the intake team can be reached without a referral at 519-351-6144. ext. 5051.
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