 Welcome to The New Brunswick Chapter
of the College of Family Physicians
The College of Family Physicians of Canada is a
national voluntary organization of family physicians that makes continuing
medical education of its members mandatory.
The College strives to
improve the health of Canadians by promoting high standards of medical education
and care in family practice, by contributing to public understanding of
healthful living, by supporting ready access to family physician services, and
by encouraging research and disseminating knowledge about family medicine.
Family Physician of the Year
Dr. John Keddy MD, CCFP, FCFP
New Brunswick
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 Dr. John Keddy is a strong medical and
community leader from Fredericton, New Brunswick. ‘Whether it be teaching a
young medical student, resident or other physician learner, John is able to
provide the kind of role model that leaves a mark forever’ says his
colleague.
One of John’s greatest achievements is his ability to inspire. He is a
dedicated teacher and mentor. His students and residents revel in his enthusiasm
to listen, to share his knowledge, and to encourage their best achievements.
John completed his medical degree at Dalhousie University and has devoted the
past 36 years to the people of Fredericton. During this time he has touched the
lives of his patients through his clinical skills in hospital care, obstetrics,
emergency medicine, care of the elderly and sports medicine. His affiliation
with Dr. Everett Chalmers Hospital included a term as Chair of the Family
Practice Department. His natural leadership also opened other doors at Pine
Grove Nursing Home and the Fredericton Sports Medicine Clinic. John has been
Medical Director of the Veteran’s Health Unit for over 30 years.
John was twice President of the Fredericton Medical Clinic and also served as
President of the New Brunswick College of Family Physicians in 1990, following
which he was awarded his Fellowship with the CFPC in 1995.
John and his wife Margaret have two grown children. He enjoys squash, tennis
and skiing, and is an accomplished musician on the piano. Most recently he has
been enjoying his new role as a grandfather.
“From the time I watched my father practice medicine, I knew I wanted to be a
family doctor. After reflecting on 36 years of practicing in a variety of
settings with the unconditional support of my family, I am convinced that
working in a setting defined by life-long patient relationships provides the
most effective and rewarding experience for both families and
physicians.”
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