Atikokan Family Health Team
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Your Health. Your Team. Here at Home
The Atikokan Family Health Team (AFHT) is Your Partner in Everyday Health
We’re here to support you every step of the way by delivering comprehensive, compassionate care in collaboration with the Atikokan Medical Clinic to ensure your healthcare journey is a positive one. Our goal is to help you and your family stay well, manage chronic conditions, and access the services you need close to home.
Our team includes:
- Registered Nurses (RNs)
- Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs)
- A Nurse Practitioner
- A Dietitian
- A Pharmacist
- A Mental Health Worker
Together, we support patients and families through preventive care, health education, chronic disease management, mental health services, and coordinated care planning. We also collaborate with the Atikokan General Hospital and other healthcare partners to ensure continuity of care across the AHCS system and beyond.
Whether you’re looking for routine checkups, nutrition advice, support in managing a health condition, or simply have questions about your care — we’re here for you.
About Us
About Our Team
Providing services in the community of Atikokan since 2005, the Atikokan Family Health Team is the primary care services arm of the amalgamated Atikokan Health and Community Services (AHCS) organization.
The Atikokan Family Health Team is governed by the AHCS Board of Directors, which is comprised of community volunteers, physician representation, and AHCS Senior Leadership, ensuring that the primary care needs of our community are met.
Meet Our Staff
Allied Health Professionals:
- Alexa Legree - Nurse Practitioner
- Kristin St. Pierre - Registered Nurse
- Kendall Coulson - Registered Nurse
- Ashley McEvoy - Registered Practical Nurse
- Ashley Fournel - Registered Practical Nurse
- Lorraine Gauthier-Stromberg - Mental Health Counsellor
- Glenys Vanstone - Pharmacist
- Dr. Melanie Rodrigues and Dr. Zahraa Ahmad - Lead Physicians
Administration
- Bridget Davidson, Manager
- Chelsey Rusnick, Program Assistant
- Paige Burgstaler, Clerical Assistant
About Our Team
ButtonProviding services in the community of Atikokan since 2005, the Atikokan Family Health Team is the primary care services arm of the amalgamated Atikokan Health and Community Services (AHCS) organization. The Atikokan Family Health Team is governed by the AHCS Board of Directors, which is comprised of community volunteers, physician representation, and AHCS Senior Leadership, ensuring that the primary care needs of our community are met.
Meet Our Staff
Allied Health Professionals:
- Alexa Legree - Nurse Practitioner
- Kristin St. Pierre - Registered Nurse
- Kendall Coulson - Registered Nurse
- Ashley McEvoy - Registered Practical Nurse
- Ashley Fournel - Registered Practical Nurse
- Lorraine Gauthier-Stromberg - Mental Health Counsellor
- Glenys Vanstone - Pharmacist
- Dr. Melanie Rodrigues and Dr. Zahraa Ahmad - Lead Physicians
- Alexa Legree - Nurse Practitioner
Administration
- Bridget Davidson - Manager
- Chelsey Rusnick - Program Assistant
- Paige Burgstaler - Clerical Assistant
- Bridget Davidson - Manager
Programs
- Prenatal/Well Baby Program
- Women’s Health
- Hypertension (Cardiovascular Health/Blood Pressure Management)
- Post Discharge
- Wound Management
- Diabetes
- Smoking Cessation
- COPD/Asthma Program
- Anticoagulation
- Frailty
- Mental Health Counselling
- Mental Health Walking Group
- Prenatal/Well Baby Program
Services
- Urgent care and same day/next day appointments
- Ear flushing
- Breast Pump Lending
- Immunizations and Injections
- TeleVu
- ABPI (Ankle Brachial Pressure Index)
- Telederm
- TelePsychiatry
- Medication Review
- Urgent care and same day/next day appointments
Contact Information
Location: 101 Zuke Road, Atikokan, ON
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
*Closed daily between 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Phone: 1-807-597-8781
Fax: 1-807-597-6008
To book an appointment: Call 1-807-597-8781, Ext. 0
About Our Team
ButtonProviding services in the community of Atikokan since 2005, the Atikokan Family Health Team is the primary care services arm of the amalgamated Atikokan Health and Community Services (AHCS) organization. The Atikokan Family Health Team is governed by the AHCS Board of Directors, which is comprised of community volunteers, physician representation, and AHCS Senior Leadership, ensuring that the primary care needs of our community are met.
Meet Our Staff
Allied Health Professionals:
- Alexa Legree - Nurse Practitioner
- Kristin St. Pierre - Registered Nurse
- Kendall Coulson - Registered Nurse
- Ashley McEvoy - Registered Practical Nurse
- Ashley Fournel - Registered Practical Nurse
- Lorraine Gauthier-Stromberg - Mental Health Counsellor
- Glenys Vanstone - Pharmacist
- Dr. Melanie Rodrigues and Dr. Zahraa Ahmad - Lead Physicians
- Alexa Legree - Nurse Practitioner
Administration
- Bridget Davidson - Manager
- Chelsey Rusnick - Program Assistant
- Paige Burgstaler - Clerical Assistant
- Bridget Davidson - Manager
Programs
- Prenatal/Well Baby Program
- Women’s Health
- Hypertension (Cardiovascular Health/Blood Pressure Management)
- Post Discharge
- Wound Management
- Diabetes
- Smoking Cessation
- COPD/Asthma Program
- Anticoagulation
- Frailty
- Mental Health Counselling
- Mental Health Walking Group
- Prenatal/Well Baby Program
Services
- Urgent care and same day/next day appointments
- Ear flushing
- Breast Pump Lending
- Immunizations and Injections
- TeleVu
- ABPI (Ankle Brachial Pressure Index)
- Telederm
- TelePsychiatry
- Medication Review
- Urgent care and same day/next day appointments
Contact Information
Location: 101 Zuke Road, Atikokan, ON
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
*Closed daily between 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Phone: 1-807-597-8781
Fax: 1-807-597-6008
To book an appointment: Call 1-807-597-8781, Ext. 0
Programs
- Prenatal/Well Baby Program
- Women’s Health
- Hypertension (Cardiovascular Health/Blood Pressure Management)
- Post Discharge
- Wound Management
- Diabetes
- Smoking Cessation
- COPD/Asthma Program
- Anticoagulation
- Frailty
- Mental Health Counselling
- Mental Health Walking Group
- Prenatal/Well Baby Program
Services
- Urgent care and same day/next day appointments
- Ear flushing
- Breast Pump Lending
- Immunizations and Injections
- TeleVu
- ABPI (Ankle Brachial Pressure Index)
- Telederm
- TelePsychiatry
- Medication Review
- Urgent care and same day/next day appointments
Contact Information
Location: 101 Zuke Road, Atikokan, ON
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
*Closed daily between 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Phone: 1-807-597-8781
Fax: 1-807-597-6008
To book an appointment: Call 1-807-597-8781, ext. 0
Programs
- Prenatal/Well Baby Program
- Women’s Health
- Hypertension (Cardiovascular Health/Blood Pressure Management)
- Post Discharge
- Wound Management
- Diabetes
- Smoking Cessation
- COPD/Asthma Program
- Anticoagulation
- Frailty
- Mental Health Counselling
- Mental Health Walking Group
Services
- Urgent care and same day/next day appointments
- Ear flushing
- Breast Pump Lending
- Immunizations and Injections
- TeleVu
- ABPI (Ankle Brachial Pressure Index)
- Telederm
- TelePsychiatry
- Medication Review
Contact Information
Location: 101 Zuke Road, Atikokan, ON
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
*Closed daily between 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Phone: 1-807-597-8781
Fax: 1-807-597-6008
To book an appointment:
Call 1-807-597-8781, Ext. 0
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In any given year:
More than 4,500 emergency visits
41 beds for acute and long-term care needs
400+ telemedicine visits with specialists
Nearly 250 clients seen by Community Counselling
Over 1,500 Diagnostic Imaging Visits
Nearly 6,000 patient rehabilitation treatment hours
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Waste Management Consultation
We'll help you assess waste generation, recommend strategies for waste reduction, and implement recycling programs.
Waste Management Audit
We have a range of educational programs, workshops, and awareness campaigns to promote responsible waste management practices within the community.
Recycling for a better world
Reduce & reuse waste
5126+
Companies we serve
Serving clients for over 15 years, and counting.
278+
Types of waste we collect
We've got the permits to handle all kinds of waste.
Recycling for a better world
Reduce & reuse waste
5126+
Companies we serve
Serving clients for over 15 years, and counting.
278+
Types of waste we collect
