Primary Care in the City of Kawartha Lakes.
In 2003, the City of Kawartha Lakes recognized the need for family doctors in the community. A volunteer municipal committee was established to address this need. This committee became the Kawartha Lakes Health Care Initiative (KLHCI). KLHCI is a registered non-profit, charitable organization.
Need a Family Doctor?
If you are a City of Kawartha Lakes citizen who requires a family doctor please contact Health Care Connect at 1-800-445-1822 to apply. You can also contact directly the City of Kawartha Lakes Community Health Centre or the Kawartha North Family Health Team.
After Hours Clinics
(All patients with emergency medical needs should proceed directly to the Ross Memorial Hospital Emergency Department or call 911)
Lindsay
55 Angeline St N
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Hours
Weekdays
6:00-9:00 pm
Weekends & holidays
9:00 am – 12:00 pm
Bobcaygeon
100 East St S
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Hours
Tuesdays & Thursdays
5:00 – 8:00 pm
Bobcaygeon
85 Bolton St
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Hours
Wednesdays
5:00 – 8:00 pm
Fenelon Falls
Pharmasave
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Hours
Fridays
9:00 – 11:00 am
Pathway to Becoming a Family Doctor
Pre-Med
Prior to entering medical school, a potential doctor completes an undergraduate University degree program and writes the Medical College Admission Test (MCAT). If you are interested in a career in medicine contact us to assist with arranging possible shadowing opportunities with members of our medical community.
Medicine
Once accepted to medical school, a medical student will complete a four year program (McMaster University and University of Alberta-Calgary are the exceptions with three year programs). KLHCI is also the Medical Education Coordinator for the City of Kawartha Lakes so feel free to contact us to discuss elective opportunities. KLHCI works in conjunction with the Ross Memorial Hospital and Rural Ontario Medical Program (ROMP) to coordinate medical electives.
Residency
At the completion of medical school, newly designated MD’s planning to be family doctors will complete a two year Family Medicine residency program. KLHCI works in conjunction with the Ross Memorial Hospital and Rural Ontario Medical Program (ROMP) to coordinate electives for family medicine residents also.
Twice per year KLHCI hosts Family Medicine Resident Weekends. These weekend retreats include an opportunity to explore the area, tour the Ross Memorial Hospital, and be part of a fun community event.