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Physician of the Year Award
The Physician of the Year Award recognizes a physician who has made exceptional contributions to the clinical care of patients with Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis. In addition, the recipient is acknowledged by patients and families as a caring and dedicated healthcare provider who has made a substantial impact to the delivery of clinical care of Crohn’s and colitis patients. This award celebrates those specialists who have displayed a steadfast commitment to their patients, serving as both physician and patient advocate, often beyond normal “office” hours.
To nominate an individual for the 2021 Physician of the year award, click
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The deadline for nominations is
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Past recipients:
2020 Dr. Remo Panaccione, Calgary AB
2019 Dr. Kerri Novak, Calgary, AB
2018 Dr. Ian Epstein, Halifax, NS
2017 Dr. Jennifer Jones, Halifax, NS
2016 Dr. Tony Otley, Halifax, NS
Quick Fact
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Canada
has among the highest incidence rates of Crohn's and colitis in the world.
1 in 140
Canadians lives with Crohn’s or colitis.
Families
new to Canada are developing these diseases for the first time.
Incidence of Crohn’s in Canadian kids under 10 has doubled
since 1995.
People are most commonly diagnosed before
age 30.
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