One of the faces of the COVID-19 pandemic in Newfoundland and Labrador has been honoured as the Family Physician of the Year by the Foundation for Advancing Family of Medicine.
Chief Medical Officer of Health, Dr. Janice Fitzgerald became a household name in March on the onset of the pandemic.
Fitzgerald and Health Minister, John Haggie approach to dealing with the pandemic received National and International attention, as Newfoundland and Labrador flattened the curve heading into summer, and continues to keep case numbers low while many areas of the country are being hit hard by a second wave.
Fitzgerald’s approach has garnered position attention here at home as well, with many thanking the doctor for her efforts as the province entered into one of the most uncertain times in its history.
“Congratulations to Dr. Janice Fitzgerald on being recognized by the College of Family Physicians of Canada as one of their 2020 Family Physicians of the Year! Please join in sending best wishes to our superstar Chief Medical Officer of Health. Dr. Janice Fitzgerald has kept our province safe throughout the pandemic thus far. This is a very well-deserved honour!”.