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Retirement Notice: Dr Michael R. Murphy

March 24, 2025adminAnnouncementNews
Retirement Notice: Dr Michael R. Murphy

I wish to inform you of my pending retirement on Jun 30, 2025.

I would like to thank you for the honor of providing you with medical services during the time I began practice in Drayton Valley and Evansburg in October 1987. It is certainly sad to say goodbye, but the medical practice will continue in both sites and we have the fortune of some new doctors to join the practice.

When new doctors open their panels, we encourage you to book a Meet & Greet Appointment as directed by the respective clinic. We are looking into options for the continued coverage of Evansburg Long Term Care facility. I will endeavor to provide you with an extended prescription during the transition period, at your request and where it is appropriate. If you find a doctor outside of the community and wish to have your chart transferred, please request this via a signed chart request from your new clinic.

If you have any questions, please reach out to contact us.

I wish you continued good health and happiness for the future, and it was a pleasure knowing you as a patient.

Yours Sincerely,

Dr. Michael R. Murphy

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Get Ready for New Doctors – Join CHR Connect Today!

March 18, 2025adminUncategorized

We’re thrilled to announce that several new physicians will be joining Shale Medical Clinic in the coming weeks and months. To help you connect with them seamlessly, we’re using the CHR Connect App to schedule Meet & Greet appointments. These appointments are your opportunity to introduce yourself, discuss your healthcare needs, and onboard with a new family doctor—all with just a few taps on your phone.

To ensure you’re ready when our new doctors arrive, we encourage you to register on the CHR Connect App now and enable notifications. Below, we’ve outlined some of the features, how to set it up, and what you can expect. Let’s get started!

Why Register on CHR Connect Now?

By setting up the CHR Connect App today, you’ll be prepared to:

  • 📲 Stay Informed: Receive real-time notifications and broadcasts when new doctors arrive and Meet & Greet appointments open.
  • 📅 Book Easily: Schedule your Meet & Greet or other appointments directly through the app.
  • ⏱️ Save Time: Manage your healthcare needs quickly and conveniently from anywhere.

Plus, the app offers secure messaging with your care team and access to your health records—all in one place!

What’s a Meet & Greet?

A Meet & Greet appointment is your chance to:

  • 👋 Introduce Yourself: Help your new family doctor get to know you.
  • 💬 Discuss Your Needs: Share your healthcare concerns or questions.
  • 🩺 Onboard Smoothly: Start building a relationship with your new doctor.

How to Setup the CHR Connect App

CHR CONNECT SETUP

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Clinic App – CHR Connect

March 18, 2025adminNewsUsefull info Links
Clinic App – CHR Connect

How to Set Up the CHR Connect App

Follow these simple steps to get started:

  1. Download the App
  1. Create an Account or Log In
  • New users: Sign up using your email, Google, or Apple account. (Note: Use the same sign-in method every time.)
  • Existing users: Simply log in with your credentials.
  1. Link Your In-Clinic Chart
  • Enter your legal name (not preferred name), date of birth, and Alberta Health Care Number (no dashes or spaces) to connect your clinic chart to the app.
  1. Attach to Shale Medical
  • Search for “Shale Medical” in the app and click the “+” sign to add our clinic.
  1. Enable Notifications and Broadcasts
  • Go to the app’s settings and turn on notifications and broadcasts. This ensures you’ll receive updates about new doctors and appointment availability.

For more detailed guidance, check out the official setup guide from the app developer.

Explore More App Features

Once you’re set up, you can use CHR Connect to:

  • Book Same-Day Appointments
  • Available from midnight (12 AM) each day for urgent needs. Select “Same Day Clinic” as the reason and type to see available times.
  • Book with Any Available Doctor or Medical Resident
  • Schedule non-urgent visits up to one month in advance. Choose your reason (e.g., prescription refill, follow-up) and select “Office Visit,” “Medical Resident,” or “Any Available Doctor” based on your needs.
  • Manage Family Members
  • Add children 12 and younger to a parent’s account. Kids 13+ need their own account with a unique email address.

Need Assistance?

If you run into any questions or need help with setup, we’re here for you! Drop by Shale Medical Clinic, and our staff will do their best to assist you when they’re available.

Please note that the CHR Connect App is provided by TELUS Health and is used by our clinic to facilitate appointment bookings and communication. While we utilize this platform to keep you informed and connected, any technical issues or app-related concerns should be directed to TELUS Health Support.

Don’t Wait – Act Now!

Thank you for being part of our healthcare family! We’re excited to help you connect with your Clinic. Register on the CHR Connect App today and enable notifications. Let’s make your healthcare journey as smooth as possible!

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Knee Clinic Opens Self Referrals

March 14, 2025adminNews

📢 Exciting News! 📢

We are pleased to announce that after a successful trial period, the Acute Knee Injury Clinic is expanding its services and now accepting SELF-REFERRALS from clients! 🎉

While your health professional or physician can still refer you, it is no longer required to access this service.

📅 To book an appointment, please email:
📧 kneeclinic@shalemedical.ca

🔹 Reminder of eligibility criteria:
✅ Recent knee injury within the past 6 weeks (this service does not currently manage chronic knee issues)
✅ Pain at the time of injury or shortly thereafter
✅ Client age under 65 years (older clients are encouraged to see their physician due to more complex needs)
🚫 Injury is NOT related to WCB or a workplace event

We look forward to helping you get back on your feet! 🦵💪

#KneeClinic #InjuryCare #NowAcceptingSelfReferrals

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Welcome Athletic Therapist – Courtney Titanich

January 13, 2025adminAnnouncementNews
Welcome Athletic Therapist – Courtney Titanich

We are pleased to welcome Courtney Titanich BSc, CAT(C) an experienced Athletic Therapist with a proven track record in knee injury management, to our team.  

With Courtney we are excited to introduce our new Acute Knee Injury Clinic at Shale Medical—a streamlined, comprehensive solution for patients with acute knee injuries. Referred patients will consult with both the Athletic Therapist and the overseeing Physician to develop a diagnostic and management plan.

The service offers:

  • Comprehensive Initial Assessments and recovery follow-up appointments
  • Thorough Evaluations, including imaging orders when necessary
  • Personalized Treatment Plans, featuring bracing and customized rehabilitation programs
  • Consultation Reports, referring providers will receive written reports/updates for each visit
  • Referral to Specialists, direct referrals from the knee clinic to specialty services when required

Referral Criteria: 

  • Clinical Criteria:
    • Acute knee injury within the past 6 weeks,
    • Pain present at time of injury,
    • Age less than 60yrs old
    • Not WCB/MVA related.
  • A referral from a clinical provider (such as a Physician, Nurse Practitioner, Physiotherapist etc) is required. Patient self-referrals are not currently accepted.

The clinic will initially run weekly, with additional days added based on demand. To ensure rapid access, we will target that all new knee injuries will be seen within 1 week.

This service is funded in part by Alberta Health through the “Rural Team Based Grant“. 

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Portal and eBooking are now CHR Connect

April 16, 2024adminAnnouncement

Please note that Patient Portal and eBooking platforms are now combined under the CHR Connect App by Telus Health. The new app provides a more seamless experience when managing: appointments (including Same Day Clinic), messaging, profile information and billing.

Existing and new users will now be redirected to create a Telus Health account, once your account has been created you can add Shale Clinic and begin managing your profile.

https://chrconnect.telushealth.com

Account Login/Sign up

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Dr Ryan White – Closure of Medical Practice

October 1, 2023adminAnnouncement
Dr Ryan White – Closure of Medical Practice

Closure of medical practice of Dr. Ryan White

Dear patients,

It is with regret that I must inform you that I will be closing my medical practice effective 29 December 2023 due to relocation out of province.

Your medical records will remain in the custody of Shale medical clinic. Your written authorization is required in the event you wish to have a copy of your medical record transferred to another physician at a different clinic location.

I will continue to provide services to all of my patients until Friday 29 December 2023.

Thank you all for the opportunity to be a partner in your medical care, and I extend my best wishes to all of you.

Dr Ryan White.

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Wildfire Evacuation: Reopening Services

May 15, 2023adminAnnouncementNews

With community service reopening Shale Clinic hours and services will be as follows:

Missed/Cancelled appointments due to the evacuation are being rescheduled on a priority basis. All appointments between Friday 5th and this coming Friday 19th are being rescheduled from Tuesday 23rd onwards. Existing appointments from 23rd May onward remain unaffected.

Tuesday 16th: Phone lines open 9am-4:30pm for bookings, rescheduling, enquiries etc.

Wednesday 17th to Friday 19th (9am-Noon and 1:30-4:30PM): Clinic will be open via Same-Day appointment or Walk-in. Those with a same-day appointment will be prioritized. We will have 5-6 doctors available per day attending to any and all in the community.

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Welcome Dr Elfurgi and Dr Jadi

April 14, 2023adminAnnouncementNews

We are pleased to welcome Dr Ahmed Elfurgi and Dr Youssef Jadi to the Shale Medical Clinic starting on 24 April 2023. These physicians will be accepting new patients who do not currently have a family physician.

Dr Ahmed Elfurgi

Dr. Ahmed Elfurgi is a family physician who received his medical degree from The University of Tripoli medical faculty in Libya in 2013. He completed his postgraduate training in 2016 and has since gained significant experience in rural general family medicine and emergency medicine.

Dr Ahmed Elfurgi

Dr. Elfurgi is a registered medical practitioner with the Libyan General Medical Council and the Medical Council of Canada. He has a keen interest in family medicine and is dedicated to providing comprehensive medical care to patients.

Recently, Dr. Elfurgi moved to Canada and has settled in Drayton Valley. With his broad experience and passion for his profession, he aims to contribute to the healthcare sector in his new community and provide the best possible care to his patients.

Dr Youssef Jadi

Dr. Youssef Jadi is a family physician who was born and raised in Libya. He obtained his medical degree from the prestigious University of Tripoli in 2010, after which he pursued postgraduate training at the Tripoli Medical Center, where he completed his training in 2012.

Dr Youssef Jadi

With a strong background in family and emergency medicine, Dr. Jadi has been practicing as a family physician since 2012. During his years of professional experience, he has developed a keen interest in the field of family medicine and has excelled in providing patient-centered care to his clients.

In 2021, Dr. Jadi made the move to Canada and is now settled in Drayton Valley. He hopes to make a positive contribution to the local health system and use his knowledge and experience to benefit the community. With his dedication, passion, and commitment to excellence, Dr. Jadi is sure to be a valuable asset to the medical community in Drayton Valley and beyond.

Breton Medical Centre

Dr Elfurgi and Dr Jadi will also be providing community medical services at the AHS Breton Medical Centre once a week commencing in July 2023.

New Patient Registration

For new patients wishing to register with Dr Jadi and Dr Elfurgi please click the link below.

New Patient Registrations

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Service Updates: September 2022

August 31, 2022adminAnnouncementNews

Online Bookings/Patient Portal Active

We are pleased to announce that our new Patient Portal is now active. Patient portal currently allows existing patients to:

  1. Book/cancel/modify appointments with their own physician.
  2. Received secure messaging from your physician/health team.
  3. [Additional features are being added soon]

Clinic Hours Adjustment – 1 September 2022

Please take note that the clinic will be closed from 1PM tomorrow, Thursday 1 September. Our doctors will be attending training at the Drayton Valley Hospital for the new provincial medical system. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause.

New Patient Registrations to Remain Closed

We regret that we remain unable to accept new patient registrations at this time. If you require assistance finding a family physician please visit: Find a Doctor

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