Residents
The SRPC resident Committee is comprised of medical residents from across Canada collectively committed to supporting residents interested in rural and remote medicine.
Resident Committee Co-Chairs
Dr. Nkechi Ikeaba
PGY-2 Family Medicine
University of Toronto
Nkechi (he/him) is a Family Medicine resident at the University of Toronto, Ontario. He earned his medical degree from the University of Lagos, Nigeria, and went on to serve extensively in rural and underserved communities, providing comprehensive primary care.
He reflects that the most fulfilling aspects of rural healthcare were not only the breadth of hands-on clinical experience but also the sense of independence it fostered. Outside of medicine, Nkechi finds joy in classical music. He plays a diverse repertoire on his piano and frequently attends concerts as a way to unwind and stay inspired.
Dr. Tara S Freeman, MD
PGY-1 Family Medicine
University of British Columbia
Tara (she/her) is a Rural Immersion Family Medicine Resident at the University of British Columbia, completing her training in the communities of Chetwynd & Tumbler Ridge. She was born and raised near Coombs on Vancouver Island, where she developed a love for the outdoors. She completed her undergraduate degree in Honours Neuroscience and medical school at the University of Alberta. Outside of residency, Tara enjoys gardening, crafting, canning produce, and playing with her two large dogs and cat. She also spends a great deal of time enjoying the outdoors with her husband. She is excited to combine her passions for inclusive healthcare, challenging medicine, and the rural lifestyle throughout her residency and future career.
Connect with us for updates, contests, and more!
- Instagram: @srpcresidents
- Facebook: SRPC Residents
- Email: srpcresidents@gmail.com
- RuralMed Listserv: Join the RuralMed Listserv for general SRPC communications. Details here
NIHB Guide for Rural Healthcare Providers
This guide on Non-Insured Health Benefits (NIHB) helps you provide culturally safe care for Indigenous patients. [Learn more]
Enhanced Skills Catalogue
Check out our Enhanced Skills Catalogue for Canadian Family Medicine residents and physicians! Created in 2019, it provides an overview of Category 1 Enhanced Skills Programs available to Family Medicine-trained physicians in Canada.
This is the only resource that compares all 17 programs in one place. While we’ve worked to ensure accuracy, please confirm details with each program. This catalogue was prepared by the SRPC Resident Committee.
Rural Resident Leadership Award
The Rural Student/Resident Leadership Awards are given to medical students and residents in good standing who show a strong interest in rural medicine.
Cash prizes of $250 will be awarded to two student winners each year. Submit your application/nomination to nominations@srpc.ca by January 31st. Applicants must be SRPC members. Find more details on the SRPC Award Page.
Rural Residency Fair
Residents promote rural residency programs to medical students at the annual Rural Residency Fair.
If you’re interested in representing your program at the rural and remote medicine conference, please email srpcresidents@gmail.com to express interest.
SRPC Resident Podcasts
Welcome to the SRPC Resident Podcast! We connect, elevate, and advocate for rural healthcare providers through conversations that bring rural healthcare to the podcast space. Listen to our latest episodes [here] https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/srpc-resident-podcast/id1695005050
Rural Resident Photo Contest
We want to see your rural adventures! Share a photo from your time exploring rural and remote areas of Canada—whether during a rotation, elective, or vacation. Keep an eye on our social media for contest announcements and your chance to win a prize!
IMG Resources
We host events to help IMGs prepare for CaRMS, including sessions on CV writing, interview tips, and more. Follow us on social media for upcoming events!
Rural Research Poster Presentation
Each year, a rural research poster session is hosted at the SRPC’s Rural & Remote Conference. Poster proposals must include a clear research purpose, objective, methodology, summary of the research results and conclusion. We will judge the posters on rural relevance, research methodology, impact, clarity of presentation and your ability to answer questions regarding your research. Posters are restricted to a width of 4 feet and a height of 3 feet.
Residents will have the opportunity of being awarded the best student/resident research poster. The winner of best research poster will win the equivalent of $500 credited towards attending the conference.
RULES:
- The entrant must be a member of the SRPC
- The deadline for submission is December 31st
- Format: Microsoft Word
- Please submit your proposal to submissions@srpc.ca
Medical Resident Essay Contest
Each year, the SRPC Nomination and Awards Committee hosts a rural essay contest for medical residents. Residents are asked to submit a self-reflection from their experience in rural medicine. The winners will win the equivalent of $1000 (residents) credited towards the cost of attending the SRPC’s Annual Rural and Remote Medicine Course, and the essays will be considered for publication in the (CJRM) Canadian Journal of Rural Medicine.
RESIDENTS : Please send us a self-reflection from your experience in rural medicine.
- The entrant must be a member of the SRPC.
- Length: 500 – 1000 words
- Deadline for submission: December 31st each year.
- The contest opens on September 1st each year.
- Submit your essay to: contest@srpc.ca
