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It’s been just one year since Dr. Osa Olayemi launched her family practice in Richmond after looking for family doctor jobs in Canada, but she and her children already feel at home.
Originally from Nigeria, Dr. Olayemi graduated from the University of Benin before moving to Ghana to complete her family physician training. After practicing family medicine in Ghana for more than a decade, she began exploring family doctor jobs in Canada, specifically opportunities available through the Practice Ready Assessment (PRA-BC) program. This pathway allowed her to begin preparing for the required exams while still practicing abroad.
“I felt that Canada would offer a better life for the kids,” she explains. “I wanted them to experience a society where they are free to do what they want, and where the system supports them in every aspect, such as in health care and education.”
Arriving in British Columbia, Dr. Olayemi completed her Clinical Field Assessment in North Vancouver, where she was introduced to long-term and urgent care. “I was happy that Vancouver Coastal Health linked me with the Richmond Division of Family Practice,” she says, noting how the recruitment team quickly connected her with clinics to explore. The Richmond Division of Family Practice (RDFP) is a professional network of almost 300 local family physicians working together to improve healthcare. This network supports family physicians through a free membership that gives access to exclusive events, career and practice assistance, and peer-to-peer support.
Finding the Perfect Fit for Family Practitioners
Her decision to settle in Richmond was guided by her desire to find the right fit: “I wanted a place where I could fit in, that supported my style of practice, and where I could call home. I think that’s what I found at MegaFu.”
Dr. Olayemi also appreciated the settlement resources available through the RDFP member portal, which helped her register her two younger children in school. “RDFP gave me quite a lot of support,” she says. “Not everyone who did the PRA-BC with me were as lucky as I was to have that kind of support.”
Today, in addition to her practice, Dr. Olayemi serves as a long-term care physician at Pinegrove Place, participates in the RDFP’s IT Working Group, and works with the RAP program to expand her patient panel. “I am in Richmond, so I should try to serve this population,” she says.
For her family, the move has been equally rewarding. The kids have made friends, play soccer, and enjoy community life, while Dr. Olayemi spends her free time playing basketball with her son, walking, and planning to join a dance class.
Reflecting on her journey, she notes: “I got selected into Richmond, but I’m glad I came to Richmond. I am happy.”
Why Select Richmond as a Family Doctor?
For physicians considering starting their healthcare career in British Columbia, Richmond offers a welcoming community, strong support, and opportunities to build a fulfilling practice. Whether you are exploring healthcare jobs in Canada, or seeking a rewarding physician career in Richmond, Richmond Division of Family Practice is here to support you every step of the way.
Richmond now participates in two cohorts per year, allowing more IMGs to integrate into our community and provide longitudinal family practice.
Access to Richmond PCN physiotherapy is transforming the lives of patients recovering from injuries, chronic pain, or mobility challenges. By connecting family physicians with funded, high-quality physiotherapy services, the Richmond PCN ensures patients receive the care they need to regain independence, improve mobility, and enhance overall well-being—without the financial burden of private treatment.
A Life Changed by Multiple Accidents
It’s a tale nearly impossible to imagine, but Richmond resident Judy Graham’s life had to take a 180-degree turn since suffering not one, but six car accidents since 2017.
“In every accident, my vehicle was at a complete stop,” says the former oil and gas industry project manager who was forced into early retirement due to severe neck and leg pain.
“I travelled a lot for the job, and was on job sites wearing steel-toed boots and hard hats and climbing on rocks, but it became tough,” says Graham. “Because retirement was forced on me, I wasn’t ready for it and was really quite sad, but I knew I had to stop.”
Family Physician Referral to PCN Care: Transformative Results Through Physiotherapy
Graham’s family physician, Dr. Lisa Nakajima, felt physiotherapy could help and referred her to a series of MSP-funded PCN sessions at Garratt Wellness Centre.
“Doctor Nakajima is an absolute Godsend to me, says Graham. “I am so blessed to have her as my doctor. I always try and listen because she is always right.”
Determined to heal, Graham took her physiotherapy program seriously and worked hard to master the weight and balancing exercises outlined for her. “The difference was phenomenal. It did remarkable things for me,” she says.
“Access to this treatment has been life-saving. I couldn’t afford physio otherwise. The program is incredible, and a huge necessity for elderly people.” Judy Graham, Richmond Resident
Graham has exhausted her initial allocation of funded sessions but has re-applied, and hopes to see her favourite therapist again.
“He is the most amazing person ever,” she says, with a tear in her eye about PCN physiotherapist Paulo Macapagal. “He is so kind and compassionate, and really encouraged me. He gave me a whole lot of hope that I will get better. I can’t say enough about him.”
Always excited for the visits, Graham was inspired to demonstrate how hard she was working at home.
“I always looked forward to it, loved seeing him, and left feeling so great and wondering how I got this lucky,” she says, “I miss him terribly and can’t wait to go back, because I know he is going to help with this pain.”
“Having access to this treatment has been life-saving,” she says. “And it being offered at no cost? That’s huge. I couldn’t afford physio otherwise. This program is incredible, and such a necessity for elderly people. I am ever so grateful.”
Encouraging Family Physicians to Refer to the PCN
Since experiencing the benefits first-hand, Graham hopes that all Richmond family physicians adopt referrals to PCN services for their patients and understand what an important impact they are having on real lives like hers.
Richmond PCN physiotherapy offers life-changing care for patients recovering from injuries, chronic pain, or mobility challenges. Funded sessions make these services accessible to those who might not afford physiotherapy otherwise, while skilled PCN therapists provide guidance and support to help patients regain independence and improve their quality of life.
Family physicians and patients in Richmond are encouraged to explore the benefits of PCN services. Refer your patients to the Richmond PCN today or learn more about how these programs can support recovery, mobility, and overall well-being.
The Richmond Primary Care Networks are transforming everyday health care for residents by bringing together family physicians, nurse practitioners, and allied health professionals in a coordinated, team-based approach. These networks aim to improve access, enhance patient care, and provide greater support to family doctors across Richmond.
Transforming Primary Care in Richmond
The B.C. Ministry of Health has announced its plan to transform everyday health care for Richmond residents by establishing three Primary Care Networks (PCNs) designed to bring additional health care resources and support to the city.
Up to 70 new health care providers will be recruited to support the transformation, including Family Physicians (FPs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs) such as Physiotherapists and Clinical Pharmacists.
“We know that many people living within Richmond have had challenges getting access to the everyday health care they need for themselves and their families,” says Adrian Dix, Minister of Health. “Creating these Primary Care Networks will allow health care professionals to work together in a team-based environment to help address long-standing gaps in primary care access for people in this community.”
The three networks will be the Richmond West, Richmond City Centre and Richmond East PCNs. Each PCN partners new and existing health care professionals with the health authority and community organizations as part of a networked, team-based approach to providing care.
“This is a time of unprecedented change and opportunity for family medicine, and the Richmond Division of Family Practice is eager to work toward a more accessible and coordinated system of primary care through the development of primary care networks,” says Dr. Rachila Sharma Aucone, Board Chair, Richmond Divisions of Family Practice. “This initiative will provide team-based care to our patients and greater support to family doctors practicing in Richmond.”
Each network will provide a full range of accessible, everyday health services, such as maternity or end-of-life care, to better support patients and providers. Together, these PCNs will see community partners work to attach tens of thousands of patients in Richmond to regular primary care.
Expanding Access with Team-Based Care
“Vancouver Coastal Health is constantly looking at how we can expand and enhance services to better care for clients in need in our communities, when and where they need it,” says Mary Ackenhusen, President and CEO of Vancouver Coastal Health. “These networks will bring together and coordinate health care providers, services, and programs, making it easier for Richmond residents to access care providers, to receive follow-up, and to connect to other services they may need. We are excited to be a part of this new model of care serving our Richmond community.”
The three networks in Richmond were developed to better meet the community’s specific needs. These priority needs include:
increased attachment for Richmond residents to a regular primary care provider
enhanced coordination of primary and community services with a focus on improving care for seniors
enhanced cultural safety and culturally appropriate care for Indigenous and immigrant residents
increased team-based resources to better meet the needs of people with mild to moderate chronic disease/conditions. These resources include health promotion services that respond to population health needs.
The Richmond Primary Care Networks initiative is a partnership between the Ministry of Health, Vancouver Coastal Health and the Richmond Division of Family Practice.
The Ministry of Health will provide approximately $15 million in annual funding to the Richmond region by the third year, as net new positions are added and as patients are attached.
With three new networks—Richmond West, Richmond City Centre, and Richmond East—residents will have improved access to primary care, including maternity, end-of-life, and chronic disease management services. By integrating community partners, cultural safety initiatives, and enhanced resources, the Richmond Primary Care Networks are connecting patients to regular care and supporting providers with team-based services designed to meet the city’s unique health needs.
Learn more about the Richmond Primary Care Networks and how they can benefit you—whether you are a patient seeking a primary care provider, a family doctor or allied health professional looking to join, or a community partner interested in collaboration.
