NFHT ANNOUNCES THE APPOINTMENT OF NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR THEO BARKER

Northumberland Family Health Team is pleased to announce the successful conclusion of their search for a new Executive Director as they welcome Theo Barker, PT, CRE into the role.

“Theo has been an integral part of the organization since joining in March 2015, in both his role as a physiotherapist and as a Clinical Lead. He is dedicated to the success of the Northumberland Family Health Team and we think he will make an effective advocate and leader of the organization moving forward,” says Dr. Emma Smith, NFHT Board Chair.

Theo has been guiding NFHT through a transition process as the interim co-lead. He is NFHT’s former Physiotherapist and Certified Respiratory Educator and Team Lead. He has been working with NFHT for 11 years and is well recognized for his collaborative work in the Northumberland County healthcare community. Theo’s devotion to patient care was recognized with a Best Healthcare Service award from the Northumberland Spirit Awards. Prior to working with NFHT, Theo worked at the Michael Garron Hospital (formerly known as Toronto East General Hospital) and for the Northumberland Hills Hospital.

About NFHT

NFHT is a non-profit, primary health care organization providing over 26,000 patients with timely access to a comprehensive range of services and programs aimed at managing and preventing disease and improving health status. The inter-professional team includes family physicians and professional staff, including nurses and nurse practitioners, occupational and physical therapists, dietitians, social workers and a pharmacist, who work together to provide person-centred, effective, collaborative and integrated care. For more information about our organization, please visit www.nfht.ca.

Media Inquiries

Please contact NFHT at 289-252-2139 and ask for Theo Barker or email info@nfht.ca.