Physicians and nurses deployed to Osler arrive from Newfoundland and Labrador

William Osler Health System (Osler) is pleased to welcome health care professionals from the province of Newfoundland and Labrador to assist with Osler’s capacity needs during this third wave of the COVID-19 pandemic.

A total of four nurses and three physicians have arrived via a Royal Canadian Air Force plane from Newfoundland and Labrador. Two physicians arrived last week and will be joining the group. These health care professionals are highly-skilled and bring extensive experience in Emergency Departments and ICUs, as well as global humanitarian missions. They will be deployed to Osler’s ICU, ED and general medicine areas to support patient care. We’ve also welcomed health care workers from Home and Community Care, Kemptville District Hospital and the Canadian Red Cross.

Osler hospitals and the communities we serve continue to be among the hardest hit since the start of the pandemic and we are grateful for these health care professionals and their willingness to assist Osler staff, physicians and volunteers in providing care for a large number of patients with COVID-19. Osler also recognizes the extensive work and dedication shown by our own staff, physicians and volunteers throughout the pandemic.

Osler thanks the Ontario Government, the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador, and the Royal Canadian Air Force for this needed and appreciated assistance.