Mission & Values
Mission Statement
The Sioux Lookout Zone Family Physicians and Staff are committed to the health and well-being of First Nations individuals, families, and communities in the Sioux Lookout Zone.
Values Statements
- Excellence: We aspire to excellence in the provision of health care. We provide clinical expertise, education, and research built on a foundation of commitment and cultural respect.
- Perspective: We value holistic care, honour the relationship between mind, body, and spirit, recognize the innate capacity of people for self-healing, and encourage active patient involvement in self-care.
- Wellness: We believe there is a direct connection between the wellbeing of our group members and the quality of care we provide. We encourage each other's professional and personal growth.
- Education: We value teaching and learning. We believe being involved as educators reveals important dimensions of our unique practice.
- Collaboration: We work collaboratively with individuals, families, communities, stakeholders and government bodies. We are committed to an innovative, flexible, and inter-disciplinary practice.
- Healthy Work Environment: We believe a healthy work environment for all is fostered by open communication, fairness, and mutual support. This is essential to providing quality service.
- Global and Historical Context: We see ourselves as part of a diverse, global community and this informs our understanding of the local health issues in which we are immersed. We recognize & advocate for change in the broad population based determinants of health and wellbeing.