Ottawa Valley Family Health Team

03/16/2026

March 23rd 2026 - Progressive Muscle Relaxation meditation
Feeling stressed? It’s time to try Progressive Muscle Relaxation! This simple yet effective two-step practice helps you reduce stress while increasing your awareness of how tension can feel in your body. In the first step, you’ll learn to create tension in specific muscle groups and really notice those sensations. It’s a wonderful way to reconnect with your body and find deep relaxation. Ready to give it a go? Join us virtually

03/13/2026

We're proud to see the Carleton Place Regional Health Hub (CPRHH) featured in the Cornwall Standard-Freeholder as an innovative model for strengthening primary care in Ontario.

Read more on our website👇🏻:

We’re proud to see the Carleton Place Regional Health Hub (CPRHH) featured in the Cornwall Standard-Freeholder as an innovative model for strengthening primary care in Ontario. READ ARTICLE

03/11/2026

The Ottawa Valley Family Health Team – Carleton Place Clinic will be closed this evening for Dr. Potvin and Dr. Lobos’ evening clinics due to inclement weather.

The clinic will re-open tomorrow morning at 9:00 a.m. for regular hours.

If you need to travel this evening, please take care and stay safe.

03/11/2026

🥗✨ Team Spotlight: Meet Our Registered Dietitian, Janine ✨🥗

In celebration of Dietitian Day, we’re proud to highlight an important member of our team — our Registered Dietitian!

This year, Dietitians of Canada has announced the 2026 Nutrition Month theme: Nourish to Flourish 🌿 — recognizing the connection between food and overall well-being, and the role nutrition plays in helping us feel our best.

Janine brings this theme to life every day by supporting patients in making informed choices to meet their health needs.

How Our Dietitian Supports You at OVFHT:
•Offers one-on-one nutrition support tailored to your needs
•Helps manage health conditions like diabetes and heart disease
•Provides guidance to prevent illness and support overall wellness
•Works with you to build realistic, sustainable lifestyle habits
•Supports you in developing a positive, balanced relationship with food
•Helps parents create a healthy and supportive eating environment at home

🌟 What Makes Dietitians Unique?
✔️ Regulated health professionals
✔️ Work collaboratively with members of your health care team
✔️ Provide evidence-based nutrition care
✔️ Focus on realistic, sustainable changes
✔️ Support you in reaching your personal health goals

Almonte patients can self-refer to our Dietitian by calling our FHT assistant 613-256-9370 ext. 4041

Join us in celebrating Dietitian Day and thanking Janine for the compassionate, expert care she provides to our community! 👏💚

03/11/2026

We’re proud to see the Carleton Place Regional Health Hub (CPRHH) featured in the Cornwall Standard-Freeholder as an innovative model for strengthening primary care in Ontario. 🩺

Read the full story below 👇:

The Carleton Place Regional Health Hub cited as a model Cornwall should consider for its medical-recruitment efforts.

03/11/2026

We’re proud to see the Carleton Place Regional Health Hub (CPRHH) featured in the Cornwall Standard-Freeholder as an innovative model for strengthening primary care in Ontario. 🩺

Read the full story below. 👇

The Carleton Place Regional Health Hub cited as a model Cornwall should consider for its medical-recruitment efforts.

03/10/2026

We’re thrilled to see the Carleton Place Regional Health Hub featured in the Cornwall Standard-Freeholder!

Read the full feature below 👇

The Carleton Place Regional Health Hub cited as a model Cornwall should consider for its medical-recruitment efforts.

03/10/2026

✨ See You Tomorrow! ✨

03/06/2026

🥦🍎 March is Nutrition Month! 🍞🥗

03/05/2026

📞 Need to connect with our team in Carleton Place? We’ve made it easy!

Your care, your way — whether you prefer to call or click.

👉 Call us: 613-257-7002 ext. 1 to book an appointment with one of our Family Physicians or Nurse Practitioners.

💻 Online booking is now live!
Skip the phone line and book your appointment anytime, anywhere. It’s quick, convenient, and designed to fit into your busy day.

https://ocean.cognisantmd.com/online-booking/5c2907d7-b2d7-4ece-ab11-caac50dc08b0

At the Ottawa Valley Family Health Team, we believe healthcare works best when it’s team-based That means your care isn’t just one person — it’s a whole team of professionals working together to make sure you get the support you need, when you need it.

From physicians and nurse practitioners to nurses, allied health professionals and our administrative support team, our collaborative approach helps make care easier, more connected, and focused on you.

📍 Carleton Place patients:
Call us or book online today — we’re here to help keep you and your family healthy.

03/05/2026

Carleton Place and Almonte Patients - Stay Connected!

Our OVFHT Community Connections newsletter is your go-to source for all things OVFHT! From health tips and program updates to clinic news and upcoming events, it’s designed to keep you informed and connected.

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