Integrated Health Transformation Centre

04/09/2026

At IHTC we are rooting for our Island healthcare system as we reach a serious crossroads. We recognize that a publicly funded system with timely primary care access is essential.

As a non-profit we will work together to find lasting solutions. My writings and advocacy are at drhendrikvisser.com. A recent post there is the first of a 5 part series outlining application of the "Four Keys" writ large for organizations. My book, FIT for Life in the Kingdom https://ihtc.info/fit-for-life/ is of course the personal application of the keys.
https://drhendrikvisser.com/2026/04/09/4-keys-to-rehumanize-healthcare/

We will be hosting a public leaders breakfast meeting on Wednesday, May 13, in Charlottetown. Details here https://ihtc.info/events/

04/05/2026

He is risen.

This Easter, we are reminded that hope is not fragile - it is alive, renewing, and deeply rooted in truth.

Through the resurrection, we are invited into restoration of body, mind, and spirit.

At the heart of health is the understanding that true healing flows from a deeper source - one that brings peace in uncertainty, strength in weakness, and light in every season.

May this Easter fill you with renewed hope, gentle healing, and the quiet assurance that new life is always possible.

Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and joyful Easter.

04/02/2026

Check out the podcast with Dr. Henk Visser interviewed on CBC This is PEI: Retired doctor says five things could heal PEI health care.

04/01/2026

You Can’t Pour From an Empty Cup 🌿
We often wait until we are completely burnt out before we give ourselves permission to rest. But mental health isn't just about managing a crisis—it’s about the small, daily choices we make to support our well-being.

How to Recognize You Need a Reset
Your mind and body usually send signals before a "crash." Look out for:

Persistent Fatigue: Feeling exhausted even after a full night’s sleep.

Increased Irritability: Finding yourself frustrated by small things that wouldn't normally bother you.

Withdrawal: Choosing to isolate yourself or losing interest in things you usually enjoy.

Difficulty Concentrating: Feeling "foggy" or struggling to make simple decisions.

Simple Ways to Prioritize Your Mental Health
Movement Over Perfection: A 10-minute walk outside can shift your perspective more than an hour of scrolling.

Set Boundaries: It is okay to say "no" to a commitment that drains your energy.

Mindful Moments: Practice five minutes of quiet meditation, listen to quiet music, or look outside or at a relaxing painting to reset your nervous system.

Prioritize Sleep: Quality rest is the foundation of emotional resilience.

Lean Into Your Community
You don’t have to navigate the hard days alone. Strength isn't just about carrying the weight—it’s about knowing when to ask for help.

Talk to friends and family: Vulnerability often creates deeper connections.

Consult professionals: If you feel overwhelmed, speaking with a therapist or medical professional is a proactive and courageous step toward healing.

April is Mental Health Awareness Month. Let’s make the conversation louder and the support stronger. 💚

03/18/2026

We at IHTC extend our sincere condolences to former Health Minister Mark McLane’s family, the Premier, his political colleagues and Island friends. As the Premier has written, “Mark approached every challenge with humility and optimism, reminding those around him that collaboration and kindness could overcome even the toughest moments or the most challenging tasks.” He will be missed.

Mark’s loss adds to an already tumultuous start to March in the PEI healthcare system, with the loss of three family physicians and change in top leadership.

As a non-profit with a mission to serve the health and well-being needs of PEI, we empathize with our family medicine colleagues and their affected patients. And also with our publicly funded healthcare leaders wanting a healthy and productive frontline team. Unfortunately, all this latest news has highlighted the huge gaps in team solidarity.

As an organization with resources to help leaders and the public, we desire to humbly serve where there are needs. We will be announcing a permanent location in Charlottetown soon (April 1). Meanwhile, Dr. Visser has written about potential solutions to our healthcare crisis here:
https://drhendrikvisser.com/2026/03/16/march-weather-at-hpei/

We would advocate that all stakeholders convene ‘circles’ (without a podium) to listen with humility and mutual forgiveness. Which stakeholders? Politicians, health executives, frontline healthcare workers, educators, fitness instructors, employers, faith communities and non-profits, parents, and patients. Where it “takes a village to raise a child,” it takes our entire health and well-being system (public, private, influencers) to work together to solve our crisis with evidence based and proven strategies.

Feel free to reach out through our website https://ihtc.info/
We offer counselling, mediation, as well as group life skills and leadership workshops.

IHTC Board & Team
March 18, 2026

01/01/2026

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12/24/2025

On behalf of the Board and Team of Integrated Health Transformation Centre https://ihtc.info/ we want to wish you a Merry and Blessed Christmas. May the Prince Of Peace be given a space in your celebrations. And may the promised Hope His birth brought to earth fill your heart with faith for New Beginnings in 2026. We wish you a Happy and Healthy New Year.

We look forward to serving you and walking with you on your healing journey in 2026. The path to well-being and wholeness is never a solo one and our team is ready to help you navigate to health and freedom. Whether you are stuck with lingering illness, chronic pain, or mental health challenges, don't hesitate to reach out. We work together as a faith-based interdisciplinary team (clinician, therapist, coaches, and physical fitness trainer) to find solutions where traditional healthcare may be insufficient. Or where access to clinical help is unavailable due to lack of family physician or nurse practitioner.

Thanks to all those who supported our work financially, prayerfully, and by volunteering.

We will be announcing group workshop and teaching events for the coming year in January. We do honour requests for specific topical workshops or talks. Please contact us if you or your group wish to host an event. https://ihtc.info/contact-us/

12/09/2025

Looking for a gift for the friend or family member on a healing journey? Or maybe a gift that might spur them on to find hope from the stories of others.
Here are a variety of books by IHTC authors that combine the latest medical science with a healthy faith journey. All books are available through Amazon in time for Christmas. Click the link to view and order the options.

09/19/2025

Today (Sept 19) is the last day to save $20.00 on your registration for our upcoming Healing Trauma Conference (Oct 3 - 5). Click here https://atlantictraumaconference.ca/
to go directly to the conference website. We also have a Saturday only day pass available for $60.00.

Why is this conference important or Islanders, educators, employers, our healthcare system, and helping charities?

Because Trauma-Informed Care is now the gold standard of care in all sectors. We want to ask, “What happened to you?” Rather than, “What’s wrong with you?” Check out this 3 1/2 minute YouTube video: https://youtu.be/fWken5DsJcw?si=z-XPejYc3SD3e5IC

Big and little (tiny) traumas are now known to be the root cause of up to 80% of what ails us as adolescents and adults. To effect a difference for our overrun health system, we must work together with the hope this new knowledge brings—reducing the burden of chronic illness and dis-ease.

What is most exciting is that the brain wiring changes from big and tiny traumas ARE REVERSIBLE through what is known as “neuroplasticity” (brains remain ‘plastic,’ or pliable and changeable throughout life.

There is a free session on Friday morning, 10:00 am for anyone in the helping professions, HR departments, or educators. Centre 150, 150 Industrial Cres., Summerside, PEI.

09/03/2025

FIT FOR LIFE – Book Launch Announcement

We are excited to announce the official launch of FIT FOR LIFE – a powerful new book designed to inspire, motivate, and guide readers toward healthier, stronger, and more balanced living.

This launch marks a major milestone in promoting wellness and equipping people with practical strategies for fitness and life transformation. FIT FOR LIFE isn’t just about exercise – it’s about building habits that support long-term success, mental clarity, and personal growth.

📖 Event: FIT FOR LIFE Book Launch
📅 Date: September 13, 2025
📍 Location: Victoria Historic School House

Join us for an empowering event where we celebrate the release of this must-read book. Attendees will have the opportunity to:

Meet the author- Henk Visser, MD

Gain exclusive insights into the principles behind FIT FOR LIFE.

Take home tools for living healthier, stronger, and with greater purpose.

This is more than a book – it’s a lifestyle movement. Be part of the launch and start your journey to becoming truly FIT FOR LIFE.

08/27/2025

“Be FIT for LIFE in God’s Kingdom. Don’t just wait for change, BE the answer to Jesus’ prayer: ‘Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done on earth as it is in heaven.

Want to be FIT for LIFE in his Kingdom?

Visit https://ihtc.info/fit-for-life/ to download free Introduction or to order.

Official launch Saturday, September 12, 10:00 am at Victoria Historic School house (my alma mater). All welcome.

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08/19/2025

Join the Adventure

The call of Christ is clear: two billion believers, one mission and a renewed world.

This is the Kingdom Jesus taught, prayed, and lived for.

Will you be FIT for LIFE in His Kingdom?

Visit https://ihtc.info/fit-for-life/ to download free Introduction or to order.