The City of Belleville is pleased to announce the addition of a new family physician through the Belleville Family Physician Recruitment Program.
Dr. Chinenye Uzondu will be moving from the United Kingdom to Belleville this summer with her family to join her husband, who is already practicing as a family physician in the city.
Dr. Uzondu is expected to begin her practice later this year.
“It is truly our pleasure to welcome Dr. Chinenye Uzondu to Belleville, and our city couldn’t be happier she has chosen to practice here,” said Mayor Neil Ellis. “Her education and experience will help provide excellent care to our residents, and she will make a positive difference in many lives.”
“I am excited to begin this next phase of my life and career with the people of Belleville,” said Dr. Uzondu.
While health care and physician recruitment are not municipal responsibilities, the City of Belleville has recognized the need for local investment and has developed one of the most successful physician recruitment programs in the province. To date, the program has helped recruit more than 60 physicians and 10 nurse practitioners, with more than $9 million committed through a variety of funding sources.
Residents in need of a family physician or nurse practitioner are encouraged to register with Health Care Connect. The program is used by physicians and government agencies to match patients with available providers.
To register, call 1-800-445-1822 (TTY: 1-800-387-5559) or visit the Health Care Connect website.
