About Us

The Fort Frances Family Health Team has been part of healthcare in Fort Frances since 2007. Services started with one Nurse Practitioner, now we have grown into an expanded team of inter‑professional healthcare providers.

Vision

Partners in Lifetime Wellness

Mission

To provide inclusive, quality health care that is innovative, informed by community need and above all patient centered

Values

Quality patient care; accountability; integrity; transparency; collaboration

Our Team

The Fort Frances Family Health Team is governed by a Board of Directors made up of community volunteers, including representatives from the Fort Frances Physician’s Group. Through dedication and hard work, they ensure the FF FHT’s programs and services meet the healthcare needs.

Clinical Team

Nurse Practitioners
Sandra Ottertail
Paula Stringer
Jennifer Johnson

Registered Nurse
Stephanie
Emily

Registered Practical Nurse
Margaret

Dietitian
Chelsea

Health Promoter
Barb

Clinical Assistant
Katherine

Administration Team

Executive Director
Gerri Yerxa

Office Administrator
Tara Tolley

Senior Clerks
Chelsea
Kristina

Board of Directors

Chair
Wendy Brunetta

Vice-Chair
Laura R. Bruyere

Directors
Janet Lambert
Elizabeth Clark
Jim Cumming
Clint Calder
Sheila McMahon
Ann Anderson
Doug Kitowski
Ken Perry

Fort Frances Physician’s Group Representatives
Dr. V. Patel
Dr. K. Arneson