Dr Joseph Ojedokun is an enthusiastic family physician with over 20 years of experience as a doctor in both rural and urban communities, having previously practiced in the Republic of Ireland. He enjoys the privilege of caring for patients from various cultural backgrounds at different stages of their illnesses. Although he has a background training in surgery, he chose to further train and practice as a Family Physician because he cherishes the opportunity to longitudinally care for patients and their families over a long time.

In addition to performing minor surgeries such as vasectomy, circumcision, carpal tunnel and trigger finger release, he has special interest in Paediatrics, Seniors Health, Palliative Care, and has had further training in Child and Adolescent Mental Health, Adult Mental Health, Chronic Pain and Addiction Management. He also does house calls for vulnerable patients and works closely with allied health services to promote home death for palliative patients when desired and suitable.

In his professional capacity, he enjoys the opportunity to lead and pilot innovations that improve patient care within the Patient Medical Home. He is passionate about improving patient’s access to care, continuity of care, multidisciplinary teamwork, collaborative work with community agencies to improve the over-all health of the community. In this respect, he is a leader in the North Zone and Province of Alberta in leading and mentoring fellow physicians to implement and spread initiatives that improve care outcomes for patients within the Patient Medical Home.

As a medical educator for medical students, he holds an academic position at the University Alberta as Assistant Clinical Professor. He also has interest in research.

His motto: Ask what matters. Listen to what matters. Do what matters.