Local Doctor Receives Award

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 11:13 AM

Prince George, B.C.- Local General Practitioner, and head of the Northern Medical Society, Dr. Bert Kelly, is among 45 people in B.C. named to receive a B.C. Community Achievement Award.

Together, British Columbians have built a stronger province and we gather confidence from those who have consistently and honourably created safe and caring communities," said Premier Campbell. "I applaud the outstanding contribution these individuals have made to regions throughout British Columbia and their commitment to making our province the best place on earth."

Dr. Kelly is being recognized for his role in advocating for change in the delivery of health care in northern BC. He was instrumental in the establishment of the Northern Medical program at the University of Northern BC and laboratory technology and radiology programs at the College of New Caledonia. In addition, Dr. Kelly has successfully campaigned for a comprehensive cancer care centre in Prince George.

Dr. Kelly says word of the award caught him by surprise "It came completely out of the blue". Dr. Kelly says anything that has been achieved is a result of the efforts of many,"I am very happy to accept this on behalf of the efforts of the Northern Medical Society."

Other recipients from the 16/97 corridor are:

* Jeanette Townsend (former Mayor of Valemount)

* Jane Dickson of Terrace

* Audrey MacLise of Williams Lake

* Robert (Lynn) Shervill of Smithers

The recipients of the 2010 British Columbia Community Achievement Awards will be recognized in a formal presentation at Government House in Victoria on April 28, 2010. Each individual will receive a certificate and a medallion designed by B.C. artist Robert Davidson.

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