Rehab Testimonials
Rebecca Bercha
As a McMaster PT student, I completed my second clinical placement in Thunder Bay in the medically complex care unit at St. Joseph’s Hospital. Being new to Ontario, I knew I wanted to explore more, and this seemed like an amazing opportunity to do that. Not only was the placement itself extremely fulfilling, but there were also endless opportunities to adventure and discover all that Northern Ontario has to offer! Being so close to Lake Superior, there were extensive opportunities for outdoor activities, and I was out almost every day to soak it all in! That being said, it really is what you make it. Having the curiosity and initiat...
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Olivia Weigand (Queens University, OT)
My name is Olivia, and I completed my occupational therapy placement at the North Bay Regional Health Centre (NBRHC). One of my goals was to explore Northern Ontario and determine whether I could see myself living there permanently. During my two-month Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) placement, I experienced many firsts, including my first trail run, dragon boat race, concert at the Kee to Bala, swim in Lake Nipissing, climb up a fire tower, and raspberry picking at a local farm. I would highly recommend a NOSM placement to any student. The NBRHC rehabilitation team and my NOSM Clinical Learning Liaison made me feel valued,...
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Chloé Bureau
Hello everyone! My name is Chloé, and I completed my placement at Lake of the Woods District Hospital as a speech and language pathology student. My experience with NOSM U was truly amazing! From quick and supportive virtual communication to hands-on, in-person assistance, the entire team made sure I felt prepared and supported every step of the way—before, during, and after my placement. Relocating from Sudbury to Kenora could have been overwhelming, but staying in student housing provided by NOSM U made the transition smooth and comfortable. I received all the essential information about the apartment ahead of time, and I really a...
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