Chatham-Kent Health Alliance (CKHA) has announced the addition of two new physicians to the organization. Dr. Kinza Ijaz has joined the Department of Internal Medicine, and Dr. Adaora Obi has joined the Psychiatry Department.
“We extend a warm welcome to Dr. Ijaz and Dr. Obi, both valuable additions to our clinical team and the Chatham-Kent community. Their expertise enhances CKHA’s commitment to delivering patient and family-centered care,” said Dr. Zeke Milkovic, Acting Chief of Staff at CKHA, in a media release.
Dr. Ijaz completed her Bachelor of Science in Medical Radiation Therapy at Laurentian University in 2014, before she went on to earn her Doctor of Medicine from University of Medical and Health Sciences in St. Kitts. In 2022, she completed her residency training in Internal Medicine at Wayne State University in Michigan.
“I’m excited to join CKHA to provide comprehensive acute care to our community, while making a meaningful difference in our patient’s lives,” said Dr. Ijaz, in a media release. “I look forward to working alongside CKHA’s dedicated team of healthcare professionals in a dynamic environment.”
Dr. Obi obtained her medical school degree in Ghana before completing Core Psychiatry Training in Manchester, United Kingdom and higher training in General Adult Psychiatry in Scotland. In February 2020, Dr. Obi became a Member of the Royal College of Psychiatrists.
CKHA is delighted that she has chosen Chatham-Kent to call home. “I am warmed by how welcoming the team at CKHA have been, going above and beyond in ensuring a smooth stress-free transition for myself and my family and that we feel valued and appreciated. I look forward to joining the team and contributing to the delivery of mental health services across Chatham-Kent”, added Dr. Obi, in a media release.
Her office is located at 240 Grand Ave. in Chatham, and the intake team can be reached without a referral at 519-351-6144 ext. 5051.
