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Championing collaborative healthcare: The impact of Yuehan ‘Hannah’ Zhou

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Today, we introduce a passionate practice facilitator in the Central Zone, Yuehan Zhou. She has been with Nova Scotia Health since 2021. Zhou previously worked in Ontario and has a degree in Healthcare Management, bringing a lot of valuable experience to her job.

In her role, Zhou partners with healthcare teams to help improve how they operate and provide care. She describes practice facilitation as a teamwork effort where she helps clinics make positive changes for better quality and performance. Zhou acts like a coach, offering guidance and resources tailored to what each team needs most.

Zhou loves the part of her job where she supports healthcare providers and teams to enhance the way they care for patients. She appreciates how everyone in primary healthcare brings their unique skills and backgrounds, creating a vibrant team atmosphere. "Our team rocks!" she says, showing her affection for the supportive community around her.

She is also passionate about helping people in Nova Scotia understand that primary healthcare is the first step in the healthcare system, focusing on community-based care. You can see her commitment to improving healthcare in everything she does.

When she's not working, Zhou enjoys being active with sports like yoga and walking, which keeps her fit. She also values meditating and taking time to reflect, which she believes is crucial for finding calm in her life. Plus, she has a lovable orange tabby cat named Dorito who brings joy to her days.

Through her work and hobbies, Zhou shows a deep commitment to care, kindness and a well-rounded approach to both healthcare and her personal life.

Photo of Yuehan Zhou.

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