Saskatchewan town concerned after learning 2 of their 3 doctors are leaving [Video]

Kipling, Sask. –

Residents in Kipling are concerned about their community’s future in health care after finding out two of their three doctors will be leaving town by the end of January.

“They have bought out their contracts. To me, a contract is not only legally binding, it’s also morally and ethically binding,” expressed the town’s mayor Pat Jackson.

According to the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), the reason for the physician’s departures are due to “personal reasons.”

However, with the irregularity of family doctors in the community, Jackson said people have been travelling to Moosomin and Broadview – both about an hour away – for appointments, emergency services and other medical needs.

“I have two concerns, one is for the health and safety of my community,” Jackson shared.

“Moosomin, Broadvidew, Regina, we have people going to all places. That’s taken care of, but remember I’m also the mayor, which means I’ve got to …