Dr. Doniya Quenneville
Deep River and District Health (DRDH) is proud to welcome Dr. Doniya Quenneville to the North Renfrew Family Health Team. Starting in June 2025, Dr. Quenneville will open a new primary care practice and also provide care in the Emergency Department and Medical Inpatient Unit at the Deep River hospital.
Her arrival marks a major step forward in improving access to essential health care services for residents of Deep River and surrounding areas. Dr. Quenneville will begin accepting new patients through Health Care Connect, Ontario’s waitlist program for people without a family doctor. Residents interested in registering can visit the Health Care Connect website or call 1-800-445-1822.
Dr. Quenneville brings a strong and diverse background in health care. She started her career in nursing after graduating from the University of Ottawa, later attending the Northern Ontario School of Medicine in Sudbury. She recently completed her Family Medicine Residency through the University of Ottawa, training in Pembroke and working closely with local physicians in Deep River.
Dr. Doniya Quenneville with her wife Amanda and their daughter.
Dr. Quenneville is passionate about patient-centered family medicine and is also dedicated to expanding access to gender-affirming care throughout the Ottawa Valley. Her experience in rural communities, along with her deep understanding of local health needs, makes her a valuable addition to the region.
Originally from Elliot Lake, Dr. Quenneville now lives in Deep River with her wife Amanda and their young daughter. Amanda is a former Deep River resident, and the family is excited to build their future in this close-knit and welcoming community.
Janna Hotson, President and CEO of DRDH, shared her excitement: “We are delighted to welcome Dr. Quenneville to our team and to the community. Her medical expertise and passion for care will greatly benefit our residents and support improved access to family physicians.”
DRDH continues to focus on physician recruitment to strengthen health services in the region. With support from the municipalities of Deep River, Laurentian Hills, and Head, Clara & Maria, the hospital and North Renfrew Family Health Team are actively working to attract more healthcare professionals to the area.
Please join DRDH in warmly welcoming Dr. Quenneville and her family as they begin this exciting new chapter in Deep River.
(Written by: Emma Butler