Dr. Kim McIntosh – Collaborative Spirit Award

Dr. McIntosh has been a steadfast leader in advancing our ongoing primary care attachment work, helping partners remain focused on improving access to care for unattached and vulnerable patients. Her ability to bring people together around a common purpose, navigate complex challenges, and maintain momentum in the face of uncertainty has been instrumental in supporting our community’s efforts to strengthen primary care capacity and attachment.

Most notably, Dr. McIntosh has provided compassionate and inspiring leadership to the Primary Care Crisis Response Table following the significant loss of Dr. Dharssi to the community. During an incredibly difficult time for patients, providers, and healthcare partners, she demonstrated remarkable professionalism, empathy, and resilience. Dr. McIntosh consistently ensured that discussions and decisions remained centered on the needs of affected patients while also recognizing and supporting the well-being of peers who were navigating their own grief and uncertainty.

Her calm and thoughtful approach helped guide collaborative planning and problem-solving efforts, fostering trust among partners and encouraging a shared commitment to finding solutions. She has balanced strategic leadership with genuine kindness, creating space for difficult conversations while helping the group stay focused on patient care, continuity of services, and equitable access to primary care.

Dr. McIntosh’s leadership exemplifies the very best of our healthcare community. Her dedication to patients, commitment to collaboration, and compassionate support of colleagues have made a meaningful difference during a challenging period. Through her actions, she has demonstrated what it means to lead with both purpose and heart.