The clinic was privately constructed for Doctor Charles Dewar and Doctor George Dewar. In 1974, Dr. T.R. Verma became a third party in the operation when he moved his practise to O’Leary. In 1978 - 1980, the building was expanded to its present size, to accom- modate Dr. Zenner, an optometrist. The new expansion joined the clinic and the hospital, making it easier for the patients and staff to move back and forth.

During the 1980’s changes took place in the operation and ser- vices provided by the clinic. Dr. Rainer Zenner, optometrist, moved to Summerside and set up his office there. The Rusk Associates pro- vided this service for a period but have offices in Summerside and Alberton at the present time. This space was occupied by Dr. Ed Pineau for about a year and is now available for physiotherapy ser- Vices.

In 1987, Dr. Charles Dewar decided to build a private profession- al centre on Beechwood Avenue. He and Dr. Pineau moved their offices there and were joined by Dr. Herb Dickieson. This left consid- erable space in the O’Leary Medical Clinic which has been taken up to a large extent by the Department of Health and Social Services for a Home Care and Support program under the direction of John ’ Martin and the following support staff: Paula Caulier, R.N.; Theresa l Chaisson, R.N.; Karen Kelly, R.N.; Darlene Gallant, R.N.; Carol Palmer, R.N.; Leah Kinch, R.N.; Andrea White, R.N.; Janice Ellis, Occupational Therapist,- Pauline Gallant, Supervisor of Visiting Homemakers; Barbara MacLean, VHM; Margaret Perry, VHM; Lorna Gard, VHM; Freda Shaw, VHM; Wanda Dams, VHM; Mona Smith, VHM; Phyllis Gaudet, VHM; Norma Bulger, VHM; Pat Arsenault, VHM; Jeannie Ford, VHM; Melinda Hillier, VHM; and Elaine Luttrell, Team Secretary. These professional people provide necessary assis- tance to elderly people to enable them to stay in their own homes, especially after being sick in the hospital.

Dr. T.R. ‘Verma carries on a large general practise and Dr. George Dewar continues to have regular office hours. Dr. Prem Verma holds occasional clinics. Mrs. Diane Lank holds a monthly audiology clinic and provides a hearing aid service for many people. Imperial Life uses some office space with Gordie Rogerson and Kenton Wedge as representatives.

In 1985, the clinic was sold to the Community Hospital and is now under its management. The clinic was redecorated and new drapes and carpet installed. This improved the decor considerably. The present staff includes Ellen Latter who works for Dr. George

Dewar and Peggy Hierlihy and Mrs. Gloria Waite who are Dr. Verma's receptionists.

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