10/24/2026
Meet Dr. Emma Wardhaugh!
🌎Where are you from?
I was born in Winnipeg, Manitoba, but moved to Ontario when I was 2 years old. I grew up in Ilderton, Ontario, and moved into London to do my undergrad at Western. I've stayed local since.
🎓Where did you complete medical school?
Schulich School of Medicine and Dentistry at Western University, in London.
🏥What inspired you to pursue family medicine?
I was drawn to Family Medicine by the breadth and variety, the opportunity to care for patients at every stage of life, and the emphasis on lifestyle measures and preventative care. I love that you never quite know what will come through the door, and that the specialty combines the challenge of solving a wide range of clinical problems with the privilege of building lasting relationships with patients and their families.
💉What drew you to Southwest Middlesex Health Centre for your residency?
SMHC offers such a diverse and full-scope experience of Family Medicine, with opportunities to learn from clinic, hospital, nursing home, and ER settings. The preceptors are all incredibly supportive and resourceful, which makes it an ideal learning environment. The beautiful fall drives around Mount Brydges don't hurt either 🙂
🏋️♀️🍽 What's one fun fact about yourself or a hobby you enjoy outside of family medicine?
Outside of medicine, I’m an avid gym-goer and enjoy weightlifting, HIIT, and spin classes. I also love getting lost in a good book and am a bit of a fantasy nerd! I love spending time with family and friends, whether that’s hosting get-togethers, trying out new restaurants, or just catching up and chatting.