Dr. James Carson opened his family and sports medicine practice on Main Street Unionville in 1983. He completed his medical degree at the University of Toronto, postgraduate training in Vancouver, and has held leadership roles including Chief of Family Practice at Scarborough Grace Hospital. He is affiliated with Oak Valley Health (Markham Stouffville Hospital) and the Scarborough Health Network, and is an Associate Professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine with a cross‑appointment in the Department of Surgery at the University of Toronto. Dr. Carson holds a Diploma in Sport Medicine and has served as team physician for Canada’s National Women’s Rugby Team and National Swim Team. He has a focused practice in Sport and Exercise Medicine, with special interests in concussion management and dance medicine.

Dr. Alicia Sheng joined us as a long-term locum family physician in July 2024. She has completed her undergraduate studies at Western University, medical school at the University of Ottawa, and family medicine residency at Markham Stouffville Hospital and the University of Toronto. Like Dr. Carson, she has a strong interest in sport and exercise medicine and provides full‑scope family care, including well‑baby checks, PAP tests, and ongoing preventative care.

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With Dr. Sheng now well established within our practice, we have been able to increase appointment availability each week, helping to ensure that more patients receive timely care. Please note that Dr. Carson is not retiring and will continue to be your family physician for the foreseeable future. The addition of Dr. Sheng has also allowed Dr. Carson to take some well-deserved time to recharge, helping him remain sharp and energized in his work. During Dr. Carson’s vacation weeks, Dr. Sheng will continue to provide continuity of care.

As some of you may or may not know, she is also preparing for maternity leave beginning August 2026. While she is away, another wonderful locum family physician will be covering the practice to ensure continued access to comprehensive medical care. We appreciate your understanding and ongoing support as we continue working to best serve all of our patients.