Dr. Ted Lo has been with Across Boundaries providing psychiatric services for about 15 years. He has seen a lot of changes over the years, but he claims one thing always remains the same. “One of the best things about Across Boundaries is the staff”, acknowledges the doctor. “They are from the community and very dedicated to serving the community. I enjoy working with them. And I think without them, I wouldn’t be able to do the job I do here.”
Dr. Lo shares that racialized people serving racialized people is essential. “While the staff looks like the various communities they serve, it is more than looks,” shares the psychiatrist. “It is whether they are part of the cultures. They have a deeper understanding. Also, they’re so well in tune with what resources are available in the respective communities. And I think that’s very important.”