Shawville’s Lotus Clinic on the market
Tashi Farmilo
Local Journalism Initiative
Published January 29, 2025.
SHAWVILLE ā The Lotus Medical Clinic, a healthcare institution that has served the Pontiac since its founding in 2014, is for sale after its founder, Joanne Romain, decided to retire following nearly 11 years of dedicated service.
āIām having mixed feelings. Iām ready for retirement and to take a step back, but first
weāre trying to avoid any negative impact on the community by finding a buyer.
I’m not in a hurry,ā Romain said.
The clinic, currently listed for $2,250,000, has grown to accommodate 13 family
doctors, specialized nurse practitioners, a physiotherapist, an osteopath, and an
after-hours care clinic.
Romain is open to a range of buyers, but is firm in her desire to ensure the clinic remains a healthcare provider in private hands. āWe donāt want to see it close,ā she said, underlining the importance of finding someone to continue the clinicās mission. āIt could be a group of doctors. It could be another professional buying it and installing their practice here,ā she explained. She also noted the possibility of expanding the clinicās services, such as adding specialists like a dentist, to meet the growing health needs of the region.
Despite the lack of offers so far, Romain remains hopeful. āIām confident the right person will come along,ā she said, adding the clinicās loyal patient base, established reputation, and potential for expansion make it an attractive investment.