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ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY

Dr. R. Stephen J. Burnett

MD, CCFP, FCSQ, FRCSC, Dipl ABOS

Current Clinical Interests

Adult Hip and Knee Replacement - Primary, Revision, Complex, and Partial
Hip Resurfacing (Birmingham)
Sports Injuries and Arthroscopy
Young Adult, Adolescent, and Child Hip Impingement
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery Upper & Lower Extremity

Research Interests

Knee and Hip Replacement
Venous Thromboembolism (VTE) Prophylaxis Infection
Surgical Exposures
Oxford Knee Unicompartmental Replacement 10-Year Outcomes
Computer Assisted and Minimally Invasive Surgery Outcomes

Medical School

University of Western Ontario, London, ON

Residency

Rural Family Medicine, University of British Columbia
Orthopaedic Surgery, McGill University, Montreal, QC

Fellowship Training

Adult Reconstruction Clinical Hip & Knee Fellowship,
Rush University & Central DuPage Hospital, Chicago, IL
Adult Reconstruction Clinical and Research Fellowship,
University of Western Ontario, London, ON
The Knee Society John Insall Travelling Fellowship in
Knee Reconstructive Surgery, USA

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons of Canada
Fellow Quebec College of Surgeons
Diplomat of the American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery - Specialty in
Adult Reconstruction Hip & Knee

Academic Role

UBC/UVIC Island Medical School and Family Medicine Resident Educator
ATLS Instructor
Orthopedic Surgery Resident Coordinator

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Insall-Scott-Kelly International Congress for Joint Replacement
2012 Research Award, New York Meeting
The Knee Society John Insall Award 2003 for
Research in Knee Replacement Surgery
Research Publications on PUBMED
Dr. R. Steven Burnett interviewed for Island Health’s latest Research Newsletter

Dr. Tristan Camus

MD, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Adult Hip and Knee Replacement - Primary, Revision, Complex, and Partial
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Calgary, Calgary, AB

Fellowship Training

Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, New York University Langone Medical Centre,
Insall Scott Kelly Institute, New York, NY

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons of Canada

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

NYU LMC - ISK Institute William L. Jaffe Fellow Research Award, New York, NY, 2016

Dr. Melissa Collins

MD, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Foot and Ankle Surgery

Medical School
Residency</h5
Fellowship Training
Certification
Academic Role
Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Dr. Peter J. Dryden

MSc, MD, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Foot and Ankle Surgery
Adult Hip and Knee Replacement
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Fellowship Training

Foot and Ankle Surgery, St. Michaels Hospital, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada

Academic Role

Clinical Instructor, University of British Columbia, Faculty of Medicine, Department of Orthopaedics

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Canadian Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgeons (COFAS) Member and Membership Director
Canadian Orthopedic association (COA) Medical and Scientific Review Committee
COFAS Ankle Arthritis Research Group

Dr. Duncan Jacks

MSc, MD, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Adult Hip and Knee Replacement - Primary, Revision, Complex, and Partial
Knee Arthroscopy and Soft Tissue Reconstruction
Sport Medicine
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

McGill University, Montreal, PQ

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Fellowship Training

Hip and Knee Reconstruction, Oxford University, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, UK
Sports Medicine and Shoulder/Knee Arthroscopy, Perth Orthopaedic and Sports Medicine Centre, Australia
The Knee Society John Insall Travelling Fellowship in Knee Reconstructive Surgery, USA

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Team Physician Canadian Alpine Ski Team (CAST) with international World Cup race and training camp coverage
Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics Alpine Ski Race Course Physician

Dr. Geoffrey Johnston

BSc, MD, MBA, FRCSC, CHE

Current Clinical Interests

Disorders of the Hand and Wrist
Distal radius fractures in adults
Distal radius fractures in adult women and osteoporosis
General adult Orthopaedics
Health system surgical care delivery improvement

Administrative Role

Scientific Advisory Committee, Osteoporosis Canada
Member, Board of Directors, Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation

Medical School

University of Ottawa, Ottawa, Ontario

Residency

University of Western Ontario, London, Ontario

Fellowship Training

Hand and Microsurgery, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda, California (Dr. V. Wood)
Hand and Microsurgery (Christine Kleinert), Jewish Hospital, Louiseville, Kentucky (Dr. H. Kleinert)

Sabbatical Leaves/Visiting Professorships

Shoulder Surgery, Columbia Presbyterian Hospital, New York, New York, U.S.A. (Dr. L. Bigliani)
Hip, Knee and Shoulder Replacement Surgery, Brigham and Women's and Baptist Hosptials, Boston, Massachusetts, U.S.A. (Drs. R. Scott and T. Thornhill)
Shoulder Surgery, Balgrist Klinik, Zurich, Switzerland (Prof. C. Gerber)
Wrist Surgery, Berne, Switzerland (Dr. D. Fernandez)

Certification

MBA (Master's Business Administration), Health Services Management
Fellow, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
Member, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Fellow, American College of Surgeons
Certified Health Executive, Canadian College of Health Leaders

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

ABC Fellowship, Canadian Orthopaedic Association
Past Chair, Orthopaedic Specialty Committee, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
Past Member, Council, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
Past Head, Department of Surgery, University of Saskatchewan and Saskatoon Health Region
Past Acting Head, Department of Medicine, University of Saskatchewan and Saskatoon Health Region
Past President, Canadian Orthopaedic Association
Past President and Chair, Canadian Orthopaedic Foundation
>40 Research publications
Lifetime member, American Society for Surgery of the Hand
Professor Emeritus, University of Saskatchewan
EXTRA (Executive Training for Research Application) Fellowship from CHSRF (Canadian Health Services Research Foundation)
SAHO (Saskatchewan Association of Health Organizations) Certified Health Executive Award

Dr. Colin D. Landells

MD, FRCSC, Dip ABOS, Dip Sport Med

Current Clinical Interests

Shoulder Arthroscopic and Reconstructive Surgery
Arthroscopic and Reconstructive Sport Medicine Surgery
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. John's, NL

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Fellowship Training

Shoulder Surgery & Sport Medicine, University of Western Ontario, London, ON
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery: Strasbourg, France; Lecco, Italy; Munich, Germany

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
Diplomat of the American Board of Orthopedic Surgeons
Diplomat of the Canadian Academy of Sport Medicine

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Team Orthopaedic Surgeon, Canadian National Rugby Teams
Team Orthopaedic Surgeon, Victoria Royals Hockey Team, WHL
Clinical Teaching Awards, Dept. of Family Medicine, University of British Columbia
Orthopaedic Shoulder Surgeon for the Yukon Territory

Rebalance staff member Dr. Sonja Mathes

Dr. Sonja Mathes

MD, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

General Non-Operative Orthopaedics
Special Interest in Foot, Ankle, and Upper Extremity Orthopaedics

Medical School

Queen's University, Kingston, ON

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Fellowship Training

Clinical Fellowship in Trauma, Upper Extremity and Forefoot Surgery, Alfred Hospital, Melbourne, Australia

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada

Academic Role

Clinical Instructor, University of British Columbia Department of Medicine

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Medical Director, RebalanceMD

Dr. James McInnes

MD, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Adult Hip and Knee Arthroplasty - Primary, Complex and Revision
Hip Preservation Surgery
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery

Current Research Interests

Quality Improvement and Patient Safety (MSc ongoing - University of Toronto)
Hip Arthroplasty and Preservation

Medical School

University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Fellowship Training

Hip Preservation Fellowship, Luzerner Kantonsspital, Luzern and Schulthess Klinik, Zürich - Switzerland
Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction Fellowship and Clinical Associate in Orthopaedic Trauma, Mount Sinai Hospital, Toronto, ON
AO North America Fellowship in Orthopaedic Trauma, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, ON

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Two time member Canadian Association of Medical Teams Abroad (CAMTA) Orthopaedic Surgery Mission to Quito, Ecuador.
Past member Himalayan Health Exchange - Kargiakh Expedition, Ladakh, India.

Dr. Charles Nelson

MD, FRCSC, ABOS, Dip Sport Med

Current Clinical Interests

Sports Orthopaedics and Arthroscopic Surgery - Knee, Shoulder, Foot and Ankle
Adult Hip and Knee Replacement
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
General Orthpaedics

Medical School

University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Fellowship Training

Sport Medicine and Arthroscopic Surgery, Fowler- Kennedy Clinic, University of Western Ontario, London, ON
Foot and Ankle Surgery, Mayo Clinic, Scottsdale, AZ

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
Fellow, American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine (CASEM) Diploma in Sport Medicine

Dr. Catherine O'Brien

MD, FRCSC, Dip. Sport Med

Catherine received her Medical Degree from the University of Calgary and completed an Orthopaedics residency at the University of British Columbia. She then obtained additional sub-specialty Fellowship training in Sports Medicine/Arthroscopic Reconstruction of the Knee and Shoulder, and she also obtained her Diploma in Sport Medicine from the Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine (CASEM). She followed this with a second year, focused on Orthopaedic Trauma. Since 2013, Catherine has worked in many locations around British Columbia, Alberta, and the Northwest Territories as a locum Orthopaedic Surgeon, before formally limiting her practice to non-operative orthopaedics in 2020. She holds a Clinical Instructor appointment with the University of British Columbia and is active in teaching clinical skills, as well as the fundamentals of scholarly inquiry. Catherine's current clinical interests include musculoskeletal health optimization through patient education and non-operative care. She is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons, a member of the Canadian Orthopaedic Association, and CASEM. Highlights and achievements include the Dean's Silver Medal in Science in her undergraduate degree, four-time Academic All-Canadian as a varsity swimming athlete, the Resident Research Award for UBC in her graduating year, 20 years of representation on the National team for kayaking, and multiple sporting events coverage as a physician, including the Canada Winter Games, the Canadian Finals Rodeo, and the FIFA U20 Women's Soccer World Cup. Catherine remains active in sport, enjoying kayaking, swimming, cycling, cross country skiing, and hiking.

Dr. Norgrove Penny

CM, MD, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Child and Adolescent Orthopaedics
Sport Medicine & Knee Injuries
Global Surgery & International Development
Global Clubfoot Initiative
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Fellowship Training

Adult Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, University of Toronto, Toronto, ON
Children's Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Harvard University, Boston, MA
Children's Orthopaedics, A.I.duPont Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Wilmington, DE

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons of Canada
Fellow, College of Surgeons of East, Central and Southern Africa
Diplomate, American Board of Orthopaedic Surgery
Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine (CASEM) Diploma in Sport Medicine

Academic Role

Clinical Assistant Professor, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Faculty of Medicine
Faculty, Postgraduate Course Surg512, Branch for International Surgery, University of British Columbia
External Examiner, College of Surgeons of East, Central and Southern Africa

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Chief Medical Officer, 1994 Commonwealth Games, Victoria, BC
Orthopaedic Surgeon, Team Canada, 1992 Summer Olympic Games, Barcelona, Spain
Established the Uganda Children's Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Project
Senior Advisor for Physical impairment, CBM International
Advisor, Disability and Rehabilitation Team, World Health Organization
Chief, Section of Paediatric Surgery, Vancouver Island Health Authority
Member of the Order of Canada

Dr. Lucas R. Pugh

MD, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Adult Hip and Knee Replacement - Primary, Revision, Complex, and Partial
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Fellowship Training

Adult Reconstruction and Joint Replacement, Hospital for Special Surgery, New York, NY

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons of Canada

Academic Role

Senior Clinical Associate in Orthopaedic Surgery, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

North Pacific Orthopaedic Society Frank B. Smith Research Award, Portland, OR, 2011
Resident Research Award, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC, 2011

Dr. David Saliken

MD, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Shoulder Arthroscopy and Arthroplasty/Reconstruction
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB

Fellowship Training

Shoulder Reconstruction and Arthroscopy Fellowship. Director: Prof. Pascal Boileau. Centre Hospitalier Universitaire de Nice. Nice, France
Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship. Director: Dr. Allan Liew. University of Ottawa. Ottawa, ON

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Academic Role

Clinical Assistant Professor University of British Columbia

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Dr. Hastings Mewburn Award in Orthopaedic Medicine: University of Alberta
R.E. Fraser Award for Excellence in Teaching: University of Alberta
Orthopaedic Member of CAMTA (Canadian Association of Medical Teams Abroad): Quito, Ecuador
Clinical Teaching Award: Island Medical Program UBC
Island Health Collaborative Grant Research Award
CIHR Research Grant
Team Orthopaedic Surgeon, Victoria Royals Hockey Team WHL

Dr. James Stone

BAO, MB, BCh, AFRCSI, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Sports Orthopaedics and Arthroscopic Surgery - Knee, Shoulder, Foot, and Ankle
Adult Hip and Knee Replacement
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

University College Dublin, Belfield, Dublin 4, Ireland

Residency

Basic Surgical Training Associate Fellowship, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, Dublin, Ireland
Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Fellowship Training

Sports Orthopaedics Fellowship, Adidas Unisport Orthopaedic Clinic, Auckland, New Zealand
Orthopaedic Trauma Fellowship, Royal North Shore Hospital, Sydney, Australia

Certification

Associate Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland
Fellow, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada

Dr. Eric Torstensen

MD, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Adult Hip and Knee Replacement - Primary, Revision, Complex, and Partial
Foot and Ankle Surgery
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

University of Calgary, Calgary, AB

Residency

University of Calgary

Fellowship Training

Ling Fellowship in Total Joint Replacement, Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre, Exeter, UK
Foot and Ankle Surgery Fellowship, Nuffield Orthopaedic Hospital, Oxford, UK

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada

Dr. Brent Weatherhead

MD, HBSc, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Paediatric and Adolescent Orthopaedics
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
Shoulder and Upper Limb Surgery
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Fellowship Training

Paediatric Orthopaedics Fellowship, Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Upper Limb Surgery Fellowship, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons of Canada

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Volunteer Surgeon for Uganda Sustainable Trauma Orthopaedic Program, Kampala, Uganda

Rebalance staff member Dr. Zane Zarzour

Dr. Zane D.S. Zarzour

MD, FRCSC

Current Clinical Interests

Shoulder, Elbow, and Wrist Arthroscopic and Reconstructive Surgery
Arthroscopic and Reconstructive Sports Medicine Surgery
Adult Hip Replacement Surgery
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

University of Western Ontario, London, ON

Residency

University of Western Ontario, London, ON

Fellowship Training

Upper Extremity and Sports Medicine, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada
Fellow, American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons

Current Administrative Role

Chief, Division of Orthopaedic Surgery: Vancouver Island Health Authority - South Island

Academic Role

Clinical Lecturer, Department of Family Medicine, University of Victoria and University of British Columbia

Administrative Role

Victoria General Hospital Orthopaedic Surgery Site Chief
Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada Examiner
Orthopaedic Surgery Quality Assurance Leader, Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA), South Island

PHYSICAL MEDICINE AND REHABILITATION

Dr. Mike Berger

MD, PhD, FRCPC, CSCN (EMG)

Current Clinical Interests

Electrodiagnostics
Neuromuscular Medicine
Musculoskeletal Medicine & Sports Medicine Injuries

Medical School

Western University, London, ON
Subspecialty Training at Vancouver General Hospital, Neuromuscular Disease Unit, Electrodiagnostic and Neuromuscular medicine

Residency

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of British Columbia

Certification

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia

Highlights

Along with Dr. Emily Krauss, peripheral nerve surgeon, provides unique comprehensive, interdisciplinary rehabilitation services for patients with traumatic spinal cord injuries, nerve injuries and inflammatory nerve conditions.

Research

Vancouver Coastal Health Research Institute Mentored Clinician-scientist Award
Principal Investigator at the International Collaboration in Repair Discoveries

For more information about Dr. Berger’s research please refer to his research website:
https://icord.org/researchers/dr-michael-berger/

Dr. Paul Chapman

MD

Rebalance staff member Dr. James Filbey

Dr. James Filbey

MD, FRCPC

Current Clinical Interests

Musculoskeletal Medicine
Sport Medicine Injuries
Neuroelectrodiagnostics (Electromyography / Nerve Conduction Studies)
Medical Legal Consultation
Point of Care Ultrasound (Injections, Nerve Blocks, Clinical Evaluation / Diagnosis)

Medical School

McMaster University, Hamilton, ON

Residency

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada

Academic Role

Clinical Assistant Professor, University of British Columbia Department of Medicine, Associate Member of the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Dr. Lena Galimova

MD, FRCPC

Current Clinical Interests

Musculoskeletal Medicine
Chronic Pain Conditions
Rebailitation of Neuromuscular Disorders, Stoke, Traumatic Brain Injury
Work-Related Injuries
Medical Legal Consultation

Medical School

Kharkov National Medical University, Kharkov, Ukraine

Residency

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada

Academic Role

University of British Columbia Department of Medicine, Associate Member of the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Dr. Stephanie Muise

Physiatrist

Current Clinical Interests

Electrodiagnostics
Spasticity management
Rehabilitation of neuromuscular disorders, stroke, spinal cord injury, brain injury

Medical School

Western University, London ON

Residency

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Western University, London ON

Certification

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia
Canadian Society of Clinical Neurophysiologists (CSCN) Diplomate (EMG)

Dr. Andrew Round

Dr. Todd Yip

MSc, MD, FRCPC

Current Clinical Interests

Musculoskeletal Medicine
Work-Related Injuries
Medical Legal Consultation
Wound Care
High Risk/Diabetic Foot Care

Medical School

Queen's University, Kingston, Ontario, Canada

Residency

Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada

Academic Rank

Clinical Instructor, University of British Columbia Department of Medicine, Associate Member of the Division of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

Highlights

Prior career as Occupational Health and Safety Consultant

Whitney Ball

Electromyography Technologist

Whitney graduated from the University of British Columbia with a Bachelor’s of Kinesiology in 2016. After graduation, she trained in neuromuscular medicine assisting physiatrists in electrodiagnostic testing and became a registered electromyography technologist in 2018 performing Nerve Conduction Studies. She has also had the opportunity to assist the physician’s with needle electromyography and clinical procedures such as injections.

INTERNAL MEDICINE

Dr. Ajaysharn Bains

Internal Medicine Specialist

Clinical Interests

Peri-Operative Medicine
Clinical Pharmacy

Medical School

University of Toronto

Internal Medicine Residency/Fellowship

University of British Columbia – Victoria Site

Certification

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Dr. Laura Farrell

Internal Medicine Specialist

Clinical Interests

Peri-Operative Medicine
Medical diagnostics

Medical School

UBC

Internal Medicine Residency/Fellowship

University of Calgary

Certification

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Academic Role

Assistant Professor, UBC

Highligts/Achievements/Community Service

Masters of Medical Education, University of Dundee

Dr. Karmen Kelly

Internal Medicine Specialist

Dr. Raistlin Majere

Internal Medicine Specialist

Clinical Interests

Peri-Operative Medicine
Intensive Care
Addictions Medicine

Medical School

UBC - Island Medical Program, Victoria, BC

Internal Medicine Residency

UBC - Vancouver, BC

General Internal Medicine Fellowship

Queen's University - Kingston, ON

Certification

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Clinical Instructor, UBC
Lecturer, University of Ottawa
Enthusiast of all outdoor activities, motorcycles, exotic food and drink

Dr. Kari-Jean McKenzie

Internal Medicine Specialist

Dr. Danny Myers

Internal Medicine Specialist

Dr. Mirek Otremba

General Internal Medicine Specialist

Clinical Interests:
Peri-operative Medicine
Point-of-Care Ultrasound

Medical School
University of Toronto

Internal Medicine Residency
University of Toronto

Internal Medicine Fellowship
McMaster University

Certification
Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Vanja Petrovic

Internal Medicine Specialist

Clinical Interests

Medical diagnostics
Peri-operative medicine
Materno-fetal medicine

Medical School

UBC

Internal Medicine Residency/Fellowship

UBC

Certification

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Academic Role

Clinical Instructor, UBC

Ben Schwartzentruber

Internal Medicine Specialist

Clinical Interests

General Internal Medicine
Thrombosis
Point-of-care ultrasound

Training

Medical School, University of British Columbia
Core Internal Medicine, University of British Columbia
General Internal Medicine Fellowship, University of British Columbia

Certification

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Academic Role

Clinical Instructor, University of British Columbia Faculty of Medicine

Dr. David Shanks

Internal Medicine Specialist

Dr. Doug Skinnider

Internal Medicine Specialist

Dr. Valerie Stoynova

Internal Medicine Specialist

Clinical Interests

General Internal Medicine
Peri-Operative Medicine

Medical School

McGill University

Internal Medicine Residency/Fellowship

University of British Columbia

Certification

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Highligts/Achievements/Community Service

Clinical Educator Fellowship, UBC
Masters in Medical Education, Maastricht University; ongoing
Avid cyclist, globetrotter and coffee enthusiast

Dr. Jonah Von Sychowski

Internal Medicine Specialist

OSTEOPOROSIS

Xin Feng

Endocrinologist

SPORTS MEDICINE

Dr Dustin Potiuk

MD, Dip Sports Medciine

Dr J. Pieter de Bruyn

MB, ChB, Diploma Sport Med

Current Clinical Interests

Sport and Exercise Medicine
Ultrasound Guided Interventional Musculoskeletal Medicine
Regenerative Musculoskeletal Medicine

Medical School

University of Stellenbosch, South Africa

Certification

Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine (CASEM) Diploma in Sport Medicine
Canadian College of Family Physicians

Academic Role

Clinical Instructor, University of Northern British Columbia

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

CMO, U17 World Hockey Challenge 2015
Physician HSBC Women's World Sevens Rugby
Kona World Iron Man Medical Volunteer
Competitor Yukon River Quest

Dr. Quinton du Preez

Sports Medicine Physician

Current Clinical Interests

Sport and Exercise Medicine
Musculoskeletal Medicine
Medical Education

Medical School
Certification
Academic Role
Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Dr. Stu Gershman

MD, Dip Sport Med

Current Clinical Interests

Sport and Exercise Medicine
Musculoskeletal Medicine
Medical Education
Work-Related Musculoskeletal Injuries
Third Party Private Disability Assessment
Medical Legal Consultation

Medical School

University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB

Certification

Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine (CASEM) Diploma in Sport Medicine
Accreditation from the Committee on Assessment for Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF)

Academic Role

Clinical Instructor, University of British Columbia, Department of Medicine

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

University of Victoria Varsity Athletics Team Physician
Westshore Rebels Junior Football Club Team Physician

Dr. Alain LeBlanc

MD, Dip Sport Med

Current Clinical Interests

Child, Adolescent, and Adult Sport and Exercise Medicine
Musculoskeletal Medicine
Surgical Assistance
Alternative/Complementary Treatment Modality Injury Management
Medical Legal Consultation
Hyperbaric (Advanced Diving) and Hypobaric (Aviation) Medicine

Medical School

Dalhousie University, Halifax, NS

Certification

Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine (CASEM) Diploma in Sport Medicine
Defense and Civil Institute of Environmental Medicine (DCIEM)

Academic Role

Clinical Instructor, University of British Columbia Department of Family Medicine

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Bilingual English and French
Former Military Physician and Professional Engineer (Canadian Forces Decoration )
Team and Games Coverage
Commonwealth and PanAm Games
Canadian Triathalon, Cycling and Rugby (National Teams)
New Balance Half Ironman and Royal Victoria Marathon
WHL Victoria Royals

Dr. Padraig McCluskey

MSc, MD, CFPC, Dip Sport Med

Current Clinical Interests

Sport and Exercise Medicine
Musculoskeletal Medicine
Medical Legal Consultation

Medical School

University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Residency

Family Medicine, University of British Columbia (Victoria, BC site)

Fellowship Training

Fellowship in Sport and Exercise Medicine, Victoria, BC

Certification

Member of the College of Family Practice in Canada
Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine (CASEM) Diploma in Sport Medicine

Academic Role

Affiliate Clinical Instructor, University of British Columbia Department of Medicine, Island Medical Program
Clinical Instructor, Victoria Family Practice Residency Program, University of British Columbia

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Victoria Marathon Medical Director
Athletics Canada Team Physician, Middle Distance Centre (Victoria)
Former Canadian Cross Country Running Team Member

Dr. Steve Martin

BSc Hons (Kin), MD, CCFP, MSc, FCBOM, Dip Sport Med, PG Cert MedEd

Current Clinical Interests

Sport and Exercise Medicine
Musculoskeletal Medicine
Medical Education
Medical Legal Consultation
Aviation & Dive Medicine

Medical School

McMaster University, Ont

Certification

Certificant of the Canadian College of Family Physicians
Canadian Academy of Sport and Exercise Medicine (CASEM) Diploma in Sport Medicine
Fellow of the Canadian Board of Occupational & Environmental Medicine

Academic Role

Clinical Associate Professor, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia
Adjunct Associate Professor, Faculty of Education, School of Exercise Sciences, Physical & Health Education University of Victoria
Adjunct Associate Professor, Faculty of Graduate Studies, Adjunct Associate Professor, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Victoria
Affiliate Associate Professor, Division of Medical Sciences, Adjunct Associate Professor, Faculty of Graduate Studies, University of Victoria

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Physician Lead-Centre of Excellence, Rugby Canada, Langford, BC
Sport Medicine Physician-Varsity Athlete Injury Clinic, CARSA,UVIC and Highlanders Soccer
Physician-11th Field Ambulance Unit, Canadian Forces-retired
Physician- BC Summer Games, Canada Winter Games, FISU World University Games

RHEUMATOLOGY

Dr. Drew Bowie

BSc, MD, FRCPC

Current Clinical Interests

Systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases
Autoimmune diseases
Inflammatory arthritis
Dermatology and Rheumatology Overlap

Residency

Rheumatology, University of British Columbia
Internal Medicine - Victoria Program, University of British Columbia

Medical School

University of British Columbia - Northern Medical Program, Prince George, BC

Certification

Fellow of the Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC)

Academic Role

Applying for clinical instructor at the University of British Columbia Department of Medicine

Dr. Julia Tan

MD, FRCPC

Current Clinical Interests

Autoimmune diseases
Inflammatory arthritis
Systemic autoimmune rheumatic diseases
Vasculitis
Immune checkpoint inhibitor induced rheumatic adverse events

Residency

Rheumatology, University of British Columbia
Internal Medicine, University of British Columbia

Medical School

University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physician and Surgeons of Canada

Academic Role

Clinical Instructor in the University of British Columbia Department of Medicine

Highlights/achievements/community service

2022 Howard Stein Award
2020 Richard E. Beck Prize for outstanding contribution to clinical teaching

PEDIATRIC SPORTS MEDICINE / MSK

Dr. Agnieszka Kowalczyk

MD, FRCPC

Current Clinical Interests

Pediatric Sports Medicine

Medical School

Jagiellonian University, Krakow, Poland

Residency

Pediatrics; John H. Stroger Hospital of Cook County, Chicago, USA

Fellowship Training

Medical (Primary Care) Sports Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Boston, USA

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physicians of Canada
Diplomate, American Board of Pediatrics (General Pediatrics, Sports Medicine)

ANAESTHESIOLOGY

Dr. Garrett Barry

MD

Current Clinical Interests

General adult anesthesiology
Regional anesthesia
Acute perioperative pain management

Medical School

University of British Columbia

Residency

Anesthesiology, Dalhousie University

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Dr. Garrett Barry is an anesthesiologist at Royal Jubilee and Victoria General Hospitals with fellowship training in regional anesthesia and acute pain management. He completed medical school at UBC, then anesthesiology residency and fellowship at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia. His main clinical and research interest is in advancing regional anesthesia for optimal pain control and functional recovery to facilitate early hospital discharge after orthopedic and plastic surgery.

Dr. Ian Courtice

MD

Current Clinical Interests

General Adult Anesthesiology
Obstetrical Anesthesia
Perioperative and Surgical Safety

Medical School

University of British Columbia – Island Medical Program

Residency

University of British Columbia

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Academic Role

Clinical Assistant Professor in Anesthesiology for the UBC Faculty of Medicine

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

President of The British Columbia Medical Association, The Society of Specialist Physicians and Surgeons of BC and The BC Anesthesiologist's Society
Medical Director for the View Royal Surgical Centre and the South Island Surgical Centre
Member of the Provincial Surgical Executive Committee

Dr. Meghan O'Connell

Current Clinical Interests

General Adult Anesthesiology
Obstetrical Anesthesia
Perioperative and Surgical Safety
Medical Education

Medical School

University of British Columbia

Residency

University of Calgary

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Dr. Sara Waters

MD, FRCPC

Current Clinical Interests

General Adult Anesthesiology
Obstetrical Anesthesia
Perioperative and Surgical Safety

Medical School

University of British Columbia – Island Medical Program

Residency

University of British Columbia

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Dr. Mark Vu

MD

Mark Vu is an anesthesiologist and trauma physician with Island Health, working at both the Victoria General Hospital and the Royal Jubilee Hospital. His recent professional focus is to improve patient care and physician professional work experiences by building interdisciplinary collaboration, exploring innovative perioperative care systems and modernizing anesthesia practice models.

NEW JOINT PROGRAM NAVIGATORS

Melissa Alton

Nurse Navigator

Melissa graduated from the University of Victoria in 2009 with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing. Since graduation, Melissa has worked primarily on the acute care Orthopaedic wards at both the Royal Jubilee Hospital and the Victoria General Hospital. She also had the opportunity to work as the Clinical Nurse Leader of both the Orthopaedic Unit and the Complex Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation Unit. Melissa looks forward to working with patients and supporting their total joint replacement journey.

Julie Clarke

Physiotherapist Navigator

Julie graduated from the University of Western Ontario in 1998 with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physical Therapy. Prior to that she completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Microbiology at the University of British Columbia. Julie has diverse clinical experience as a physiotherapist, working predominantly in the acute care hospital setting at various hospitals in Vancouver and Victoria. Over the past several years she has gained valuable experience in pre-operative joint replacement surgery preparation and education, an area she has become quite passionate about. Julie looks forward to working with her patients to facilitate and enhance their surgical journey.

Jenni Cardinoza

New Joint Program Administrator

Jenni graduated from Sprott Shaw College in 2015 with a Diploma as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Since graduation, she has worked primarily on the Orthopedic Rehabilitation Unit at the Royal Jubilee hospital, and utilizes her skills from the rehabilitation unit in her everyday encounters with patients to help aid in their journey to recovery.

Kaila Howe

Nurse Navigator

Kaila graduated from Camosun College in 2016 with a diploma as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Immediately upon graduating Kaila accepted a full time job in acute care Orthopaedics and General Surgery. Kaila joined the RebalanceMD team in late 2021 as a member of the Lower Leg Wound care team and transitioned to the Clinical Nursing role. Kaila feels at home in the Navigator role and is excited to help patients with their journey to a new joint.

Amanda Pearson

Nurse Navigator

Amanda graduated from the University of Victoria in 2015 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. She spent the next seven years working on the acute care Orthopaedic and Rehabilitation wards at the Royal Jubilee Hospital, both at the bedside and in the Clinical Nurse Leader role. Amanda has spent her entire nursing career working with joint replacement patients; she is excited to use this strong foundation to provide support and guidance to patients throughout their surgical journey

Paula Sanglap Bono

Nurse Navigator

Paula graduated from the University of Victoria in 2006 with a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Prior to this, she graduated in 2001 with a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Sociology. Since leaving nursing school, Paula has worked in the acute care orthopaedic and post-operative rehabilitation settings in hospital. She also engaged the Clinical Nurse Leader role for both of these inpatient wards. Most recently, Paula worked as a Nursing Officer for Corrections Canada. From this she gained much interest in the relationship between chronic disease processes, mental health and chronic pain issues. Paula utilizes her experience in all these areas to help patients achieve the best outcome for their total knee or hip replacements.

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Rebalance staff member Dr. Andrew Berk

Andrew Berk

BSc, EE, BSc, PT, MCl Sc, Dip Manip

Current Clinical Interests

Orthopaedic Manipulative and Sports Physiotherapy
Stabilisation and Movement Systems Balance
Rowing, Dance, and Martial Arts Injuries
Preseason Screening and Injury Prevention

Physiotherapy School

University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB
University of Western Ontario, London, ON

Highlights/Achievements

Diploma of Advanced Manual and Manipulative Therapy
Clinical Instructor, University of British Columbia, Faculty of Medicine
Former Instructor with the Canadian Physiotherapy Association
Former Editor of the Orthopaedic Division Review

Joy Coughlin

BScPT, CGIMS

Joy Coughlin graduated from the University of the Philippines with a Bachelor’s Degree in Physical Therapy in 1981. After completing the Canadian Physiotherapy Association examination, she began her practice in Edmonton providing in and out-patient care in hospital setting and private practice. She completed the Part A of the CPA Manual and Manipulative Therapy in 2000 and IMS certification in 2010.

Joy moved to Victoria in 1992 focusing her work in private clinics, occupational rehabilitation and operated her own practice until 2015. She is very enthusiastic and dedicates her career to helping patients in different stages of recovery. She thrives to stay current with care delivery through continuing education. and believes in teamwork. Joy was involved with a variety of volunteer work devoting many years to swimming, baseball, skating and soccer leagues as a trainer.

Michael Dick

MScPT BSC(Kin)

Michael graduated from Dalhousie University with a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and from McMaster University with a Masters of Science in Physiotherapy. Michael has taken introductory courses in soft tissue release, manual therapy and acupuncture through the Orthopedic Division and APTEI.

Michael has experience working with a wide variety of clients, from varsity athletes to the weekend warrior. He also gained experience working with individuals who have suffered from a stroke, spinal cord injuries, cardiopulmonary disorders and individuals recovering from breast cancer. Michael's treatment philosophy involves providing client centred care while using evidence-based practice, which includes combining patient-specific manual and exercise therapy to optimize each patient's function and recovery.

Gail-Golden Fahey

Registered Physiotherapist BPT, Medical Acupuncture

Gail-Golden Fahey completed a Bachelor of Physical Therapy at the University of Manitoba. She’s since worked in both hospital and private practice, allowing her to hone her skills in treating acute, subacute, and chronic injuries as well as pre and post-surgical conditions.

Over the years Gail-Golden completed several manual therapy courses in management of musculoskeletal conditions including hip, knee and shoulder rehabilitation. She is also certified in Neurofunctional Acupuncture. Gail-Golden’s passion for serving her patients, however, urges her to continue developing her skills and she’s working toward certification in Functional Dry Needling.

“We were designed with an amazing ability to heal – if we are willing to make the necessary sacrifices. Physiotherapy as a profession taught me that it’s important, not only to recuperate from specific injuries but to press further, restoring our body's ability to adapt to the demands of life, whatever our chosen interests. It will be my pleasure to accompany you on your journey toward healing.”

Renee LaFreniere

MPT, BKin

Renee completed her Master of Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Kinesiology at the University of British Columbia. She has her Level 1 Certification through the Canadian Orthopedic Division, and coauthored a paper on paraplegic rowing for submission to the Journal of Sport Sciences.

Renee is a new graduate who is keen on evidence-based practice. She is committed to fostering an active and collaborative approach to rehabilitation. Tailoring her treatments to address the specific needs and goals of her clients, Renee understands that each individual is unique. She uses manual and exercise therapy to guide her clients on their path to recovery and physical wellbeing.

Eric Lowe

BKin, MPT, IMS

Eric completed both his Master of Physical Therapy and Bachelor of Kinesiology degrees at the University of British Columbia. Growing up heavily involved in sport, Eric has always been interested in human movement and performance. Believing in the value continuing education, Eric has taken a number of post-graduate courses including Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS), acupuncture (CAFCI), advanced manual therapy courses from the Canadian Orthopaedic Division and is working towards his Sport Physiotherapy designation. For the past 4 years, Eric has been the Physiotherapist of the UBC Men’s Baseball team and previously was the Physiotherapist of the Canadian Men’s Field Hockey team.
Eric is committed to providing individualized, goal-oriented care, consisting primarily of manual therapy, exercise prescription and patient education. He has a special interest in sports injuries, lower extremity (Hip, Knee, Ankle) injuries, post-operative rehabilitation and shoulder & elbow rehabilitation of the overhead athlete. Eric works with patients of all ages and abilities, with a particular focus on youth athletes and baseball players.

Highlights/Sports Experience

• UBC Men’s Varsity Baseball (2017-2021)
• IIHF World Junior Hockey Championships (2019)
• Canadian Men’s National Field Hockey (2015-2017)
• Odlum Brown VanOpen – ATP Challenger Tennis Event (2017-2019)
• PoCo Grand Prix Cycling – BC Superweek Race Series (2016-2019)
• Harry Jerome International Track Classic (2018-2019)

Chris May

BSc Kines, BSc PT, GunnIMS, Cert Sport Phys

Current Clinical Interests

Intramuscular Stimulation (IMS)
Orthopaedic and Sports Physiotherapy
Post-Surgery Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation, Strength, and Conditioning Program Integration

Physiotherapy School

University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Highlights/Achievements

2009 World Cup Canadian Men's Seven-a-side Rugby Team Physiotherapist
Vancouver 2010 Olympics Athlete's Village Physiotherapist

Community Service

Rugby Coach Castaway Wanderers RFC

Patricia Roney

MScPT, BScKin, IMS/FDN Practitioner, CSCS

Patricia is a bilingual (French/English) manual physiotherapist with a special interest in orthopedic care and sports injury prevention and rehabilitation.

Patricia has been actively involved in High Performance Sport as a National Team Therapist in the sport of Track and Field since 2013. As a team therapist, she has worked at multiple World Championships and International competitions. She worked as the medical lead for the Canadian Para-Athletics team, leading the therapy team at the Tokyo2020 Paralympic Games.

Prior to her involvement with Athletics Canada, Patricia worked as a military physiotherapist in the Canadian Forces.

Patricia works one-on-one with each of her patients, focusing on a hands-on approach using manual therapy and exercise prescription to restore her patient’s function. She is passionate about helping patients avoid injury before they occur and working with each patient to establish goals to return to optimal health.

Outside of clinic, Patricia can be found out on trails running, biking or skiing. She has a strong background in competitive sport and understands the benefits that manual therapies have on the treatment and prevention of injuries. She was a varsity track athlete throughout university, and in more recent years, was selected to Team Canada for the World Mountain Running Championships (2019).

Education
- Masters of Science in Physiotherapy (MScPT) – Queen’s University
- Bachelors of Science in Kinesiology (BScKin) – University of Victoria
- Dry Needling/IMS Certification
- Bike Fit Canada Certified
- Advanced Education in Manual Therapy
- NSCA Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS)

Cory Taves

BSc Kines, MPT

Cory received a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria and a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy from the University of Manitoba. He uses manual therapy and specific exercise prescription to decrease pain and restore function. A strong advocate of education, Cory’s approach to therapy focuses on ensuring his patients understand the causes of and treatments for their dysfunction. Cory has a strong clinical interest in orthopaedic physiotherapy, pre- and post-operative rehabilitation and promoting an active lifestyle as a pillar of holistic health.

Jansen Van Rensberg

Physiotherapist

Dr. Bruce Pinel

Ph.D., M.A., B.A., RCC

Dr. Bruce Pinel (Ph.D., M.A., B.A., RCC) is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors) and has a Ph.D. in Sport Psychology (professional member of the Canadian Sport Psychology Association).

Bruce’s work as a Registered Clinical Counsellor focuses primarily on health and injury management, career and workplace concerns, chronic injury, self-esteem, stress management, return to function / work / performance, sleep management, dealing with transition and changes to daily living and active lifestyles due to health or injury issues, and mental performance enhancement for sport / recreation / active living / work.

In relation to sport performance enhancement, Bruce has worked in high-performance sport with elite athletes and teams at all levels, including professional, Olympic & Paralympic, National, Provincial, and local. He has been a member of Team Canada at the Olympics, Paralympics, Pan American Games, Commonwealth Games, and other major international sporting events.

SPLINTING, BRACING, ORTHOTICS

Jon Sheppard

Current Clinical Interests
Education
Highlights/Achievements

Mycaela Vandervoort

B.Kin – Athletic Therapy, C.Ped (C) Certification Candidate

Education

Bachelor of Kinesiology-Athletic Therapy, The University of Manitoba 2021
Diploma in Pedorthics with Distinction, The University of Western Ontario 2023

Mycaela is originally from Winnipeg, Manitoba and moved to Victoria in 2021 with her husband who serves in the Royal Canadian Air Force. She has always been involved in sports and athletics and grew up playing Volleyball and competitively dancing. She completed a bachelors degree in Kinesiology with an Athletic Therapy focus that lead her to a position at Rebalance MD in the splinting and bracing department. From there she has continued her education in Pedorthics and helps patients with orthopaedic bracing and custom orthotic services.

LEADERSHIP TEAM

Rebalance staff member Stefan Fletcher

Stefan Fletcher

Chief Executive Officer and Physiotherapist

Current Clinical Interests

Orthopaedic Manipulative and Sports Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy School

Otago School of Physiotherapy, Dunedin, New Zealand

Highlights/Achievements

Taught and lectured in post graduate orthopaedic and manual therapy and patient management courses throughout Canada and the United States
Former Head Physiotherapist for Rugby Canada

Community Service

Vancouver Island Wave Soccer Teams Coach, BC Premier League

Dr. Brent Weatherhead

Medical Director

Current Clinical Interests

Paediatric and Adolescent Orthopaedics
Orthopaedic Trauma Surgery
Shoulder and Upper Limb Surgery
General Orthopaedics

Medical School

University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Residency

Orthopaedic Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

Fellowship Training

Paediatric Orthopaedics Fellowship, Royal Children's Hospital Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia
Upper Limb Surgery Fellowship, North Shore Hospital, Auckland, New Zealand

Certification

Fellow, Royal College of Surgeons of Canada

Highlights/Achievements/Community Service

Volunteer Surgeon for Uganda Sustainable Trauma Orthopaedic Program, Kampala, Uganda

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