- Allergan MDCodes Advanced Training for Botox/Fillers (June 2019)
- BCCFP Medical Conference – Vancouver (Nov 2018)
- Allergan MDCodes Advanced Training for Botox/Fillers (Oct/Nov 2018)
- UBC Dermatology Spring Review (Apr 2018)
- Controversies & Conversation Aesthetic Symposium – Monarch Beach, CA (Aug 2017)
- CFPC Dermatology Committee Meeting – Toronto, ON (Apr 2017)
- Maui Derm Medical & Aesthetic Meeting – Maui, HI (Mar 2017)
- Allergan Advanced Injector Meeting for Botox & Fillers (May 2016)
- FMF 2015 – Speaker “Dermoscopy 101 for the Family Physician” (Nov 2015)
- Advanced Cosmetic & Medical Laser Meeting – California USA (Aug 2015)
- Diplomate of the American Board of Laser Surgery | Cosmetic Laser Procedures (Apr 2015)
- University of Queensland – Certificate | Primary Care Skin Cancer Surgery (Jan 2015)
- FMF 2014 – Speaker “Dermoscopy for the FP” – Quebec City PQ (Nov 2014)
- FMF 2013 – Speaker “Hands-On Dermoscopy Intro” – Vancouver BC (Nov 2013)
- CFPC – Dermatology Meeting for FPs – Toronto, ON (Sept 2013)
- FMF 2012 – Speaker “How to Cure a Venous Ulcer” – Toronto, ON (Nov 2012)
- Canadian Society of Phlebology – Summit in Phlebology – Kelowna BC (April 2012)
- ACP (American College of Phlebology) Annual Meeting – Los Angeles (Oct 2011)
- Harvard Medical School – Laser & Aesthetic Skin Therapy (2011)
- Fellow of the American Society for Laser Medicine & Surgery (2011)
- Cardiff University Wales (DPD) – Diploma in Practical Dermatology – Wales (2011)
- Harvard Medical School – Venous Thrombosis CME (2011)
- ABPh – Board Certification in Phlebology or the Treatment of Venous Disease (2010)
- RPhS – Registered Phlebology Sonographer (2010)
- Allergan Academy Symposia – Certification Advanced Techniques Botox/Juvéderm (2009)
- University of Manitoba – Residency in Family Medicine CCFP (2003)
- University of Western Ontario – M.D. (2001)
- University of Ottawa – M.Sc. in Pharmacology/Molecular Biology (1997)
- University of Ottawa – B.Sc. (Honours) in Chemistry (1995
- Chair – Dermatology MIG at the College of Family Physicians of Canada (2021-present)
- Vice-Chair – Dermatology MIG at the College of Family Physicians of Canada (2019-2021)
- Fellowship at The College of Family Physicians of Canada (FCFP) (2016-present)
- CFPC Representative – Canadian Acne & Rosacea Society Committee (2015 – present)
- Dermatology Committee – College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) (2014-present)
- UBC Faculty of Medicine Clinical Instructor – Clinical Dermatology Teaching (2013-Present)
- Chief Resident/Senior Resident Member – Interns and Residents in Manitoba (2001-02)
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We are cosmetic & medical professionals committed to delivering high-quality treatments using the latest technologies in skin care. We promise to work closely with our patients to ensure they receive the best results possible for every treatment. We have a commitment to consistent, quality care because our clinic is built on the foundation of strong relationships.
Our patients are assured care at a high quality medical level in a no pressure environment. We are at the leading edge of medical & aesthetic technology as we maintain our renowned reputation for excellent customer service experiences.
DermMedica was originally established in 1994 (under the name Kelowna Vein & Laser Centre) to offer an alternative to more invasive plastic surgery procedures. There was also a serious need for a medical skin & laser clinic with well-trained physicians in the BC interior.