Krista Friesen
MOA
I am thankful for the opportunity to work with the team of professionals at the Chickadee maternity Collaborative clinic. I’ve enjoyed working with the lovely people at the Dawson Creek health unit since May. When I’m not working I spend as much time as possible with my two wonderful children. I think that this new clinic is going to be a blessing to our community
Emily Armitage
RN BScN
Kari Erickson
RN BScN
Melissa Bouchard
RN BScN
Jennifer Regner
RN BScN
Stacey Charles
RN BScN
Anne Carrol
RN BScN
Dr Magda Steenkamp
MB ChB, DFM, CCFP.
Primary and advanced obstetrics, operative delivery.
I joined the Mile Zero clinic in 2017. Born and raised in South Africa, we relocated to Canada in 2010.
When I was in the 9th grade I first fell in love with medicine, especially maternal fetal medicine. I realized early on in my education and career that I had a passion for Women’s Health, Obstetrics and newborn care. There is a very special feeling that comes with the care of a patient during the journey of pregnancy, delivery and the first moments of celebration of a new life.
During my down time, I cherish spending it with my husband and two beautiful children. We love playing UNO, running around outside with our dogs, quadding, spending time with friends or just relaxing while we watch a movie.
We are very excited that our vision for Chickadee are coming to life. Thank you to everyone involved and I look forward to the journey we are about to embark on!
Dr. Simon Peter Eriki
MBBCH CCFP OS.
Born and raised in Uganda. College, University Medical degree and training in South Africa. Moved to Alberta in 2010. Worked in Falher as a family physician covering emergency in Sacred heart hospital in Mclennan. In 2017 I pursued a 1year residency training through the University of Alberta in Fort McMurray. The focus of the program was in enhanced surgical skills and obstetrics. On completion I moved to High Prairie to help set up and run their surgical and obstetrics program.
I prefer to consider myself passionate about everything family medicine related. A day that involves discharging a new born baby to her mother and discharging a 102 year old to her daughter, fascinates me and I love it. My new interest is in aviation and flying. I spend my time off reading and practicing how to fly. I want to believe that our futures are not confined to just planet earth. So, yes I am a dreamer and hope Dawson creek will indulge me for many years.
Dr Luay Sleem Al Nysr
MB ChB, CCFP
Haley Hayner
RM, BMW, BSc
I am a registered midwife, born and raised in small town British Columbia. I enjoy hiking, skiing, and knitting. I believe in informed choice and I am passionate about providing respectful care. I am excited to be joining the Chickadee team to better serve the South Peace Region. One of my favorite parts of my job is witnessing the profound power of birth, and how it impacts families. I feel honored to be with you on this journey, and I look forward to getting to know you!
Dr Ebu Agu
MB ChB CCFP
Dr Bron Finkelstein
Dr Landon Sayler
Dr Akal Betalafia
Dr Yonabeth Nava
Dr. Yonabeth Nava de Escalante is a Family Medicine resident with the UBC Rural Immersion Program. She brings many years of experience in public health, program planning, and evaluation, and is now contributing to rural maternity care as the resident in Chetwynd and Tumbler Ridge. Yonabeth is leading a rural research project focused on improving the IUD placement experience and recently received the Resident Leadership Award in recognition of her strong leadership in rural health. She is committed to advancing sustainable, community-based care models that improve access and continuity for rural patients throughout pregnancy.
Amanda Burton