Primary Care Longitudinal Practices
Dr. Matthew Ward, Family Physician, Medical Director
Dr. Matthew Ward, Family Physician, Medical Director
Dr. Matthew Ward, Family Physician, Medical Director
Trained in Calgary and Kingston, Dr. Ward returns to his hometown of Victoria where he operates a full-time family practice. His clinic interests are in complex care and geriatric medicine. He is the Medical Director of Eagle Creek, Clinical Assistant Professor for the Department of Family Medicine, University of British Columbia, and a m
Trained in Calgary and Kingston, Dr. Ward returns to his hometown of Victoria where he operates a full-time family practice. His clinic interests are in complex care and geriatric medicine. He is the Medical Director of Eagle Creek, Clinical Assistant Professor for the Department of Family Medicine, University of British Columbia, and a member of the Executive for the Victoria Medical Society. He also currently runs and operates British Columbia Botox® Clinics.
Dr. Micah Simcoff, Family Physician
Dr. Matthew Ward, Family Physician, Medical Director
Dr. Matthew Ward, Family Physician, Medical Director
Dr. Simcoff has enjoyed practicing family medicine including maternity care for over 16 years. He completed his medical degree and residency at the University of Manitoba. He practiced in Selkirk, Manitoba before moving to Victoria in 2008. He is a Clinical Instructor through the UBC Department of Family Practice. In his spare time, Dr. S
Dr. Simcoff has enjoyed practicing family medicine including maternity care for over 16 years. He completed his medical degree and residency at the University of Manitoba. He practiced in Selkirk, Manitoba before moving to Victoria in 2008. He is a Clinical Instructor through the UBC Department of Family Practice. In his spare time, Dr. Simcoff loves spending time with his family, kayaking, and enjoying the great outdoors.
Dr. Mohamed Elnagmy, Family Physician
Dr. Matthew Ward, Family Physician, Medical Director
Dr. Mohamed Elnagmy, Family Physician
Dr. Elnagmy enjoys working as a family physician with a special interest in chronic diseases and coming up with individual treatment plans for his patients to achieve the best outcome. He graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Cairo University in Egypt where he was born and raised. He completed his training and practiced full-scope fa
Dr. Elnagmy enjoys working as a family physician with a special interest in chronic diseases and coming up with individual treatment plans for his patients to achieve the best outcome. He graduated from the Faculty of Medicine at Cairo University in Egypt where he was born and raised. He completed his training and practiced full-scope family medicine in Qatar before moving to Victoria with his young family. He is a Clinical Instructor through the UBC Department of Family Practice. Outside of work, he loves spending time with his family and traveling.
Rene Korchinski, Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Matthew Ward, Family Physician, Medical Director
Dr. Mohamed Elnagmy, Family Physician
Rene is a Family Nurse Practitioner and completed her Master of Nursing degree in Alberta. She recently moved to Victoria from Calgary with her husband and young son. She is originally from South Africa and moved to Alberta in 2004. Before obtaining her Nurse Practitioner certification, she worked as a Registered Nurse in women’s health,
Rene is a Family Nurse Practitioner and completed her Master of Nursing degree in Alberta. She recently moved to Victoria from Calgary with her husband and young son. She is originally from South Africa and moved to Alberta in 2004. Before obtaining her Nurse Practitioner certification, she worked as a Registered Nurse in women’s health, the Emergency Department and HealthLink. She is looking forward to providing primary care for all ages but also has a special passion for women’s and maternity health.
Dr. Ahmed Amer, Family Physician
Courtney Ellis, Nurse Practitioner
Courtney Ellis, Nurse Practitioner
As a practicing family physician, Dr. Amer has devoted more than 10 years to this field. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alexandria, Egypt before moving to Qatar to pursue residency
training and open up his own practice. In 2022, he and his family immigrated to Canada, where he is excited to practice in beautiful Victo
As a practicing family physician, Dr. Amer has devoted more than 10 years to this field. He earned his medical degree from the University of Alexandria, Egypt before moving to Qatar to pursue residency
training and open up his own practice. In 2022, he and his family immigrated to Canada, where he is excited to practice in beautiful Victoria. He enjoys several outdoor activities including tennis, swimming, and hiking.
Courtney Ellis, Nurse Practitioner
Courtney Ellis, Nurse Practitioner
Courtney Ellis, Nurse Practitioner
Courtney is a Family Nurse Practitioner and completed her Master of Nursing – Nurse Practitioner at the University of Victoria. Courtney is born and raised in Victoria, also completing her Bachelor of Science Nursing at the University of Victoria, but spent several years living in Vancouver. As a Registered Nurse, Courtney has worked at
Courtney is a Family Nurse Practitioner and completed her Master of Nursing – Nurse Practitioner at the University of Victoria. Courtney is born and raised in Victoria, also completing her Bachelor of Science Nursing at the University of Victoria, but spent several years living in Vancouver. As a Registered Nurse, Courtney has worked at the Royal Jubilee Hospital in Adult General Medicine & Oncology and at BC Children’s Hospital in Pediatric Specialty Medicine. She enjoys working with individuals of all ages to reach their goals of health. When she is not at the clinic, you can find Courtney enjoying the outdoors and spending time with family and friends.
Dr. Naweed Ahmed, Family Physician
Courtney Ellis, Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Naweed Ahmed, Family Physician
Originally from Niagara Falls, Ontario, Dr. Ahmed completed his training through the UBC Family Medicine Program here in Victoria. He has a special interest in complex care geriatrics and mental health. In addition to his residency training, Dr. Ahmed has a Masters degree in Aging and Health from Queens University and has spent three yea
Originally from Niagara Falls, Ontario, Dr. Ahmed completed his training through the UBC Family Medicine Program here in Victoria. He has a special interest in complex care geriatrics and mental health. In addition to his residency training, Dr. Ahmed has a Masters degree in Aging and Health from Queens University and has spent three years working in the department of psychiatry. He is a Clinical Instructor through the UBC Department of Family Practice. Outside of medicine, Dr. Ahmed fosters and rehabilitates animals with various organizations.
Andrea Buchan, Registered Nurse
Courtney Ellis, Nurse Practitioner
Dr. Naweed Ahmed, Family Physician
Andrea Buchan graduated from the University of Victoria with a Bachelor of Science of Nursing. She spent many enjoyable years working on the Woman’s Health and Surgical unit at Victoria General Hospital and most recently she worked as a community health nurse. Andrea enjoys spending time in nature with her family and friends hiking, skiing and exploring the West Coast.
Dr. Damini Patel, Family Physician
Dr. Galina Turpin, Family Physician
Dr. Galina Turpin, Family Physician
Dr. Patel is a settler from India who migrated to Edmonton, Alberta in 2016 and is now happy to call Victoria her home. She is completing her training in Family Medicine here in Victoria through the University of British Columbia. She is really passionate about working with people in this community to help them achieve their health goals.
Dr. Patel is a settler from India who migrated to Edmonton, Alberta in 2016 and is now happy to call Victoria her home. She is completing her training in Family Medicine here in Victoria through the University of British Columbia. She is really passionate about working with people in this community to help them achieve their health goals. She is chiefly interested in the care of the elderly and people with long-term medical conditions. She is a Clinical Instructor through the UBC Department of Family Practice. In her free time, she relishes preparing various cuisines for family and going on a motorcycle ride to explore beautiful Vancouver Island.
Dr. Galina Turpin, Family Physician
Dr. Galina Turpin, Family Physician
Dr. Galina Turpin, Family Physician
Dr. Turpin has been practicing in Victoria for the last 7 years. She operates a full-scope family practice at Eagle Creek Medical Clinic.
Family Medicine Residents
Dr. Scott Bell
Dr. Laura Saleh Jaibat
Dr. Scott Bell
Scott was born in the rolling foothills south of Calgary, and was
raised with a love of both the outdoors and science. Since then, his twin passions have led him on a curious career path through forestry, guiding, biotechnology and medicine. When he’s not on call, he serves in the Society of Rural Physicians of Canada and Wilderness Medici
Scott was born in the rolling foothills south of Calgary, and was
raised with a love of both the outdoors and science. Since then, his twin passions have led him on a curious career path through forestry, guiding, biotechnology and medicine. When he’s not on call, he serves in the Society of Rural Physicians of Canada and Wilderness Medicine Society of Canada. You can find him exploring Canada by kayak, bike, and skis.
Dr. Wajid Khan
Dr. Laura Saleh Jaibat
Dr. Scott Bell
Originally from Pakistan, Dr. Khan grew up in the suburbs of Surrey, BC. He is a great admirer of nature and loves to spend the summers in BC hiking trails or kayaking. In his downtime, he enjoys creating digital art or animating 3D creations.
Dr. Laura Saleh Jaibat
Dr. Laura Saleh Jaibat
Dr. Laura Saleh Jaibat
Born and raised in North Vancouver, Dr. Jaibat spends most of her free time at the beach or on the mountains. She loves to snowboard, hike, camp, and play volleyball, and has been lucky to travel all over the world (highlights including Ecuador, Jordan, Oman, and Qatar). She is excited to be making the move to Victoria as a part of the UBC Victoria Family Medicine Residency Program.
Dr. Emre Islam
Dr. Laura Saleh Jaibat
Dr. Laura Saleh Jaibat
Dr. Island was born in New York, and grew up in
Saskatchewan for most of his life. He completed an undergraduate in Biochemistry at University of Regina, and medical school in Saskatoon. As someone who has lived inland most of his life, he is excited to move to Victoria and next to the coast for the next few years. In his free time, Dr. Is
Dr. Island was born in New York, and grew up in
Saskatchewan for most of his life. He completed an undergraduate in Biochemistry at University of Regina, and medical school in Saskatoon. As someone who has lived inland most of his life, he is excited to move to Victoria and next to the coast for the next few years. In his free time, Dr. Islam loves to spend time walking and exploring, and if the weather is uncooperative, spend the next few hours invested in a movie, book or making a crossword puzzle. He is fluent in English and Bengali.
Former Family Medicine Residents
Dr. Noah Marchand
Dr. Bhavdeep Rehal
Dr. Noah Marchand
Dr. Marchand is a member of the Sylix (Okanagan) First Nation and was born and raised in Kamloops, BC. He completed his undergrad in Kinesiology at McGill University and finished medical school at UBC in Vancouver. He is passionate about Family Medicine and interests include Indigenous Health, Addictions Medicine and Palliative Care. Outs
Dr. Marchand is a member of the Sylix (Okanagan) First Nation and was born and raised in Kamloops, BC. He completed his undergrad in Kinesiology at McGill University and finished medical school at UBC in Vancouver. He is passionate about Family Medicine and interests include Indigenous Health, Addictions Medicine and Palliative Care. Outside of medicine, his my main interests and hobbies revolve around physical activity and sports.
Dr. Alicia Briggs
Dr. Bhavdeep Rehal
Dr. Noah Marchand
Dr. Briggs grew up in 100 Mile House, BC. She completed her undergraduate degree in Neuroscience at the University of Lethbridge and medical school at the University of Calgary. She spends her time off doing judo, trail running, skiing and learning to mountain bike. She is excited to join the team at ECMC as a Family Medicine Resident.
Dr. Bhavdeep Rehal
Dr. Bhavdeep Rehal
Dr. Bhavdeep Rehal
Born in England, grew up in Newfoundland, and from Manitoba - Dr. Rehal joins ECMC as a Family Medicine Resident. He is a big hockey, soccer and really into technology.
Clinic Management
Aziza Yassin, Manager
Jeanette McCart, Registered Nurse, Consultant
Rinky Pardeshi, Manager
Originally from Ethiopia, Aziza received her Diploma in 2007 for Medical Administration Assistant in Calgary. She worked in a family physician office there for three years and subsequently moved to Victoria in 2010 and has worked in primary care clinics since this time.
Rinky Pardeshi, Manager
Jeanette McCart, Registered Nurse, Consultant
Rinky Pardeshi, Manager
Originally from New Delhi. Rinky completed a Bachelor of Science from Delhi University in 2005 and MOA certification from Camosun College in 2019. Since then, she has worked in multiple primary care clinics and has years of administration experience. Apart from work, she enjoys hiking, gardening and camping with family.
Dawn Roy, Manager
Jeanette McCart, Registered Nurse, Consultant
Jeanette McCart, Registered Nurse, Consultant
Originally from Kamloops BC, Dawn has been an MOA for the past 14 years, with experience in management. In her spare time she loves hiking, biking and camping with her family.
Jeanette McCart, Registered Nurse, Consultant
Jeanette McCart, Registered Nurse, Consultant
Jeanette McCart, Registered Nurse, Consultant
Ms. McCart was the ECMC Clinic Director from 2016-2021 and is now enjoying a well deserved retirement. She continues to work as a consultant for the clinic.