Chickadee Maternity Collaborative Clinic

11/11/2025

💙Honouring our Nurse Practitioner💙

As we head into National Nurse Practitioner Week (November 10th –16th), we want to shine a spotlight on someone who makes a real difference in Dawson Creek — Amanda Burton, NP.

Amanda, thank you for the way you show up for patients, for the time you take to listen, and for the compassionate, team-based care you provide in our community.

Nurse Practitioners play a crucial role in enhancing access to primary care — bridging gaps, supporting families, and ensuring that everyone has the opportunity to receive the care they need, when they need it. We are so incredibly grateful to have Amanda as part of the South Peace healthcare community.

Please join us in thanking Amanda this week for everything she does to keep Dawson Creek healthy! 👏💙

11/09/2025

🌼 Celebrating 30 Years of Dedicated Service! 🌼

Please join us in congratulating Nurse Kari Erickson on an incredible 30 years of service with Northern Health!

We are so grateful to have Kari as part of our Chickadee Maternity team. Her kindness, calm presence, and wealth of experience make every family’s first moments with us feel supported and cared for.

If you’ve ever been welcomed by a warm smile at intake — chances are, you’ve met our lovely Mamma Kari.

Thank you, Kari, for your unwavering commitment to mothers, babies, and families across our community. We are so fortunate to have you with us. 💛

11/07/2025

Introducing:

Hogan family with baby Cillia

11/04/2025

Introducing:

Drover family with baby Jack

11/01/2025

Introducing:

Stahl family with baby Melissa

10/28/2025

Introducing:

Dioquino family with baby Maverick

10/27/2025

🌿 Welcome to Chickadee! 🌿

We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Clay Kiiskila to the Chickadee Collaborative Clinic team!

Dr. Kiiskila is currently in his second year of Family Medicine residency, based in Quesnel as part of UBC’s Rural Immersion Program. Originally from Northern BC, he completed his medical degree through the Northern Medical Program in Prince George, which included a clerkship year in Fort St. John.

With a strong commitment to rural and northern medicine, Dr. Kiiskila plans to practice full-scope family medicine in Northern BC upon completing his residency. He’s excited to meet and work with the Dawson Creek community during his time with us.

Please join us in giving him a warm Chickadee welcome! 💚

10/23/2025

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10/18/2025

Big news: The SFU School of Medicine is now accepting applications for its first class of students, marking the launch of Western Canada's first new medical school in nearly 60 years. With a three-year curriculum, the school will train family doctors faster — and closer to home.

As construction begins on the new facility, the first class of 48 medical students will begin their studies in 2026 at a temporary site on SFU's Surrey Campus. Students will receive hands-on training by working directly with patients in offices, clinics and hospitals throughout the region — including an on-site outpatient clinic that will serve locals.

The new medical school will include classrooms, research labs, a childcare centre for locals, and the outpatient clinic.

This is more than a medical school — it's an investment in BC families, communities, and the future of health care across BC.

To learn more, visit the weblink in the comments.

10/17/2025

Giving your baby supervised time on his tummy a few times each day helps avoid flat areas on their head, helps them learn to roll and crawl and strengthens the muscles in their neck, back and arms.

10/15/2025

🌸 Welcome Back, Dr. Sandeep Sharma! 🌸

We’re delighted to welcome Dr. Sandeep Sharma, MD, Specialist Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, back to Chickadee Collaborative Clinic and the Dawson Creek community!

Dr. Sharma returns after 18 months in Alberta, having previously worked in Dawson Creek between 2022 and 2024 following his move from the UK. With over 30 years of experience in caring for women with high-risk pregnancies and performing a wide range of surgical procedures, Dr. Sharma brings exceptional expertise and compassion to our team.

He has a special interest in Colposcopy, Menopause, and Vulval Health, ensuring comprehensive and patient-centered care for women at all stages of life.

Outside of medicine, Dr. Sharma enjoys travel, hiking, running, golf, and cooking. He’s also a qualified skydiver and is looking forward to improving his skiing skills on Bear Mountain this winter!

Please join us in giving Dr. Sharma a warm Dawson Creek welcome back to Chickadee Collaborative Clinic!