Staff Information
Dr. S. M. Allison
I qualified from the University of Liverpool with honors in 2001 and went on to complete a three year surgical training program. After gaining membership to the College of Surgeons of England I changed focus towards family medicine. I have worked as a physician in England, Ireland and Canada. I have been with the Medical Arts Centre since May 2012 and truly believe it is the most dynamic and progressive practice I have had the pleasure to work in. We have two amazing children who are our life and feel that Nanaimo is our home with so much to offer young families. In my spare time I have participated in a number of ultra distance races.
Dr. Marcus Barron
Having been raised in Nanaimo I was very excited at the opportunity to complete my family medicine training here at the Medical Arts Centre and NRGH. After residency I spent six months working in a variety of settings before taking over an existing practice at Medical Arts in 2015. I have a young family and we are looking forward to expanding out roots here in Nanaimo for years to come.
Dr. A. Kaban
- Undergraduate Degree Bachelor of Science (Pharmacy) University of Manitoba 1975
- Pharmacist 1975 – 1978
- Doctor of Medicine Degree University of Calgary 1981
- Family Practice Residency Program Calgary General Hospital 1981 – 1983
- General Practice including Obstetrics and Emergency Grande Prairie, Alberta 1983-2003
- Locum Physician Nanaimo, B.C. Aug. 2003 – June 2006
- Family Physician at Medical Arts Centre, Nanaimo, from June 2006 to present with hospital privileges at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital
- Fellowship, College of Family Physicians of Canada since 2004
Dr. D. Kazanowski
Medical Degree from The University of British Columbia in 1989 following which completed an internship at The Greater Victoria Hospital Society and moved to Nanaimo to join The Medical Arts Centre in January 1991.
Dr. J. Mander
Graduated 1999 Sheffield University, UK. Postgraduate training as a GP in Lincoln, UK. Worked as a single-handed GP until 2007 before my move to Nanaimo.
Dr. R. Janse Van Rensburg
- Qualified as MD In South Africa in 1985(MBchB)
- Moved to Canada 1997 and currently hold LMCC and Canadian College of Family Physicians license (CCFP)
- Special interest in general family medicine and obstetrics
- Hobbies is camping, fishing and everything outdoors.
Dr. Shaun van Pel
Born and raised in Nanaimo, I started medical training after working one year as a teacher. Medical Arts was actually my clinic as a baby and I was thrilled when I had the opportunity to train here during my residency as well. Over that time, I have been able to develop my skills and interests and now offer a full service family practice with specific interest in Obstetrics and Maternity care. I am also excited to get involved with medical education and training of medical students and residents. I live here now with my wonderful wife and young son (along with our “fur babies”, 2 cats and a dog). I enjoy tennis, soccer and playing music.
Dr. H. Visser
I grew up on an orange farm in South Africa, In 1977 I graduated from Stellenbosch University. (MB;ChB) Worked in Northern Manitoba for over 10 years, Involved with First Nation Health in Norway House and Cross Lake. I also did emergency work in Thompson. During this time I obtained my CCFP qualification. I moved to Nanaimo in 2012 with my family to escape the mosquitoes. I really enjoy working in such a friendly community and clinic.
Dr. Stuart Ockelford
I moved here from the UK over 2 years ago where I worked as a family doctor for 14 years in a busy market town called Nottingham.
My wife, 2 children, 2 dogs and I wanted adventure and the opportunity to live in a beautiful country with mountains and oceans. After discovering Nanaimo we moved ourselves here.
My passions include mountain biking and hiking. We have started kayaking and now we have bought a canoe and are truly settling to life on Vancouver Island.
My wife, 2 children, 2 dogs and I wanted adventure and the opportunity to live in a beautiful country with mountains and oceans. After discovering Nanaimo we moved ourselves here.
My passions include mountain biking and hiking. We have started kayaking and now we have bought a canoe and are truly settling to life on Vancouver Island.
Dr. Charlotte Breakey
Received my medical degree from the University of Calgary. Outside of Medicine, I spend time with my husband climbing mountains, running trails, swimming lakes and surfing. We are very much enjoying island life. I’m incredibly grateful to the community of Nanaimo, and to the medical Arts staff and patients.Dr. Laura Barron
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