About Us
Our Vision:
We are a caring, positive part of our community’s story, supporting wellness at every step of the journey.
Our Mission:
To provide patient centered care with a person centered approach.
Our Core Values:
In our clinic we value excellence, caring & grace.
Our practitioners
Dr. Ken Brown
Dr. Ryck Schielke
Dr. Ryck Schielke
Dr. Ken Brown moved from Edmonton to enjoy the beautiful mountains of the Kootenays in 1994. He graduated from medicine at the University of Alberta and did his residency in Calgary. Ken has practiced full-service family medicine for 30 years and has enjoyed it immensely. He continues an office and hospital based practice and is involved
Dr. Ken Brown moved from Edmonton to enjoy the beautiful mountains of the Kootenays in 1994. He graduated from medicine at the University of Alberta and did his residency in Calgary. Ken has practiced full-service family medicine for 30 years and has enjoyed it immensely. He continues an office and hospital based practice and is involved in the UBC residency training programs. In his spare time Ken enjoys spending time with his family, walking his dog, skiing, and fly fishing.
Dr. Ryck Schielke
Dr. Ryck Schielke
Dr. Ryck Schielke
Dr. Ryck Schielke moved to the Kootenays from central Alberta in 2018, and has never looked back. He and his wife have 2 children, and enjoy all things outdoors. You'll frequently see them around town at all the festivals and farmers markets. Dr. Schielke performs vasectomies, does various injections, and works in clinic and in the hospital.
Dr. Ilona Amstutz
Dr. Ryck Schielke
Dr. Ilona Amstutz
Dr Ilona Amstutz moved to Cranbrook 9 yrs ago and fell in love with the mountains, forests, sunrises and sunsets of the Kootenays. Skiing, hiking and biking makes up a big part of her free-time.
She lives by the motto "Lost in the forest." Dr Amstutz offers Trigger point injections, Aviation (MOT) medicals, and works in clinic and in the hospital as well as part of the Long Term Care Team.
Dr Liesl Davis
Dr. Ryck Schielke
Dr. Ilona Amstutz
Originally from South Africa, Dr Davis has a very deep affection for the ocean and the magnificent African wild animals. Her adventures brought her to the breathtaking Canada where she now lives with her family next to the majestic Rockies.
She is a Family Physician with over 20 years of patient experience, with Advanced Training in Aesth
Originally from South Africa, Dr Davis has a very deep affection for the ocean and the magnificent African wild animals. Her adventures brought her to the breathtaking Canada where she now lives with her family next to the majestic Rockies.
She is a Family Physician with over 20 years of patient experience, with Advanced Training in Aesthetic Medicine. Her love for people is why she enjoys her career so much.
Dr Megan Ure
Nurse Practitioner Dina Bousquet
Dr. Winnie Yue
Dr. Megan Ure completed her medical degree at the University of Calgary (2020) before attending the University of Alberta for her family medicine residency. She moved to Cranbrook in spring 2022. Clinically, she has a general practice panel and sees musculoskeletal consultations. Dr. Megan grew up as a competitive athlete in both figure
Dr. Megan Ure completed her medical degree at the University of Calgary (2020) before attending the University of Alberta for her family medicine residency. She moved to Cranbrook in spring 2022. Clinically, she has a general practice panel and sees musculoskeletal consultations. Dr. Megan grew up as a competitive athlete in both figure skating and soccer, before taking up track and field in university. Athletics continues to be an important pass-time for Dr. Megan. In the summer, she enjoys exploring local landscapes by foot or bike, as well as playing soccer. In the winter, you can find her staying active in the Kootenays on either skates or skis.
Dr. Winnie Yue
Nurse Practitioner Dina Bousquet
Dr. Winnie Yue
Dr. Yue (she/her) grew up in Calgary. She went to medical school in Cork, Ireland. Following this, she moved to Vancouver to complete her residency training with UBC in 2020. During her free time, she can been seen walking her dog and learning to golf.
Dr Chris Chan
Nurse Practitioner Dina Bousquet
Nurse Practitioner Dina Bousquet
Dr. Chan moved to the Kootenays from Calgary 3 years ago. He graduated medical school from University College Cork in Cork, Ireland and completed residency in Shreveport, Louisiana. In his downtime, he enjoys skiing, golfing, cooking, as well as making coffee and cocktails.
Nurse Practitioner Dina Bousquet
Nurse Practitioner Dina Bousquet
Nurse Practitioner Dina Bousquet
Dina moved to the Cranbrook area in 2020 with her husband after working as a Registered Nurse in Alberta for 8 years. She completed her Master of Nursing- Nurse Practitioner training before moving to the Kootenays. Dina has an all ages family practice. You can find her running, hiking, biking, skiing or travelling in her spare time.
Dr Andrea Ingram
Dr Andrea Ingram
Dr Andrea Ingram
The majestic wilderness of the rocky mountains drew Andrea to Cranbrook after completing medical school at the University of Ottawa and family medicine residency at the University of British Columbia. She is so grateful to have the opportunity to walk with her patients of all ages along their health journey.
She is the proud mom of her 2
The majestic wilderness of the rocky mountains drew Andrea to Cranbrook after completing medical school at the University of Ottawa and family medicine residency at the University of British Columbia. She is so grateful to have the opportunity to walk with her patients of all ages along their health journey.
She is the proud mom of her 2 children and happily supports their artistic endeavours.
In her spare time, you can find Andrea in the classroom teaching the scientific method to elementary students and guiding high school students on leadership skills as well as community and global service.
Dr Kristie Chau
Dr Andrea Ingram
Dr Andrea Ingram
Dr. Chau grew up in Toronto and then moved abroad to study medicine in Dublin, Ireland. Following this, she went to Kelowna to complete her family medicine residency with UBC. She is looking forward to meeting with you and supporting you in your health.
Our permanent locums & Long Term Care Practitioners
Dr. JM Blumenauer
Dr Kathryn Lefebvre
Dr. JM Blumenauer
Dr. JM Blumenauer moved to Cranbrook in 1980 after completing his family practice residency in London, Ontario and medical school in Kingston, Ontario. He has practiced full time family medicine since then and started a locum family practice 9 years ago. He also participates in Long Term Care at the local care facilities. He maintains an
Dr. JM Blumenauer moved to Cranbrook in 1980 after completing his family practice residency in London, Ontario and medical school in Kingston, Ontario. He has practiced full time family medicine since then and started a locum family practice 9 years ago. He also participates in Long Term Care at the local care facilities. He maintains an interest in the outdoors and enjoys recreation at his lot at Moyie Lake.
Dr. David Yamabe
Dr Kathryn Lefebvre
Dr. JM Blumenauer
Doc Dave came from windy southern Alberta in September of 2022 to enjoy the beautiful mountains and forests of BC. He was a family doctor for 36 years in Taber, AB before he moved to Cranbrook. He is working as a permanent locum here in the clinic on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays seeing urgent care issues. Doc Dave enjoys golfing, hi
Doc Dave came from windy southern Alberta in September of 2022 to enjoy the beautiful mountains and forests of BC. He was a family doctor for 36 years in Taber, AB before he moved to Cranbrook. He is working as a permanent locum here in the clinic on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays seeing urgent care issues. Doc Dave enjoys golfing, hiking, cycling and snowshoeing in the East Kootenays. He feels very welcomed by all the friendly patients that he has seen so far.
Dr Kathryn Lefebvre
Dr Kathryn Lefebvre
Dr Kathryn Lefebvre
Dr. Lefebvre moved to Cranbrook in 2016 after completing her residency in Family Medicine in Kelowna. She worked full time at the Green clinic until starting her family in 2020, and has since worked part-time as a locum while enjoying being able to spend time with her three young kids. She loves all things outdoors including hiking,
Dr. Lefebvre moved to Cranbrook in 2016 after completing her residency in Family Medicine in Kelowna. She worked full time at the Green clinic until starting her family in 2020, and has since worked part-time as a locum while enjoying being able to spend time with her three young kids. She loves all things outdoors including hiking, cross-country skiing, trail running, backcountry skiing, and most of all mountain biking. Clinically, she currently works as a long-term locum for the Green Clinic and also provides eating disorder care at Foundry. She is hoping to be able to practice breastfeeding medicine in the future and is currently gaining expertise in this field.
Dr. Greg Andreas
Dr. Greg Andreas
Dr Kathryn Lefebvre
Dr. Greg Andreas started his medical journey in an ambulance service in South Africa. He has enjoyed working in Manitoba and in Cranbrook. He believes in empowering people to live at their best regardless of where they are in life. System innovation and working with our communities frailest (with Long Term Care and Palliative patients) a
Dr. Greg Andreas started his medical journey in an ambulance service in South Africa. He has enjoyed working in Manitoba and in Cranbrook. He believes in empowering people to live at their best regardless of where they are in life. System innovation and working with our communities frailest (with Long Term Care and Palliative patients) are where his time is spent when not gardening, running or designing snow shovels.
Dr. Lauren Minty
Dr. Greg Andreas
Dr. Lauren Minty
Dr Lauren Minty was born and raised in rural Northwestern Ontario. She did her training at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine before completing her residency at McMaster University. She moved to Cranbrook in 2021 with her family and is loving all the opportunities to get outside, explore the trails and skiing in the Kootenays! She w
Dr Lauren Minty was born and raised in rural Northwestern Ontario. She did her training at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine before completing her residency at McMaster University. She moved to Cranbrook in 2021 with her family and is loving all the opportunities to get outside, explore the trails and skiing in the Kootenays! She works as a locum in clinic, but you will catch her regularly working as a part of the hospital and long term care team. With her second baby on the way, she will be taking a parental leave for a few months starting in the 2024 new year.
PCN professionals
Alyvia Jovanovic, Social Worker (PCN)
Our PCN Social Worker, Alyvia Jovanovic, is available by appointment on Tuesdays and Fridays through Practitioner referral. She helps individuals, couples and families navigate through barriers to accessing their social needs by providing information, advocacy, support and referrals for issues including:
Housing & Food Security
Mental Health & Substance Use
Medication & Medical Equipment
Financial Assistance
Disability benefit programs
Support Services for Seniors
Out of town medical appointments
Crisis & Trauma Support
Vulnerable children or adults
Advanced Care Planning
Josh Pelletier, RN (PCN)
Our PCN RN, Josh, offers a variety of services to patients at our clinic, including support with diabetes management, acute issues like cryotherapy, injections and suture removals, and assessments such as ABIs and Holter monitors.
Josh is originally from New-Brunswick and has been living in BC since 2010. He started his nursing career in Northern BC and has been in Cranbrook since 2022. In his spare time he enjoys cooking and adventuring outdoors: skiing, canoeing, biking and exploring the mountains and rivers.
Nico Brink, Mental Wellness Clinician (PCN)
Nico is available by appointment on Thursdays through Practitioner Referral. Nico provides proactive support and interventions, education, consultation, and referrals for clients experiencing mild to moderate mental health and substance use conditions, depression/ anxiety, and challenges affecting their health goals pertaining to lifestyle choices. After graduating as a clinical psychologist in South Africa in 2003, Nico worked in various in various in- and out-patient departments in addition to private practice for the past 17 years. Nico completed a certificate in mindfulness based interventions in 2015 and has run Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) programs for groups for the last 10 years.
Diana Zmijak, Occupational Therapist (PCN)
Diana Graduated from the University of British Columbia in 2003 with a B.Sc. in Occupational Therapy. She moved to Cranbrook after graduation and has been practicing in the East Kootenay’s since that time. Prior to that she was a Certified Dental Assistant in Vancouver.
She has worked in Community Home Health, Acute Care, Residential Care, Slow Stream Rehabilitation (Convalescent Care), as well as some Private Practice (ICBC, WorkSafe). She is currently working for the Primary Care Network/Urgent Care as well as MINT Memory clinic. She has experience working with a diverse population in various settings.
She is passionate about continuing her education and is always striving to upgrade her skills and knowledge in order to best help her clients.
When she’s not learning, she can be found in the Community Forest or out in nature, walking, running or hiking.
Diana is available through referral from your Primary Practitioner for a variety of services.
Residency program
Teaching for medical students and residents in the UBC Faculty of Medicine is provided in this office through preceptors Dr Ken Brown and Dr Ryck Schielke.
Primary care network
A Primary Care Network (or PCN) is a group of health care providers working closely together within a community to improve overall care for patients in that community. As part of the PCN, during your appointment with your Family Physician or Nurse Practitioner, you may see a Nurse, Social Worker, Pharmacist or other care team member who is an employee of the Primary Care Network. By expanding our team to include Health Authority employees we will increase access to health care services and improve the quality of care you receive. For more information, please visit www.gpscbc.ca/info-sharing.