KB DIVISION - Key Persons
Aalia Chatur joined the Division in January 2020 as one of two Primary Care Network (PCN) Managers. She has a Masters of Public Health and has spent 10 years establishing and managing primary care, health systems strengthening and medical supply chain projects in international and local settings.
In her previous role with the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), Aalia led the end-to-end design and roll-out of a primary care expansion strategy to establish 30 primary care centres across Tanzania - from facility design, to business model and clinical operations. Thereafter, she worked at Doctors of BC on the Shared Care Polypharmacy Risk Reduction Initiative. In her most recent role, Aalia relocated back to East Africa to establish and run the Country Office for Results for Development (R4D), while leading a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation project to increase access to essential medicines nationally. As R4D's Tanzania Country Manager, she facilitated dozens of partnerships with government institutions, UN agencies, international development agencies, and community and private sector partners.
Aalia is most energized when active outdoors and traveling with people she loves. In her free time, she enjoys discovering new coffee shops, reading, photography, yoga and playing with her dog.
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- Team Lead / PCN Learning Lab Project Lead
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- Primary Care Network & Projects Assistant
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- Communications Coordinator - PCN
Andrea Creamer is an experienced community organizer with a Masters of Visual Studies from the University of Toronto, and currently holds the role of PCN Community Engagement Coordinator with Burnaby Primary Care Networks. She has held programming, outreach, engagement, and facilitator roles with a number of not-for-profits, arts organizations, and at Simon Fraser University in the Vancity Office of Community Engagement. She is passionate about the intersection of politics, urbanization, community-based art practices, and is invested in creating equitable opportunities for systemic and social change through the arts.
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- Chapter Coordinator / Gabriola Island
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- Shared Care Project Manager
Azra joined the Burnaby Division in May 2020 as a Practicum student evaluating the Burnaby Central Park Covid-19 Testing Site. As she completed her Masters of Public Health program, she continued working with the Division as a consultant offering program evaluation and coordination services. In October 2021, she transitioned into the role of a Project Coordinator for the Division.
Azra is passionate about community service and promoting health equity for marginalized populations. She currently supports arts- based research with newcomers to Burnaby and women living with HIV globally. In her free time, she enjoys connecting with family and friends, practicing yoga and going to the gym.
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- Chapter Coordinator / Long Beach
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- Interim Regional Manager, Vancouver Island
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- Member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
- Board Finance Committee ( Chair ) Board Member
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- Executive Director - Division
Daphne is pleased to be working with the Chilliwack Division's Board, Members, and partner organizations to promote extraordinary primary health care services in Chilliwack and the eastern Fraser Valley. She comes to the Division with a PhD in health science research, previously focusing on health services' improvement and evaluation for maternal and newborn care at both the local level and internationally. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, cooking dinner with friends and playing marathon rounds of Settlers with her kids.
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- Project Manager, PCN and PMH Initiatives
Dino joined the Division in August 2020 with an extensive career in Industrial and Process Engineering, Architectural Design, and Portfolio Management. Originally from South Africa, he has been responsible for design and construction, and has led the implementation of whole communities. With key roles in workflow processes, Dino brings creativity and resilience to the Project Manager role, with a flair for people motivation.
In his free time, he is either traveling, biking, hiking, or waiting to travel.
Dr. Birinder P.S. Narang (B.Sc. MBBS (Hons) CCFP) is a notable medical professional and influential community leader. He is a trusted industry trailblazer and an incredibly important member of both the medical community and larger community in the lower mainland and Canada.
His expansive professional career has taken him in many directions, assuming multiple roles. For one, is a Clinical Assistant Professor with the Department of Family Practice at the University of British Columbia, a Medical Contributor for Global BC and CKNW 980, and a Family Physician for the REACH Community Health Centre. His innate leadership qualities have led him to taking on the role of Chair for the Board of Directors at Burnaby Divisions of Family Practice, as well as the Steering Committee for the South Asian COVID-19 Task Force where he also co-founded the ‘This Is Our Shot' Vaccine Confidence Campaign across Canada.
Dr. Narang is the recipient of many awards for his impeccable work ethic and dedication to his craft. In 2021, he received the College of Family Physicians of Canada's Award of Excellence. The BC College of Family Physicians also awarded him three awards: the First Five Years of Practice Award, College Coin Honour, and Exceptional Teacher Honour. Dr. Narang is a part of many medical and non-medical publications and has appeared in countless interviews,
More than anything, Dr. Narang is a community champion of health, advocacy, and culture. Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Narang has played a pivotal role in the dissemination of resources, support, and health information to the community and has quickly become a trusted, reliable health source for his community members. He is keen on diversifying current health systems, such as providing bilingual health documents and adapting community cultural programs and often volunteers his time to do so.
While many know Dr. Narang for his medical and advocacy work, he is also a memorable cultural personality within the South Asian community. He is a professional "Dhol" drum player, lover of music and Punjabi culture, and passionate about supporting young professionals and entrepreneurs.
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- Member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
- Policy Committee ( Chair )
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- Co - Chair of the Board
- Member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
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- Vice - Chair of the Board
Dr. Forson Chan (MD, CCFP) is a longitudinal family physician and the co-founder for Oakmount Medical in Burnaby. His community impact extends to the Metrotown UPCC and consultative services for adults with ADHD. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Chan plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of medicine as a clinical instructor at the UBC Faculty of Medicine, where he actively imparts his knowledge to the next generation of medical professionals.
Dedicated to healthcare advocacy, Dr. Chan also serves as a district delegate on the Board of Directors for BC Family Doctors. He is also engaged on the steering committee for Burnaby's Shared-Care project on substance use. Dr. Forson Chan's career reflects a commitment to patient care, medical education, and addressing community health challenges. He seeks to empower family physicians to do what they do best: providing excellent patient care.
Dr. Jennifer Moore, a dedicated and experienced practitioner, has been a stalwart figure in Burnaby's healthcare landscape since 1994. Specializing in longitudinal family medicine, with a particular focus on obstetrics, Dr. Moore has witnessed the evolution of healthcare in Burnaby firsthand. A pivotal member of the Board of the Burnaby Division from its early stages, Dr. Moore played a key role in shaping the organization and has continued to contribute actively even after completing their term in 2017.
Dr. Moore is currently involved in various committees, including the Hastings Brentwood LLT, the PMH, and the PCN steering committees. This commitment reflects her ongoing dedication to the healthcare initiatives in Burnaby. Furthermore, she has been a driving force behind a Shared Care project on mental health, demonstrating a profound commitment to healthcare solutions.
Having attended the Leadership and Management Development Program through the FPSC during her previous tenure on the Board, she brings a wealth of knowledge and a strategic mindset to her role. This unique combination of formal training and practical experience positions her as an ideal candidate for continued service.
Beyond the professional realm, she is deeply passionate about her vocation and the Burnaby community. Her interactions with community players and health authority figures have enriched her understanding and strengthened her vision for the well-being of Burnaby residents.
I was honored to be asked to apply for the position on the BDFP Board of Directors. Although in the twilight of my medical career,I continue to be interested in the administration side of general medicine. The BDFP has been remarkably helpful in assisting and supporting our medical practice in North Burnaby. I have been and remain an enthusiastic supporter of locally centered medical GP support organizations. I feel those organizations are essential to ongoing success of Rural/Urban family practices.I am interested in serving on the BDFP Board of Directors. Having practiced in Burnaby since 1974, I certainly bring a historical perspective and understanding to the table. I have a wide experience in committee work having served as chairman of the pediatric department of Burnaby Hospital in the 1980s. I was chairman of the pharmacy committee for Fraser Health for many years and in that capacity also served as a general member of the BC pharmacycommittee. In addition, I worked with CADTH in Ottawa for 2 years reviewing the use of proton pump inhibitors in Canada. I would be pleased to accept a position on the BDFP Board of Directors, if offered.
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- Member of the Board
- Member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
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- Chairman of the Board
- Clinical Assistant Professor at the UBC Faculty of Medicine
- Co - Founder and Medical Director of Mango Medical Clinic
- Family Physician in the Metrotown Neighbourhood of Burnaby
Dr. Leo Dai (MD, CCFP) is a Family Physician in the Metrotown neighbourhood of Burnaby. With a strong dedication to his field, he has actively contributed to the Burnaby Division of Family Practice since 2015, displaying a commitment to assuming greater leadership responsibilities within the organization in order to advance its vision, mission and values.
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- Co - Chair of the Board
- Member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
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- Director
- Member of the Board
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- Member of the Board
- Physician Lead
As a current Burnaby resident who was born and raised in the city, it has always been important to me to give back to the community that has given so much to me. I am a Family Medicine Physician that currently practices at multiple clinics in Burnaby, which includes an outpatient clinic, a residential care facility, and an urgent care clinic. I am also a locum Hospitalist at Langley Memorial Hospital. My diverse roles and my training have shown me the importance of preventive medicine to help patients change their lifestyles to live longer and healthier lives. In order to accomplish this, I have also learnt that it is necessary for our profession to have a strong support system, which is why the work of the Burnaby Division of Family Practice is so important.
I am a hard worker who is dedicated to help our community and feel that my unique experiences and strong understanding of the community will allow me to be a valuable contributor as a Board Director with the Burnaby Division of Family Practice
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- Patient Attachment Coordinator
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- Director, PCN and PMH Initiatives
- Director, Primary Care Network & Patient Medical Homes
Erica joined the team in April 2015. Erica is a Public Health graduate with global and local work experience. Her work has involved research coordination and management in the area of chronic disease, as well as monitoring and evaluation activities for improving HIV/AIDS and TB programming.
She is now the Director of Primary Care Networks & Patient Medical Homes.
In her free time, Erica enjoys hiking with her dogs and spending time with her friends and family.
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- Project Coordinator / Long Beach
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- Executive Director
- Health Care Leader
Georgia Bekiou is an accomplished health care leader with over 20 years of senior leadership experience in government and public-sector organizations, specializing in health care and population health at the community level. Prior to her current role as Executive Director, she was the Executive Lead for the Family Practice Services Committee (FPSC), a joint initiative of Doctors of BC and the BC Ministry of Health, transforming the delivery of primary care services in communities across BC. Georgia has also held leadership roles in Fraser Health (FH), FH South Asian Health Institute (SAHI), Ministry of Health, Ministry of Advanced Education, and Ministry of Education.
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- Communications Coordinator - PCN
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- Acting Executive Director
- Acting Executive Director / Regional Manager ( on Pause )
Most of our communities have a local part-time coordinator and/or administrative assistant supporting their local planning and initiatives.
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- Information Technology Coordinator
Jaskirat joined the Burnaby Division in May 2020 as an Information Technology Coordinator. He has expertise in Computer Science, having recently completed a post-graduate degree from Douglas College. He is also a graduate of Punjabi University, Patiala, India. Jaskirat enjoys living in British Columbia and is excited to be working with the Division.
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- Executive Director ( Interim )
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- Hospital Care Program Coordinator
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- Interim Executive Director
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- Senior Communications Manager
- Communications
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- Program Manager / Continuing Professional Development
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- Shared Care Projects Coordinator
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- Pathways Provincial Administrator
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- Communications Coordinator
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- Member of the Board
- Director / Chilliwack Division
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- Member of the Finance Committee
- Board Development Committee
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- Division Coordinator / Office Manager
- Office Manager / Division Coordinator
Leona joined the Burnaby Division in September 2013 as a part-time administrative assistant and quickly took on additional responsibility. She is currently the Office Manager and Division Coordinator. Leona brings more than 25 years administrative support experience in such diverse industries as non-profit, recreation, recruiting and academia. Her most recent roles included communications manager with the BC Chiropractic Association and office manager with Habitat for Humanity Greater Vancouver.
Leona's passions include events, social media and opportunities to connect with members. In her free time, she enjoys music, movies, volunteering and impromptu adventures with friends and family.
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- Administrative Coordinator - Shared Care
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- Project Administrator, CME & MOA Program Coordinator
Manny joined the Burnaby Division in October 2017 as the Project Administrator. She worked at the BC Patient & Quality Council from 2011 to 2017 as the Program Assistant. She brings more than 15 years' experience in office administration and customer service. She also served as an executive assistant for the Thames Valley Chamber of Commerce in the UK. Her office administration skills are combined with experience in employee training. Manny holds a Business Administration Diploma from CDI College.
Manny is a mom to two boys and in her spare time loves traveling and being with her family.
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- Executive Assistant - Division
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- Manager, Transformation Partnerships
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- Project Coordinator - PCN
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- PCN Communications Coordinator
- Writer
Melissa Sharp is a writer, mediamaker, and communicator on xʷməθkwəy̓əm (Musqueam), Skwxwú7mesh (Squamish) and Səl̓ílwətaʔ/Selilwitulh (Tsleil-Waututh) lands. She joined the Division in June 2022 as the Communications Coordinator for the Burnaby Primary Care Networks. She comes with experience in university-community engagement, public relations, program coordination, event planning, and multimedia production.
Michel is a professional and skilled Executive Director with a wide array of skills and experiences in leading and managing organizations. He worked as the executive director of Burnaby Family Life for 7 years and that is where he connected with the work of the Division of Family Practice as he represented community agencies at the Primary Care Network steering committee. Michel is a passionate advocate for the needs of the most vulnerable members in our community with a strong track record of developing community partnerships. He is now the executive director of The Children's Foundation and continues to work to develop programs and services to support children and families to navigate through complex challenges.
Ron retired from the Burnaby School District after 35 years in the roles of teacher, counsellor, and administrator. His vast experience included managing and supporting Physical and Health Education, Safe and Healthy Schools, as well as the Healthy Schools directives for school cafeterias and hot lunch programs.
He is an active member of the Healthy Community Partnership which includes Fraser Health Authority, the City of Burnaby, the Burnaby School District and the Burnaby Division of Family Practice.
Now retired, Ron's commitment to bettering the Burnaby community has brought him to his role as the Community Director on the Board of Directors. His voice aids in improving the comprehensive health of Burnaby residents and the medical systems that support that health from birth to old age.
Natasha is a Master of Public Health graduate of Simon Fraser University. She has previously worked on an initiative to promote equitable extreme weather response in Burnaby. Natasha joined the Division in June 2023 as a Project Coordinator.
Natasha is especially passionate about promoting planetary health and mental health. In her free time, she reads, runs and hikes, and spends time with her snake (Simon) and cat (Wilson).
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- Senior Manager, Primary Care Transformation
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- Member of the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Committee
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- Chapter Coordinator / Pemberton
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- Project Manager - Division
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- Primary Care Network Manager - PCN
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- Recruitment & Retention and Data Management Coordinator
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- Project Manager / Recruitment
Sanja joined the Burnaby division in June 2022 as a project coordinator. She brings many years of experience with her background in medicine, teaching medical undergrads at UBC, research experience with kids with autism and development delays, as well as working as a coordinator with the mobile team with Fraser Health during the pandemic.
She enjoys spending time with friends, her poodle benny and enjoying the outdoors with her teenage daughters.
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- Chapter Coordinator / Merritt
- Interim Attachment Coordinator
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- Project Coordinator - PCN
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- Manager, Provincial Divisions Initiative
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- Chapter Coordinator / Clearwater
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- Administrative Coordinator - CPD
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- Project Manager - Division
Veronica draws on several years of interdisciplinary inquiry, first in academic research, and more recently within health service delivery. As a Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) funded Masters student at McGill University, Veronica investigated the psychological effects surrounding pharmacological prescribing and the doctor-patient relationship. Through her epidemiological and clinical trial work with Simon Fraser University's Community Health Research Team, she had the privilege of listening to the experiences of many people dealing with chronic disease, or more broadly, their lives. Through an intersectional lens, she has lead implementation and evaluation work in secondary prevention telehealth programming with Fraser Health, among a wide array of public, private, and community partnership projects. Having joined the Burnaby Division of Family Practice in the throes of COVID-19, Veronica is thrilled to bring her insights into the broad reach of primary care. Happiest in the kitchen in the company of others, her wish is to promote wellness and build community through endeavours that nourish what we all share as humans.