The Division of Dermatology of the Vancouver Island Health Authority has an opportunity for a Dermatologist in Nanaimo.
Dermatologic services on Vancouver Island are currently provided in the cities of Courtenay, Nanaimo, and Victoria.
In Nanaimo, you will join one other medical dermatologist providing services to a referral population of 250,000. The patient population is quite varied with an emphasis on seniors, presenting with skin cancer. Local services include phototherapy and excellent plastic surgery expertise. Affiliation with the University of British Columbia’s Island Medical Program provides teaching opportunities to medical students and residents.
There is an opportunity to join a state-of-the-art Dermatology and Dermatology Surgery center.
Start Date: As soon as possible
Community Information: Nanaimo, population 90,000, is a growing and vibrant urban centre situated on the east coast of Vancouver Island, located approximately 100 kilometers north of Victoria and offers excellent access via commercial flights, float plane, or ferry to Vancouver. The community offers a wide variety of cultural and educational opportunities including the 800-seat waterfront Port Theatre and Vancouver Island University, and is adjacent to renowned private schools.
Nanaimo is the outdoor enthusiast’s paradise, providing year-round access to a wide array of recreational activities including kayaking, kiteboarding, windsurfing, mountain biking, hiking, running, and golfing. Nearby Mount Washington frequently boasts the deepest snowpack in North America, with excellent downhill, snowboarding, and cross-country skiing.
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