Avalon Health Clinic

Our care team

Primary care, specialty care, and rehabilitation supported by a strong administrative team to provide coordinated, person-centred care with clear communication and support from first contact through follow-up.

Medical Team

Medical Director

General Internal Medicine

Physiatrist | Medical Aesthetics

Family Physician | Pain Management

Family Physician | Chronic Pain & Mobility Impairment

Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner

Nurse Practitioner

Rehabilitation Team

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapist

Physiotherapist

Speech-Language Pathologist

Registered Clinical Counsellor
and Registered Social Worker

Support Team

Chief Operating Officer

Director of Specialist Services

Director of Operations

Director of People & Organizational Services

Medical Office Assistant

Dr. Dennis Y. Kim

Dr. Dennis Y. Kim, MD, MMED, FRCSC, FACS

Medical Director

Dr. Dennis Y. Kim is a double board-certified general and critical care surgeon, certified by both the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and the American Board of Surgery. He is a Clinical Professor in the Division of General Surgery at UBC and Medical Director for Surgical Services at Vancouver Island Health Authority (VIHA), where he leads clinical programs and practises as a trauma surgeon and intensive care (ICU) physician. Dr. Kim has held academic leadership roles at UCLA and has authored over 190 publications in trauma and critical care, making significant contributions to the education of health care professionals. He also hosts the Trauma ICU Rounds podcast, helping clinicians understand the physiology and reasoning behind care decisions and apply evidence in practice. His work spans the full trajectory of acute illness and recovery, addressing patient needs that extend beyond a single discipline or setting.
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Dr. Theo Jankowski, MD, FRCPC

General Internal Medicine

Dr. Theo Jankowski is a General Internist and Addiction Medicine physician. He completed his MD, residency, and fellowship in General Internal Medicine at the University of British Columbia (UBC). He also completed a clinical fellowship in Addiction Medicine at the BC Centre on Substance Use. He is a Clinical Instructor in the Division of General Internal Medicine at UBC and works as a consultant in Addiction Medicine in Island Health. Dr. Jankowski aims to provide patient-centred, flexible approaches to care while adhering to evidence-based principles. His clinical focus is in the management of complex and interacting medical conditions that require specialist care. He also has an interest in the treatment of alcohol use disorder and its related medical conditions.
Dr. Mariam Washington

Dr. Mariam Washington, DO

Physiatrist | Medical Aesthetics

Dr. Mariam Washington is a physiatrist, a physician specializing in physical medicine and rehabilitation, who helps people restore function, manage pain, and regain independence after injury or illness. She earned her Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine from Western University of Health Sciences and completed her residency at UT Health San Antonio. She is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation and the American Board of Electrodiagnostic Medicine. Her expertise includes nerve and muscle testing (EMG), musculoskeletal rehabilitation, and targeted treatments for migraine and persistent pain, including image-guided injections and nerve blocks. Her experience spans inpatient rehabilitation and community practice, with contributions to research and medical education. At Avalon, Dr. Washington works collaboratively with patients and the interdisciplinary team to develop coordinated care plans that support recovery, independence, and a return to the activities that matter most.
Dr. Ian Hyams

Dr. Ian Hyams, MD

Family Physician | Pain Management

Dr. Ian Hyams is a family physician with more than three decades of experience, focusing on chronic pain, complex chronic conditions, and procedural medicine, including interventional pain procedures. He draws on an extensive functional medicine background to support rehabilitation for patients with complex central sensitization disorders, including fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, migraine, and temporomandibular pain. He has worked in South Africa, US, UK, and Canada. His experience includes research at the Cheney Clinic, NHS consultancy at the Essex Neuroscience Centre, clinical leadership of the Complex Chronic Diseases Program, and serving as Medical Director of a Port Moody clinic. Dr. Hyams is a Clinical Instructor at UBC and a Medical Advisor for the MEFM Society of British Columbia. His practice also includes men’s and women’s health, medical weight management, and clinical nutrition. He brings a collaborative approach to helping patients manage persistent symptoms, maintain function, and navigate care for complex health needs.
Dr. Greg Siren

Dr. Greg Siren, MD, FCFP

Family Physician | Chronic Pain & Mobility Impairment

Greg is a family physician with a focused practice in chronic pain and mobility impairment. His work draws on decades of experience exploring how anatomy and movement relate to pain and everyday function. He developed myoActivation®, a structured assessment and non-pharmaceutical treatment approach for acute and chronic pain. He also created its curriculum and practical training, delivered through the Anatomic Medicine Foundation to physicians, nurse practitioners, physiotherapists, and other healthcare professionals. Greg earned his medical degree from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland in 1987 and is a Fellow of the College of Family Physicians of Canada. He founded The myo Clinic in Victoria and co-founded CHANGEpain Clinic in Vancouver. His contributions have been recognized with the Vancouver Medical Association’s 2019 Primus Inter Pares award and the BC College of Family Physicians’ 2026 Empower – Circle of Impact award. At Avalon, Greg brings myoActivation® expertise to our interdisciplinary care team.
Kate Corbett

Kate Corbett, MScN, MN-NP

Nurse Practitioner

Kate is a Nurse Practitioner driven by providing high quality, patient-centered and trauma-informed primary care to her patients and their families across the lifespan. Kate provides health assessments, diagnosis and illness treatment, chronic disease management, preventive care, and informed health education. She has deep emergency room expertise as well as wellness, cancer centre, and medication safety experience. Kate builds trust by providing compassionate, tailored, evidence-based care, grounded in shared decision making, where every patient is respected and supported. She enjoys working with patients from a variety of backgrounds as well as those from specialized groups including military personnel, indigenous patients and patients experiencing age related reproductive changes. She excelled in her Bachelor's, Masters, and NP programs - graduating with highest distinction. Kate is excited to join Avalon and to support your health and well-being and that of our community.
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Debbi Beukes, MScN, MN-NP

Nurse Practitioner

Debbi has more than three decades of nursing experience in adult and paediatric critical care, clinical education, leadership, and care coordination. Her career spans South Africa, the Middle East, and Canada, with experience establishing intensive care and cardiac rehabilitation programs. She holds a Master of Nursing–Nurse Practitioner from the University of Victoria and a Master of Science in Nursing from Walden University. She has taught at the British Columbia Institute of Technology, UVic, and Camosun College. At Island Health, her work included intensive care, staff education, and care coordination within palliative and end-of-life services. She previously served as president of the Vancouver Island Chapter of the Canadian Association of Critical Care Nurses and received the 2026 Caring Spirit Award from the Victoria Hospitals Foundation. Debbi brings a compassionate, trauma-informed, and culturally sensitive approach to primary care at Avalon.
Rebecca Wisted

Rebecca Wisted, BScN, RN, MN-NP

Nurse Practitioner

Rebecca is a nurse practitioner with experience in acute medicine, chronic wound management, and palliative care. She holds a Master of Nursing–Nurse Practitioner and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Dalhousie University. Her nursing career includes Victoria General Hospital, Toronto General Hospital, and CFB Esquimalt, supporting adults with complex acute and chronic conditions. Her advanced clinical training spans community primary care, paediatric services, and cardiology, with a focus on assessment, diagnosis, chronic disease management, and care across the lifespan. She has also served in charge nurse and team lead roles and supported nursing students and newly hired nurses. At Avalon, Rebecca works collaboratively with patients and the interdisciplinary team to support prevention, continuity, and coordinated care.
Jill Boa

Jill Boa, MScAPT

Physiotherapist

Jill has extensive experience in neurological rehabilitation and recovery after critical illness and complex surgery. Through her work at Island Health and Vancouver General Hospital, she has supported patients from early hospital care through intensive rehabilitation, including those recovering from stroke, brain injury, and spinal cord injury. She holds a Master of Science (Applied) in Physical Therapy from McGill University and an honours Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from Western University. She supports clinical teaching in UBC's Master of Physical Therapy program and has pursued continuing education in neurological and vestibular rehabilitation, respiratory care, and manual wheelchair seating and mobility. She is also completing additional training in pelvic health physiotherapy, with a particular interest in neurological changes affecting pelvic function. At Avalon, Jill combines evidence-based functional rehabilitation with attention to each person’s priorities, helping patients build independence and return to activities that matter to them.

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Nick Olsen

Nick Olsen, MPT

Physiotherapist

Nick is a physiotherapist supporting people with musculoskeletal conditions, chronic pain, and osteoarthritis. Born and raised in Victoria, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria and a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from McMaster University. His clinical training spans outpatient practice, primary care, emergency care, and neurological rehabilitation. He has supported people living with Parkinson’s disease, helped deliver exercise classes for knee and hip osteoarthritis, and contributed to falls-prevention programming with Six Nations Health Services. His evidence-based approach combines hands-on treatment, exercise, and patient education to help patients move with less pain and build confidence and independence. At Avalon, Nick works with patients and the interdisciplinary team to set meaningful goals and support recovery in the community, helping patients return to the activities that matter to them.

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Jacob Perich

Jacob Perich, MScPT, AT, CSCS, CAFCI

Physiotherapist

Jacob's practice has a clinical focus on chronic pain, shoulder conditions, and lower back pain. Raised on Vancouver Island, he holds a Master of Science in Physiotherapy from University College Dublin and a bachelor’s degree in Athletic and Exercise Therapy from Camosun College. He is a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist and is trained in intramuscular stimulation (IMS). He has experience in musculoskeletal and post-surgical rehabilitation and founded Pacific Pain Centre, a virtual chronic pain practice. He also provides education for patients and clinicians, including guest lectures at Camosun College. Jacob combines detailed assessment, clear explanations, manual therapy, and graded exercise to develop treatment plans around each person’s needs and goals. At Avalon, he works with patients and the interdisciplinary team to support recovery, build confidence in movement, and help patients return to activities that matter to them.

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Erin Olsen

Erin Olsen, MPT

Physiotherapist

Erin has a passion for helping people participate and thrive in activities that are meaningful to them. She brings five years of hospital experience, including three and a half years in neurotrauma critical care, alongside work in acute care and subacute trauma and medical settings. Erin supports people recovering from critical illness, injury, and hospitalization, helping them rebuild strength, mobility, and confidence in everyday activities. Her collaborative, patient-centred approach combines evidence-informed, exercise-based care with creative problem-solving. She is excited to bring this perspective into a clinic setting and support patients in working towards their individual goals. Erin holds a Master of Physical Therapy from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Victoria. Outside of work, she enjoys recreational sports, reading non-fiction, and crafting.

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Alyson Kerr

Alyson Kerr, MA, RCC, RSW

Registered Clinical Counsellor and Registered Social Worker

Alyson supports children, teens, and adults with anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, relationships, and adjustment to illness, injury, or significant life changes. She also works with families navigating the emotional demands of caregiving. At Victoria General and Surrey Memorial hospitals, she has supported patients and families in intensive care, emergency, trauma, and neurological rehabilitation settings. She holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Yorkville University and a Bachelor of Social Work from UBC. Alyson draws on cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, solution-focused therapy, narrative therapy, mindfulness, and EMDR, tailoring her approach to each person’s priorities and goals. At Avalon, she works collaboratively with clients and the interdisciplinary team to address the challenges that can accompany changes in health and everyday life. Her approach emphasizes safety, choice, and practical support for meaningful change.

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Meaghan Delaney

Meaghan Delaney, MSc, RSLP

Speech-Language Pathologist

Meaghan has more than a decade of experience supporting adults with communication and swallowing difficulties. Her work with Island Health, Interior Health, Fraser Health, and NHS Scotland spans acute care, neurological rehabilitation, outpatient services, and community care. She brings extensive experience supporting people recovering from stroke and brain injury, and those living with neurological conditions. She holds a Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology and an honours bachelor’s degree in linguistics from the University of British Columbia. Her advanced qualifications include voice therapy and communication and swallowing assessment and management for people with tracheostomies. She also supports student learning as a UBC clinical educator. At Avalon, Meaghan works collaboratively with patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team to support safer swallowing, meaningful communication, and greater independence in daily life.

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Ami Gordon

Ami Gordon, Hon.BSc

Director of People & Organizational Services

Ami's background spans health care operations, workforce management, psychometric assessment, inclusive education, and accessibility, with experience managing a multi-site psychology clinic. She holds an Honours Bachelor of Science specializing in psychology research from the University of Toronto, a postgraduate certificate in Inclusive Education and Level B Assessment from Queen’s University, and has additional training in patient and family engagement in research. Ami is committed to helping patients and caregivers navigate complex systems and ensuring their perspectives inform services. She sits on the Greater Victoria Down Syndrome Society’s board, is a Spanish–English community interpreter with the Family Support Institute of BC, and served on the Minister’s Advisory Council for Children and Youth with Support Needs (MCFD). At Avalon, she shapes a collaborative workplace and care environment that respects patients’ and caregivers’ priorities and helps providers and staff find connection, purpose, and joy at work.
Alexis de Rosenroll

Alexis de Rosenroll, MScN

Chief Operating Officer

Alexis is a nurse and health care leader with experience in acute care, nephrology, health care leadership, and clinical practice management. She holds a Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Ottawa, where her research examined how caregivers participate in decisions about dialysis. She is the lead author of a published study on shared decision-making in kidney care, which received the Canadian Association of Nephrology Nurses and Technologists Journal Award. Her work highlights the importance of understanding patients’ values, supporting caregivers, and considering how treatment choices affect everyday life. At Avalon, Alexis leads clinic development and works across clinical and administrative teams to build the processes, communication, and coordination that support interdisciplinary care in practice. Her approach connects clinical knowledge, hands-on coordination, and strategic planning needed to make care easier to navigate for patients and more effective for providers.
Serena Gardner

Serena Gardner, DipDH, LDH, Cert C

Director of Operations

Serena brings more than two decades of clinical experience, grounded in patient-centred, trauma-informed care and a collaborative approach to practice. Her background includes clinical dental hygiene, sterilization, equipment and supply purchasing and procurement, and maintaining the systems that support safe, efficient care. Serena holds a Diploma in Dental Hygiene from Camosun College and is certified in local anaesthesia. She currently sits on the University of Victoria’s Continuing Competency in Dentistry Program Advisory Committee and the Provincial Dental Project Advisory Committee, supporting clinicians in applying research to practice and increasing access to dental care for underserved children and youth in BC. At Avalon, Serena works with clinical and operational leaders to strengthen quality and safety practices and coordinate procurement. Her work supports an interdisciplinary care environment where reliable processes, appropriate resources, and attention to patients’ experiences contribute to coordinated, compassionate care.
Jolene Milkowski

Jolene Milkowski, BScN, RN

Director of Specialist Services

Jolene is an experienced registered nurse and clinical leader with a strong background in trauma, acute care, complex patient care, and program development, with a passion for improving outcomes for patients and their families following serious injury and critical illness. Having played an integral role in the development of trauma services at Victoria General Hospital, Jolene understands the challenges patients face as they transition from hospital to home and navigate the road to recovery. She is committed to building innovative, patient-centred models of care that bridge gaps in the health care system, improve continuity of care, and ensure patients receive the support they need beyond the hospital. At Avalon, Jolene leads the development of services that support patients throughout their recovery journey and strengthen connections between hospital-based care, community services, and ongoing follow-up, helping patients and families feel supported long after discharge.

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Alex Miller

Alex Miller

Medical Office Assistant

Alex brings a warm, attentive approach to supporting patients, families, and the care team. Her previous work has included supporting family practice and maternity care through appointment coordination, welcoming new patients, preparation for examinations, and communication with other health care services. She trained in medical office administration at Sprott Shaw College and has completed additional training in youth mental health first aid, gender diversity, first aid and CPR, conflict resolution, and mental health in the workplace. She spent a year volunteering in a care and support community in the United Kingdom, living and working alongside residents and assisting with daily activities. At Avalon, Alex helps patients navigate appointments and clinic processes while supporting the coordination that takes place behind the scenes. She brings patience, clear communication, and attention to detail to her work, helping create a welcoming environment where patients feel comfortable asking questions and providers and staff feel supported.