Internal Medicine

LIVE AND THRIVE: MEDICINE AND COMMUNITY IN TRAIL, BC

In the heart of the Selkirk and Monashee Mountains, Trail is surrounded by crystal-clear lakes and lush forests that are home to a variety of wildlife. Together with nearby Rossland, these two towns provide abundant opportunities to raise families, forge lasting friendships within the community, and get involved locally. Here, you’ll find a fulfilling career and an extraordinary lifestyle that nourishes your soul.

In Trail and Rossland, winter adventures become a part of your everyday life; that’s the life you can have when you live near Red Mountain Resort, a key destination on British Columbia’s legendary Powder Highway. Just imagine gliding through fresh Kootenay snow and soaring down steep slopes, minutes from your own front door.

You’ll find endless opportunities for outdoor adventure here. Hike Sunningdale or Miral Heights for breathtaking views. If you’re a mountain biker, you’ll love the singletrack trails; if you’re a water enthusiast, you’ll enjoy kayaking or paddle boarding on the numerous lakes that dot the landscape.

Hit the links at Birchbank, known for its sprawling greens, and jaw-dropping shifts in elevation. Challenge yourself at Champion Lakes’ vibrant fairways. Tee off at Redstone, where Les Furber’s artistic brilliance shines, enhanced by striking rock formations, tranquil streams, glistening ponds, and immaculate white silica bunkers.

With spectacular landscapes and affordable real estate, you’ll find the ideal setting to establish your roots. Trail and Rossland are perfect for raising families, with wide open spaces and supportive communities. Come and see for yourself—we can’t wait to welcome you to our neighbourhoods!

Are you ready to become an integral part of our dynamic healthcare team at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital as a dedicated rheumatologist? Here, your expertise can have a profound impact on those battling rheumatic diseases. We’re seeking a compassionate and skilled rheumatologist to deliver expert care to individuals with various rheumatologic conditions.

You’ll assume a pivotal role in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of a diverse range of rheumatic ailments, ensuring that patients receive the utmost quality of care. In the past, two local internists provided this service. With the area’s expansion, there’s now a growing need for a dedicated rheumatologist. As we embrace this new phase, the responsibilities of the practice are flexible, and your unique interests and priorities can influence the practice’s direction.

The current team of internists, who have been delivering rheumatology services to the community, will offer strong support to ensure a seamless transition and promote a cooperative working environment.

In this role, you will diagnose and treat patients dealing with a spectrum of rheumatic diseases, ranging from rheumatoid arthritis and lupus to osteoarthritis and gout. By conducting detailed patient assessments, which include meticulous reviews of medical histories and thorough physical examinations, you’ll formulate precise diagnoses. Leveraging your expertise, you’ll design and implement comprehensive treatment strategies encompassing medication management, lifestyle adjustments, and other therapeutic interventions.

You’ll interpret relevant diagnostic tests, such as imaging and laboratory analyses, to guide informed decision-making in diagnosis and treatment planning.

Your collaborative nature will shine as you work with diverse multidisciplinary teams, including fellow specialists, nurses, physical and occupational therapists. You’ll provide holistic patient care by fostering a team-based approach,…