Kamloops General Surgeons are surgical specialists who treat a broad range of diseases and injuries.
Dr. Barton completed her undergraduate training, medical degree, and surgical residency at the University of Alberta. She is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada and the American College of Surgeons. She has been practicing general surgery at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) since 2007. She has an interest in thyroid disease. She has a busy breast practice in which she employs oncoplastic techniques, working closely with local plastic surgeons.
She is actively involved in the UBC General Surgery Residency Training Program and the Site Director for residents in Kamloops
Dr. Barton also has an interest in global surgical care, and how to provide appropriate breast cancer care to populations in low-income countries as well as rural parts of Canada.
“Dr. Barton is a compassionate, understanding, intuitive, as well as a very skilled and knowledgeable surgeon. She is a good communicator, thorough, and makes sure all your questions are answered in an unhurried way. I was very thankful she did my thyroid surgery this February. I highly recommend her!”
Dr. Baughan has practiced at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) since 2003. He is a team leader for the Enhanced Recovery After Colon Surgery initiative, and involved on the RIH trauma committee.
Dr. Baughan completed his Bachelor of Medical Science, Medical School, and General Surgery Residency at the University of Alberta. He is currently a Clinical Instructor with the University of British Columbia.
He is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and a Fellow of the American College of Surgeons. He practices a broad range of general surgery at Royal Inland Hospital. His clinical areas of interest include complex hernias and minimally invasive surgery.
“Because cancer cells were found, I had a double mastectomy done in October. As expected I was really scared. I found Dr. Baughan to be extremely companionate, knowledgeable about what I was facing. He was always available to answer any questions my family and I had. After my last checkup with him, he told me that he will always be there if I just needed to talk. He was a Godsend to me.”
“Dr. Hiebert did a rather unexpected cholecystectomy on Friday. During times when our healthcare system is critically failing. I’d had no symptoms up until having to go to hospital on Friday. Dr. Hiebert’s care, compassion and skill are outstanding. I’ve been a nurse for many years, and seeing the respect he has for not just the patient is so admirable. Would highly recommend Dr. Hiebert to anyone.”
“I ended up in ER and was hospitalized waiting for surgery. I was very nervous about surgery but my nervousness was really put to ease by Dr. Jonker. She explained everything, was very professional and very compassionate. I felt she really cared. I felt extremely confident that she was being thorough and in her abilities as a surgeon. I felt I was in good hands. After surgery, she was very encouraging regarding my healing and progress. I am very grateful for her care!”
Dr. Lim completed her Bachelor of Health Sciences (Honours) at the University of Calgary, medical school at the University of Alberta, General Surgery Residency at the University of Manitoba, and Trauma Surgery Fellowship at the University of Calgary.
She is a fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Lim began practicing general surgery at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) in 2022.
She has an interest in enhancing trauma care and education. She is an American College of Surgeons Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) Course Director and Instructor.
Dr. Just has been working as a general surgeon in Kamloops since 1996. He has a broad-based general surgery practice including minimally invasive surgery. He has a special interest in endocrine surgery including, thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal surgery. He also does other head and neck surgery including salivary gland tumours.
Dr. Just also has a keen interest in International Surgery and has been on over 35 volunteer international surgical mission trips to various sites around the world. In addition to performing surgeries, the main goal is working with local staff to build capacity.
“Dr. Just saved my life in a 6-1/2hr. surgery on June 5th. I am amazed that such a complicated situation was handled so efficiently. I was on life support for a number of days, followed by a stay in ICU and then as a patient on the surgical floor for a number of weeks. All was handled and overseen by Dr. Just was my post surgical check ups and care. He is there to listen and explain any and all facets of one’s ailment, and I for one am so grateful for this kind, competent and caring surgeon. He is ranked among the best! Thank you Dr. Just. I feel so fortunate to have had my care entrusted to this fantastic, talented surgeon.”
Dr. Wallace completed his undergraduate training in Mechanical Engineering at Queen’s University. He then attended Dalhousie University for medical school and the University of Alberta for a General Surgery Residency. He subsequently spent 2 years at the University of Ottawa for subspecialty, fellowship training in Colon and Rectal Surgery. He is currently working towards a Masters degree in Patient Safety and Clinical Human Factors at the University of Edinburgh.
Dr. Wallace is a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, the American College of Surgeons, and the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons. He practices general and colorectal surgery at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH). His clinical areas of interest include minimally invasive colorectal surgery and endoscopy. He is active in patient safety and quality improvement work. He is the Surgeon Champion for the National Surgery Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) and was the team leader for the Enhanced Recovery after Surgery initiative at RIH. He is the RIH site lead and the provincial co-lead for the Surgical Patient Optimization Collaborative. He is also the chair of the BC Cancer Agency Colorectal Surgical Tumour Group and the Surgical Clinical Lead for the BC Patient Safety and Quality Council.
“Great, great Doctor, who is very attentive, caring, and easy to talk with. Dr. Wallace performed 3 surgeries on my husband, one of which was an emergency. He was very informative and even came to talk with me very late in the evening after the surgery to keep me updated, which eased my many fears and concerns. A few months later I had another concern so I telephoned Dr. Wallace and he had a conversation with me right away, taking time from his busy schedule, which I really appreciated. I often think about the horrible situation my husband was in and how lucky we were to have had Dr. Wallace perform the surgery, I was very grateful for the wonderful care my husband received and still continue to be!!”
Former Physicians
Practice Closed
Dr. Kanji’s practice is now closed. If you were undergoing active treatment or surveillance by Dr. Kanji, you will have been contacted by the office with regards to appropriate follow-up and transfer of care. For any ongoing questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Stephanie Lim’s office at 778-471-8266 for assistance. Please note that Dr. Lim is not assuming responsibility for all of Dr. Kanji’s patients.
Practice Closed
Dr. Zerhouni’s practice is now closed. If you were undergoing active treatment or surveillance by Dr. Zerhouni, you will have been contacted by the office with regards to appropriate follow-up and transfer of care. For any ongoing questions or concerns, please contact Dr. Stephanie Lim’s office at 778-471-8266 for assistance. Please note that Dr. Lim is not assuming responsibility for all of Dr. Zerhouni’s patients.