Rashmi (Medical Office Assistant)

Ayush ((Medical Office Assistant)

Angie (Medical Office Assistant)

Paige (Medical Office Assistant)

Carissa (Administration)

Kelly (Registered Nurse)

Kenny (Registered Nurse)

Dietician

Pharmacist

Social Worker

Social Worker

Krista (Nurse Practitioner)

Krista is elated to join this talented group of physicians and NPs at Valley Cedars Medical. She grew up in Ottawa and completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing with honours in 2005. Since then, she has traveled for her musician partner and has had the opportunity to work at multiple different tertiary Paediatric hospitals across the country, primarily focused in critical care and emergency department. She knew she wanted to expand her knowledge and skill set incredibly early in her BScN studies and planned to eventually become a nurse practitioner. Krista completed her graduate studies and NP certification (all ages) with 7 children in tow – from Athabasca University in December 2020. She initially began her advanced practice as an NP at BC Children’s Hospital in both the emergency department followed by her other passion and niche of Paediatric Cardiology. Since then, has also completed advanced congenital heart defects course through the University of Toronto. Krista moved to Courtenay in April 2024 where she started her family practice in the village of Cumberland as of July 2024. She has enjoyed settling here and beginning to form roots with her husband, 9 children, and 2 pups. She loves everything outdoors and has enjoyed exploring this beautiful gift of land called Vancouver Island. 

Zoë (Nurse Practitioner)

Zoë Bosschaart is a Nurse Practitioner with nearly a decade of experience in preventative health and primary care. She is passionate about helping patients take a proactive approach to their health through disease prevention, early risk identification, lifestyle optimization, and evidence-informed care.

Throughout her career, Zoë has worked closely with patients to promote long-term wellness, manage chronic disease risk, and support healthy aging. She has a particular interest in functional health and believes in looking beyond symptoms to understand the whole person. Her approach is collaborative, compassionate, and tailored to each patient's unique health goals.

Outside of work, Zoë enjoys hiking with her dog, Louie, spending time outdoors, and exploring Vancouver Island with her husband and daughter. She also loves spending time with her family by the ocean and values a lifestyle that is grounded, active, and connected to nature.

Sara (Nurse Practitioner)

Karlee (Nurse Practitioner)

Karlee grew up in the Comox Valley, graduating from Mark R. Isfeld’s French Immersion program in 2011. Following graduation, she moved to Victoria, where she initially studied biochemistry before changing paths and completing her Bachelor of Science in Nursing at the University of Victoria.

After 10 years in Victoria working in acute care, Karlee returned home to the Comox Valley, where she has been working as a Registered Nurse with Community Health while completing her Master of Science in Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner degree.

Karlee is passionate about upstream primary care, with a special interest in women’s health. She is beyond excited to join this amazing team of providers and contribute to ensuring Comox Valley residents have access to high-quality, compassionate primary care. As a new Nurse Practitioner, she looks forward to building relationships with her patients, learning alongside them, and growing together as a team.

When Karlee isn’t studying, you can find her mountain biking, hiking, and soaking up all that the Comox Valley has to offer with her husband and daughter.

Maja (Nurse Practitioner)

Maja Stairs, MSN, NP(F), is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with a Master of Nursing-Nurse Practitioner and Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Victoria, as well as specialty certification in Critical Care Nursing. 

With over a decade of nursing experience, including nine years in intensive care, she has developed a robust foundation in advanced assessment, clinical decision-making, and managing complex health conditions. Maja’s experience in family practice encompasses delivering primary care throughout the lifespan, particularly for individuals aged 55 and older. Additionally, she has worked in acute care, managing medically complex patients facing discharge challenges with a focus on advancing age, stroke and orthopedics. 

Maja believes high-quality primary care is built on genuine patient-provider relationships and evidence-based, individualized care. Her approach focuses on preventative health, lifestyle optimization, and comprehensive chronic disease management.

Outside of work, she enjoys exploring local trails and beaches and taking part in community activities with her family.

Dr Thompson (Physician)

Adam Is originally from the UK, where he trained and worked as a Family Physician for 11 years. He moved directly to the Comox Valley in 2011 with his wife Emma and 2 boys, taking over the practice of Dr Fitzpatrick.  Emma is a psychotherapist, and his two boys are both now at University in Kelowna. 

He worked at Courtenay Medical Associates until its closure in 2026. Alongside Paul, he is one of the founding Directors of Valley Cedars Medical.

Adam strongly believes that building a positive team based culture in the clinic will deliver the best care for all our  patients. 

Alongside being a Family Physician, he has also served in a number of Medical Leadership positions over the years -  locally as Chair of the Division of Family Practice and Chair of the Comox Valley Primary Care Network. Provincially  he has served as Chair of the Board of Directors of Doctors of BC, and President of Doctors of BC in 2026. He will be back working full time family medicine from 2027.

Outside of work Emma and Adam enjoy mountain biking on the Cumberland trails, walking their dogs and in the winter skiing on Mount Washington and other BC ski hills. Adam also does some backcountry skiing. 

Dr Neumann (Physician)

Dr Neumann practices medicine with both the logic of science and the sparkle of humanity. He was born in Hawaii, raised in Oregon and has treated patients in over 30 countries. His training includes undergraduate studies in biochemistry, a Doctorate in Medicine, a Family Medicine Residency and Tropical Medicine training. Prior to training in medicine he held a variety of jobs including wild-lands firefighter, mill worker and massage therapist.

He is blessed with four children and a wonderful wife. When not using his stethoscope, he can be found outside exploring and photographing the wonders of our beautiful island.

Dr Warren (Physician)

Joining October 1, 2026

Dr Louis Warren MBBS MRCGP PG Cert (ME) CCFP RAMC (Ret’d)

Louis’ experience as a Family Physician spans from his time in the British Army to working in the UK National Health Service and in healthcare management. He provided General Practice care to the British Forces and their families in a variety of postings in the UK and Overseas, including on Operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Nigeria.

Louis was a GP Trainer in the UK and whilst focused primarily as a Family Physician, he has a breadth of professional experience, including Pre-Hospital Emergency Care, Healthcare Management and Clinical Governance. Louis has worked in civilian and military practices, Urgent Care Centres and as a Medical Director for Urgent and Community Care in the UK.

Louis, along with his wife, Lucy (a Dental Surgeon in the UK and now a Medical Assistant), and their two children, George and Rosie, settled in the Comox Valley having moved from Cornwall in the South West of England, 4 and half years ago. They continue to embrace and celebrate the work and lifestyle in the Comox Valley, with all that it offers, mirroring much of the picturesque and beautiful landscapes that are also characteristic of the Cornish life they once shared. 

Dr Beanie Merson

Joining Summer 2027

Beanie was born and raised on a farm in the north of England. She completed her undergraduate degree in Biology at the University of Nottingham, with a focus on genetics and crop science. After a few years of working and travelling, she decided to pursue medicine and completed her medical degree (MBBS) at Newcastle University.

Beanie began her medical career in Cumbria, working as a junior doctor in rural northern England. She initially trained in Emergency Medicine before discovering her passion for family practice. She went on to complete her Family Medicine training in practices across the north of England, where she particularly enjoyed the variety of medicine and the opportunity to build lasting relationships with patients and their families, something she is excited to continue doing on the Island. 

Beanie and her husband first fell in love with British Columbia on their honeymoon. After many holidays exploring BC, they are excited to finally make the move in 2027 and call Vancouver Island home.

Outside of medicine, Beanie enjoys mountain biking, running, hiking and gardening. She has a particular passion for nature and conservation and has been involved in wildlife protection and habitat restoration projects in the UK, which she hopes to continue in BC.