Allied Health Care Providers

In our clinic we work with Interior Health and their primary care network. This consists of a wonderful team of physiotherapy, social workers, nurse and the regional team of aboriginal coordination, respiratory, pharmacist, and dietician. Having this team based approach to your health care allows for faster service to improve your health care needs.

Annick, Regional Pharmacist

An interest in primary care practice was sparked for Annick during the early days of her entry-to-practice PharmD program, leading her to pursue her current role as British Columbia’s first primary care clinical pharmacist, as part of the Pharmacists in Primary Care Network (PCN) Program.

Following graduation, Annick obtained an Accredited Canadian Pharmacy Residency certification at Interior Health in 2020. Prior to her current role, Annick practiced as a clinical pharmacist at Kelowna General Hospital.

Annick is part of the Kootenay Boundary PCN and provides comprehensive initial and follow-up consultations to complex patients with the goals of identifying and resolving drug therapy problems, providing patient support and education and assisting them in meeting their health care goals.
Currently, Annick lives in Nelson, BC and is happy to have returned to a rural community as she is originally from a Francophone community in Northern Ontario. In Nelson, she continues to pursue her passions outside of work such as mountain biking, hiking, backcountry skiing, and reading.

Hannah, Occupational Therapist

Coming soon!

Riana, Occupational Therapist

Riana Downs, BHSc, MOT, is an Occupational Therapist with the Primary Care Network who is dedicated to helping people live well and participate in the activities that matter most to them. She works with adults experiencing physical, cognitive, and mental health challenges, supporting them to overcome barriers to everyday functioning and maintain independence.

Her areas of practice include chronic disease management, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, PTSD, fatigue, cognitive and memory concerns, falls prevention, healthy aging, and lifestyle management. Riana believes in a holistic, client-centered approach and works closely with individuals, families, healthcare providers, and community partners to support meaningful and sustainable health outcomes.

Having relocated to Nelson in 2025, Riana is excited to be part of a vibrant and connected community. She appreciates the unique lifestyle the Kootenays offer and enjoys spending her free time outdoors, whether hiking regional trails, finding treasures at local markets, or exploring the area’s natural beauty.

Katelyn, Physiotherapist

Katelyn joined Nelson Medical Clinic in 2020 as a Primary Care Physiotherapist. She received her Master in Physical Therapy at the University of Saskatchewan and Bachelor of Science from Clarkson University in NY State where she played DIV I Ice Hockey. Katelyn has vast experience working in many areas of physiotherapy including sports medicine, concussion, the aging population, pediatrics, adult neurology, and orthopedics among others. She has advanced education in vestibular rehabilitation, concussion/post-concussion management, manual therapy, Dry Needling, Chronic Pain, Pelvic Health, and CBT. Katelyn’s practice is centered on optimizing the health, wellness, and independence of her patients; working TOGETHER towards self-management and patient-centered goals. When not at work she enjoys playing hockey, softball, hiking, camping, and spending time on the water fishing and boating! Come see how physiotherapy can help you!

Larah, Registered Nurse

Coming soon!

Justin, Social Worker

With a fifteen year connection to Nelson, Justin was thrilled to join the Nelson Medical Clinic team as a Primary Care Network Social Worker in July 2020. Justin received his Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Toronto Metropolitan University, and his Bachelor and Master in Social Work Degrees from McMaster University. He is a registered social worker with the BC College of Social Workers. He has worked with youth, adults and seniors in several health authorities within Hamilton and Toronto in areas such as regional trauma, neurosurgery, general surgery, stroke, ICU, ED, and internal medicine. He has training in CBT, Trauma informed practice, Gentle Persuasive Approaches in Dementia Care, Applied Suicide Intervention Skills Training, Motivational Interviewing and Brief Action Planning. Justin feels fortunate to work within this community and always feels recharged by the natural surroundings.

Tara, Social Worker

Coming soon!