BCCFP Circle of Impact Award Recipients December 2025

Through peer nominations, the Circle of Impact award honours family physicians excelling in teaching, advocacy, and community leadership across British Columbia.

Family physicians' contributions extend far beyond individual patient encounters. Whether through teaching, advocacy, leadership, or promoting equity in health care, their work creates positive changes that touch countless lives. The Circle of Impact honours these vital efforts, recognizing that when family physicians excel in their multifaceted roles, the benefits ripple through entire communities.

Empower: Excellence in Teaching Shapes the Next Generation

The Empower category celebrates family physicians who foster the next generation through teaching excellence, educational leadership, and mentorship that advances family medicine. Our recipients demonstrate the profound impact of investing in future family physicians.

• Dr. Ian Kirby was recognized for his humility and dedication to his peers. "What sets Dr. Kirby apart is his humility and dedication to his peers. Despite his senior rank and vast experience, he remains approachable and genuinely invested in the success of those he mentors."
• Dr. James Card was honoured for his commitment to the next generation. "Dr. Card deserves recognition for his dedication to the next generation of family doctors."
• Dr. Simon Moore was celebrated as "a generous mentor who supports learners with sincerity, humility, and genuine care. His guidance extends beyond clinical content to leadership, professionalism, and career development."

Advocate: Bold Leadership Drives System Change

The Advocate category recognizes family physicians who shape health policy and drive systems change, creating a more equitable, patient-centered health care system.

• Dr. Lorelei Johnson and Dr. Amy Cuthbertson were nominated together for their leadership in preserving and renewing maternity care that serves thousands of families every year. "Their calm, pragmatic leadership during COVID surges, staffing gaps, and system strain helped preserve the continuity of perinatal care for families who needed it most. It is the north star to which all leaders should strive to achieve."
• Dr. Goldis Mitra was recognized as "a phenomenal advocate and leader for health care system change both in our province and country, and she will be shaping health care policy for a more equitable and patient-centered health care system for decades to come."
• Dr. Jennifer Kask was honoured as "a well-respected family doctor - loved by her patients, appreciated and relied upon by her colleagues."

Connect: Community Leadership and Peer Support

The Connect category honours family physicians who serve as cornerstones of care, leading community health initiatives and fostering collaborative practices.

• Dr. Kraig Montalbetti was celebrated as "a leader and role model for his patients and colleagues."
• Dr. David Jerome "exemplifies this award through his service, humility, and ability to bring diverse communities together."
• Dr. Sukaina Kara was recognized as someone who "has been an amazing leader in the community and is highly deserving of this recognition."

BCCFP congratulates all eleven recipients and thanks their nominators for recognizing their invaluable contributions to family medicine across British Columbia.

Family physicians are invited to continue nominating colleagues whose excellence in teaching, advocacy, and community leadership deserves celebration here.