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» Home » Byline: Date Only » Dr. Yonabeth Nava de Escalante

Dr. Yonabeth Nava de Escalante

By Alex Tsui | January 27, 2025

Program: Family Medicine, Rural Immersion
Location: Chetwynd/Tumbler Ridge
Year in Program: 1

What does the Faculty’s vision Transforming Health for Everyone mean to you as a resident doctor?

This vision means improving access to care and addressing health inequalities, especially in Indigenous and rural/remote communities. Our Rural Immersion program provides us with opportunities to become strong rural generalists. This benefits the community, as we can provide a broad range of medical services, therefore reducing the need for specialist referral. I have seen firsthand how much my presence has positively impacted the community where I live. I believe many of us will continue to serve these communities after graduation, which will be instrumental in further transforming our healthcare system into one that is more accessible and equitable for all.

What’s your favourite part about training in the community you’re in?

One of the best parts of training here is the variety of experiences I get in the clinic and the unpredictability of the emergency room. I have learned so much from the collegiality of the physicians, whose teamwork and mutual respect create a supportive environment. The preceptors are amazing — they are always willing to teach, share their expertise and provide guidance in a way that is both encouraging and constructive. Beyond work, the outdoor beauty here is unmatched, especially the Northern Lights. Every time they appear, it is a magical reminder of the incredible place I’m training in.

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