Your Career, Elevated
Welcome to the Royal Inland Hospital Anesthesiology Team
Where Excellence in Care Meets an Unparalleled Lifestyle in Kamloops, British Columbia
Royal Inland Hospital (RIH)
Located in the heart of Kamloops, is a leading regional referral center in interior British Columbia. Serving a vast geographical area, we are proud to provide care across a broad range of surgical disciplines, including:
Vascular Surgery
Neurosurgery
General Surgery and Trauma
Orthopedics
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Plastics, ENT, Urology
Healthy Pediatric Cases (Age over 2)
State-of-the-Art Facilities
RIH recently unveiled a new operating tower in July 2022, providing anesthesiologists with cutting-edge equipment and resources to perform at their best:
Modern Technology: GE Aisys CS2 anesthesia machines
Comprehensive Equipment: An abundance of airway management tools, high-quality ultrasounds, and jet ventilation systems.
Advanced Monitoring: Target-controlled infusion pumps for safe and effective total intravenous anesthesia.
Efficient Setup: A highly capable team ensures operating rooms are ready to go, from machine checks to intravenous line placements.
Whether you’re performing complex regional anesthesia or handling acute pain consultations, our facilities empower you to deliver exceptional care.
Exceptional Professional Support
Our department fosters a collaborative and enriching environment, comprised of:
A diverse team of anesthesiologists from Canada, South Africa, and the UK, many with advanced fellowships.
9 highly skilled Anesthesia Assistants (AAs) who place IVs, insert arterial lines, assist with regional anesthesia, and provide expert technical support.
Regular opportunities for professional development, including monthly journal clubs and hands-on teaching sessions for regional anesthesia techniques.
With affiliations to the University of British Columbia (UBC), you’ll also have opportunities to teach and mentor medical students and residents, further enriching your professional journey
Balanced Work and Call Schedules
At RIH, we believe in fostering a strong work-life balance:
Flexible Time Off: Full-time schedule of 40 work weeks and 12 weeks of vacation.
Regular Clinical Hours: Operating room days start at 7:15 AM, with elective surgeries concluding at 3:30 PM and extended coverage until approximately 6:00 PM.
Equitable Call Schedule: Call shifts are fairly distributed across the department:
Call 1 in 16, one weekend per month.
Daytime Call: 7:15 AM - 5:00 PM.
Night Call: 5:00 PM - 7:15 AM, exclusively for life or limb emergencies after 11:00 PM.
Backup Coverage: Second-call anesthesiologist and on-call Anesthesia Assistant provide added support for emergencies and epidurals.
Competitive Remuneration
$650,000+ Full Time
Our alternate payment model offers not only excellent earnings but also a quarterly 10% bonus based on achieving departmental goals. Since its implementation in 2019, this model has consistently rewarded our team for delivering exceptional care. With these incentives and a high case volume, RIH is among the most financially rewarding places to practice anesthesiology in Canada.
A Supportive Medical Community
Kamloops boasts a welcoming and collaborative medical community. Whether you’re looking for a ski partner or advice on local amenities, there’s always someone eager to help. The city’s strong sense of camaraderie extends beyond the workplace, making it a fantastic place to build your personal and professional life.
Take the First Step Today
We’re seeking dedicated and passionate anesthesiologists to join our growing team. Whether you’re an experienced practitioner or a recent graduate, RIH offers the perfect blend of career advancement and lifestyle satisfaction.
Locum Opportunities Available
We encourage potential candidates to arrange a locum placement to experience firsthand the exceptional environment at Royal Inland Hospital.
Contact Us Today:
Dr. Jason McVicar, MD, FRCPC
jason.mcvicar@interiorhealth.ca
Meet the Team
Dr. Jason McVicar
Jason is a Métis anesthesiologist from Manitoba. He trained at the University of Manitoba, Queen’s University, and completed a fellowship in Regional Anesthesia and Pain Medicine at the University of Toronto. He practiced at The Ottawa Hospital for a decade before moving to Kamloops.
Dr. McVicar has worked with Médecins Sans Frontières, served as a trustee for the Canadian Anesthesiologists’ Society International Education Foundation, and completed a public policy fellowship with Action Canada. He was the lead author on two CMAJ studies on surgical outcomes for Indigenous Peoples in Canada and received the 2025 Canadian Anesthesiologists’ Society Humanitarian Award.
He holds leadership roles in multiple organizations, including the World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists Pain Committee, the Indigenous Peoples Advisory Circle at The Ottawa Hospital, and the Collaborative Advisory Group for Rural Anesthesia. He also chairs the Global and Rural Health Committee for the Academic Canadian Universities Departments of Anesthesia.
He is father of two loud children, a clumsy skier, subpar golfer (meaning he often shoots in triple digits when keeping score) and mediocre photographer.
Dr. Robert Jee
Rob is an anesthesiologist with over a decade of experience in perioperative care, obstetric anesthesia, and academic leadership. He is currently an active staff member at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, British Columbia, where he also serves on the Anesthesia Executive Committee. Before relocating to Kamloops in 2024, Dr. Jee spent ten years at The Ottawa Hospital, where he held multiple leadership roles, including Obstetric Anesthesia Lead and Chair of the Alternate Funding Committee. His expertise extends to medical education, having served as an Assistant Professor at the University of Ottawa’s Department of Anesthesiology and Pain Medicine.
Dr. Jee completed his anesthesiology residency at the University of Ottawa, followed by a fellowship in obstetric anesthesia at the University of British Columbia. His research contributions include publications on anesthesia management in obstetrics, competency-based medical education, and perioperative patient safety. Recognized for his excellence in clinical care, he was a recipient of The Ottawa Hospital Physician Clinician Recognition Award. With a strong commitment to advancing anesthetic practice and patient care, Dr. Jee continues to be an active contributor to both hospital-based anesthesia and medical education.
Outside of work, Dr. Jee enjoys spending time with his wife and three children, skiing in the winter, and making the most of Kamloops’ outdoor lifestyle. However, his true obsession is golf—he maintains a single-digit handicap and is constantly chasing the ever-elusive perfect round. When not in the OR, he can usually be found on the course, analyzing his swing, regretting missed putts, and convincing himself that the next piece of golf equipment will finally fix his game.
Dr. Annabelle Mang
Annabelle is an experienced anesthesiologist who trained at the University of Saskatchewan and completed a fellowship in Obstetric Anesthesia. After over two decades of practice in Saskatchewan Dr. Mang recently relocated to Kamloops seeking a warmer climate. Outside of her medical career, Dr. Mang enjoys hiking with her dog, skiing, biking, and boating. She is also a proud mother of two teenage children.
Dr. Mark Edge
Mark was born in Pretoria, South Africa where he studied medicine and specialised as an anesthesiologist. He moved to Ottawa in 2017 where he did a fellowship in chronic pain. Despite an enjoyable year there, he moved west to Kamloops the following year in 2018 where he has been since. He has an interest in acute and chronic pain, regional anesthesia, quality improvement and departmental leadership, and the use of anesthetic and other agents for psychiatric disorders. In his spare time, he likes to travel, eat out at fancy places, biking, reading and gaming.
Dr. Lynn Williams
Lynn recently joined the Department of Anesthesia at Royal Inland Hospital. He completed medical school in Edmonton at the University of Alberta, and anesthesiology residency training in Saskatoon at the University of Saskatchewan. His professional interests include brain health following general anesthesia, point of care ultrasound in the operating room, and regional anesthesia. Medicine is a second career for Dr. Williams. He started his professional career in veterinary medicine. Following graduation, and while training as a large animal surgeon, workplace injury prompted a shift towards research. This led to a PhD in biomedical science and then on to medical school. Dr. Williams and his wife Christine have 4 children who are enjoying the outdoor lifestyle and warm winters that Kamloops offer. In their “spare time” the Williams family enjoy hiking, camping, and canoeing together as a family.
Dr. Hanneke Peyper
Hanneke is a skilled anesthesiologist at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, BC, where she provides exceptional care to patients undergoing various procedures. Outside of her medical career, Dr. Peyper is a dedicated mother to two daughters. She enjoys exploring new destinations around the world and has a passion for discovering fine wines. Her balanced lifestyle combines her professional expertise with a love for family, travel, and culinary experiences.
Dr. George Wharmby
George is a Royal College-certified anesthesiologist based in Kamloops, BC. He completed medical school through the Island Medical Program at the University of British Columbia in 2017 and residency training in anesthesia at the University of Ottawa in 2021. George has a strong interest in clinical teaching in the operating room and is particularly passionate about ultrasound-guided regional anesthesia and perioperative transesophageal echocardiography (TEE). Outside of work, he and his wife—an emergency nurse—keep busy with their two young boys and life on their small hobby farm. When he gets the chance, George enjoys fly fishing in the backcountry and exploring the outdoors.
Dr. Jennifer Firth-Gieben
Jenny was born in Edinburgh, Scotland and grew up in Bristol, England. While completing her anaesthetics training in the UK, she cycled to hospitals rain or shine (mostly rain) and became a paediatric anaesthetist in Leeds, Yorkshire.
She moved to Canada with her husband and three children in 2022 choosing Kamloops for its accessibility to lakes and mountains.
Dr. Liz Jacobs
Liz hails from sunny South Africa. As mother of two young children and an anesthesiologist, Liz strives for a balanced approach to life by exploring the running and biking trails around Kamloops and enjoying the magnificent views.
Dr. Pierre Mans
Pierre is an experienced anesthesiologist who has been practicing at Royal Inland Hospital since 2005. He is currently a member of the Anesthesia Executive Committee at RIH. Prior to his move to Kamloops, he served as Chief of Anesthesiology at Cranbrook Regional Hospital in the East Kootenays.
Originally from South Africa, Dr. Mans completed his medical training at the University of Stellenbosch. He has practiced anesthesiology in South Africa, Namibia, and England, bringing a broad and international perspective to his work. He has a special interest in challenging cases and enjoys teaching medical students, residents, and respiratory therapy students.
Outside of work, Dr. Mans is an avid hiker in the summer and skier in the winter. He also enjoys hosting Whiskey Night, a longstanding social tradition among friends and colleagues.
Dr. Lisa McMahon
Lisa is originally from Ontario and has had a circuitous path to Kamloops. Undergrad and Medicine in Ontario, Residency in Newfoundland and a number of cross-Canada locums brought her to Kamloops to practice over a decade ago. She is a true general Anesthesiologist and enjoys the variety that affords her. She has a special interest in Patient Safety and Health Outcomes, as well as International Medicine. An active member of the Anesthesia Executive Committee Lisa strives to improve patient care. Lisa and her small family (partner and one young son) enjoy all that the Kamloops area has to offer as far as outdoor pursuits, (skiing, hiking, paddleboarding etc). Her true passion is international travel and the flexible schedule of this department has afforded +++ opportunity for her family to explore the world, (and eat amazing food - her real true passion).
Dr. Scott Bonneville
Scott came to Kamloops in 2022 after practicing for 15years in Thunder Bay, ON. He was initially a Family Practice Anesthetist who returned for fellowship training at McMaster University in 2004. Being drawn to play in remote locations, he has worked and trained in Northern Ontario, (Sioux Lookout, Moose Factory), Iqaluit NU, La Ronge SK, and St. Anthony NF. He is a passionate advocate for regional anesthesia and pain medicine. His Physician Quality Improvement (PQI) project paved the way for an expanded nerve block infusion practice for inpatients and outpatients. Dr. Bonneville runs a monthly regional anesthesia training program – the Block Club – and delights in making agar/meat models for hands on practice. He is working to create the RIH acute pain service, and to enhance the RIH Block Room pilot project (begun March 2024). Other interests include Education, Quality Improvement, and Medical Leadership. He is a UBC Clinical Assistant Professor, a member of the Interior Health QI Steering Committee, on the Anesthesia Executive Committee, and is completing a Masters in Healthcare Leadership through Royal Roads University. Dr. Bonneville is a frequent presenter at PQI level 2 & 3 training sessions and sits on the PQI Alumni Regional Council. He is immensely proud of his much smarter wife Shauna and their two amazing daughters. Outside of work, he enjoys sleeping, hiking, kayaking, golfing, skiing, wine tasting, but mostly sleeping.
Dr. Etienne Prinsloo
Etienne was born and educated in South Africa, where he completed his undergraduate and postgraduate studies. After gaining valuable experience in private practice, he moved to the United Kingdom, working across the Midlands, North East Yorkshire, and Scotland. He later relocated to Eastern Canada before settling in Western Canada, where he currently lives and practices.
Outside of work, Etienne enjoys overlanding and off-road driving—personally handling most of the vehicle preparation and maintenance. He is also passionate about opera and finds joy in reading during his free time.
Dr. Dan Maher
Dan has deep roots in British Columbia. Born and raised in BC, he pursued his academic and medical training at the University of British Columbia (UBC), earning a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology followed by a Doctor of Medicine.
Following his medical degree, Dr. Maher completed his internship at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria, where he gained broad clinical experience. He then returned to UBC to specialize in anesthesiology, developing expertise in perioperative care and patient safety.
Outside of his professional life, Dr. Maher is passionate about music, enjoys exploring the outdoors, and is an avid reader and traveler. His diverse interests reflect a well-rounded approach to life and a commitment to lifelong learning and exploration.