“I know the feeling of not being included in a conversation”, says Allen Lee, a Medical Laboratory Technologist making big strides in furthering diversity and inclusivity efforts at Kelowna General Hospital’s (KGH) Laboratory. Allen immigrated to Canada when he was only 14 years old, encountering firsthand the many challenges of assimilating into a foreign culture.

Kamloops is a city known for year-round adventure, culture, a supportive community and a healthy lifestyle. It's also home to a brand new and state-of-the-art Patient Care Tower at Royal Inland Hospital set to open its doors in summer 2022.

We are IH is a recognition campaign to spotlight Interior Health employees and medical staff – through pictures and stories. 

Name: Dr. Johann Schreve

Worksite: Vernon Jubilee Hospital, Okanagan / Sylix Nation

Years of Service: 5

Job Title: Hospitalist

Quote: "Seize the day, carpe diem"