We are IH: A decade of care rooted in community

On July 1, 2025, Dr. Robinson will celebrate 10 years as a urologist at Kootenay Boundary Regional Hospital (KBRH)—a decade marked by dedication to patient care, leadership in surgical services, and a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive workplace culture.

He currently serves as Perioperative Director at KBRH and is in his first year as Vice Chair of the Health Authority Medical Advisory Committee (HAMAC), following a variety of past roles in medical administration. His influence stretches well beyond the operating room, though it’s there he finds deep professional fulfillment.

Dr. Robinson lives and works on the ancestral, traditional, and unceded territories of the Sinixt, syilx and Ktunaxa peoples. He acknowledges this with humility and gratitude, recognizing the importance of the land and the history it holds.

His time at Interior Health (IH) has been filled with professional highlights, but one stands out clearly.

“The best moment for me in IH was when Dr. Hilary Brotherhood agreed to work here,” he says. “I reflect on this weekly as we assist each other in the OR (operating room). It’s truly amazing.”

Their collegiality even extends beyond the OR. After tackling complex surgical cases together, the two doctors share a routine: a celebratory half-sweet oat milk mocha.

Outside of work, Dr. Robinson is a husband and proud father to four children. He thrives in the great outdoors—especially trail running, a favourite pastime he’s hoping to merge more seamlessly with his love of nature. “I’m still working on how to combine these passions,” he laughs.

And there’s more: in his downtime, he’s currently learning Welsh—an unexpected hobby that reflects his curiosity and dedication to lifelong learning. His approach to both life and medicine can be summed up in a motto he recently came across and now keeps close: “Kindness costs nothing.”

As he looks toward the future, Dr. Robinson is excited about continuing to build his career within IH, strengthening perioperative services, and mentoring the next generation of surgical leaders—all while enjoying the simple joys of family, nature, and that next mocha shared with a valued colleague.

To learn about Dr. Hilary Robinson, read her story here!

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