On April 27, 2024, at the VJH Medical Staff Golden Gala night, Dr. Kira McClellan was honored with the prestigious 2024 Vernon Jubilee Hospital’s Doctor of the Year award. This accolade was passed on to her by the previous year’s recipient, Dr. Jason Doyle, who nominated her for this significant recognition.
The award, which was first initiated in 2001, has become a revered tradition within the Vernon Jubilee Hospital community. Each year, the award is given to a physician who has demonstrated exemplary service and dedication to patient care. Dr. McClellan’s colleagues and community members have noted her values of transparency, innovation, and dependability in the work that she does in all her roles. She is motivated by opportunities to create change in health care, particularly at the local level.
One of the unique aspects of this award is that each recipient adds a personal memento to the trophy, symbolizing their individuality and perspective on their work in the medical community. Dr. McClellan’s addition to the trophy will be a heartfelt reflection of her journey and contributions to the field of medicine.
“I have watched this award being presented for nearly 20 years at our spring gala, always with great anticipation each year to see who has been selected and what meaningful ornament has been added!” commented Dr. McClellan. “It has been awarded to many, many great physicians at our site. It is a huge honour to have been chosen, and I am humbled by the company I share with previous recipients.“
Her recognition not only celebrates her professional achievements but also inspires her peers and future generations of healthcare providers.
The VJH Doctor of the Year award spans over 20 years, beginning in 2001:
- 2001 – Dr. Chris Cunningham
- 2002 – Dr. Eiko Waida
- 2003 – Dr. Richard Mori
- 2004 – Dr. Finley Armanious
- 2005 – Dr. Glen Scheske
- 2006 – Dr. Alfred Chan
- 2007 – Dr. Graham Spiller
- 2008 – Dr. Edward Hardy
- 2009 – Dr. Maureen Clement
- 2010 – Dr. Ron Long
- 2011 – Dr. Ghee Hwang
- 2012 – Dr. Jan Splawinski
- 2013 – Dr. Frank Ballauf
- 2014 – Dr. John Crowley
- 2015 – Dr. David Naude
- 2016 – Dr. Kevin Stevenson
- 2017 – Dr. Ken Perrier
- 2018 – Dr. Chris Mobbs
- 2019 – Dr. Jason Doyle
- 2020 to 2023 – COVID
- 2024 – Dr. Kira McClellan
