Dr. Welsh, a family Physician in Abbotsford since 1989, passionately creates better ways to deliver exceptional healthcare. Gateway Healthcare was founded in 2002 by Dr. Welsh, where he remains a managing partner. In addition, AccelEMR Solutions was co founded in 2009 as a vehicle for spreading innovations in medical practice and EMR optimization, providing consulting services to other medical practices. Richard enjoys staying active by cycling and hiking. Along with his wife, Richard is the proud parent of three wonderful children.

After training at Trinity Western University and the University of Saskatchewan, Dr. Loewen had a 9-year adventure practicing in Indiana, before returning to BC in 2006 to join Gateway Healthcare where he is a managing partner. He loves helping patients become more engaged in their own health, teaching residents from UBC, and innovating more effective ways to deliver comprehensive medical care as the co-founder of the consulting company, AccelEMR Solutions. When he is not at the office, he can be found working on their Christmas tree farm, riding his mountain bike, or exploring the outdoors with his sweet wife and 5 kids, half of which are now in university.

Dr. Dueck received his medical training in Manitoba followed by five years of rural family practice before relocating to British Columbia in 1996, finally joining the Gateway team in 2007 as a managing partner. His love for teaching and collaboration have led him to become an instructor with the UBC Family Medicine Program as well as taking part in Primary Care and Residential Care development initiatives. Most recently, he has taken on administrative roles with Fraser Health Authority addressing Covid 19 management for long term care and Assisted Living (LTC/AL) and serving as Medical Lead for LTC/AL in Fraser East.  When work is done, you can find him enjoying time with his wife and three adult sons or indulging his interest in travel, photography and international service projects.

After growing up as a “Missionary Kid” in West Africa, Dr. Husband completed his medical degree at the University of Saskatchewan and went on to gain 20 years of experience in Anaesthesiology and family medicine in rural Alberta. He and his wife moved to Abbotsford in 2010 and joined Gateway as a managing partner. He is passionate about teaching residents and leadership development. Dr. Husband also serves as the chairman for the Abbotsford Division of Family Practice. Outside of work, he enjoys camping, fly fishing, and traveling to Australia with his wife to visit his kids and grandchildren.

Dr. Warkentin completed his undergraduate degree at Trinity Western University and his medical degree at University of Calgary.  He was part of the first cohort of Family Medicine Residents trained in Abbotsford.  Joining Gateway Healthcare in the Fall of 2012, he is also an ER physician, Local Department Head at Mission Memorial Hospital ER and Residential Care Team Member at Mayfair Long Term Care.  He serves on the board of the Christian Medical and Dental Association of Canada.  He enjoys beekeeping, hockey, and skiing but mostly he spends his spare time working on the 10 acre farm where he and his wife raise their four boys.

Dr. Heywood Choi graduated from medical school at UBC in 2008. This was followed by an internal medicine residency and endocrinology fellowship. He hopes to see the Vancouver Canucks win the Stanley Cup someday.

Dr. Campbell received her medical degree from the University of British Columbia in 1996 and went on to complete her residency in London, Ontario. After continuing to practice in Ontario, Dr. Campbell moved to Abbotsford in 2001 and joined the Gateway Heathcare team. She has an avid interest in community involvement as well as women’s health, which includes her participation in the Breast Health Clinic at ARH, and Life Recovery. She is married with two kids and enjoys engaging in their swim club as well as running, swimming, and of course, reading. 

Dr. Neilipovitz services Gateway Healthcare’s female clientele by running our Pap and Breast Clinics. With us since 2010, she is an invaluable asset to our office.

Dr. Vanderpol was born and raised in Langley, BC.  He completed a BSc. at Simon Fraser University, and his MD and CCFP at the University of Alberta.  He has been part of the Gateway team since 2014.  He also provides surgical assist services at Abbotsford Regional Hospital.  Dr. Vanderpol enjoys running and fitness, home improvement projects, and spending time with his wife and daughters.

Sharalin received her education and training at the University of the Fraser Valley. Since then, she has gained valuable experience at Abbotsford Regional Hospital as a Licensed Practical Nurse. Sharalin also serves on the LPN advisory committee at UFV. A recent addition to Gateway’s team of care providers, Sharalin brings her acute care experience with a special interest in chronic disease management. In addition to spending as much time as possible with her three children, together with her husband, Sharalin also actively works in the community of Abbotsford, among its most vulnerable populations.

Dr. Bhalla completed her post-graduate training at Indiana University in 2016 and joined Gateway Healthcare shortly thereafter. She grew up in Abbotsford and is grateful to be able to provide care to her community. Dr. Bhalla is the Abbotsford Division of Family Practice Long Term Care Physician Lead and Co-Chair for the Older Adults Project. She is an advocate and speaker for healthy living. In her spare time, she enjoys spending quality time with her husband and family.

After finishing his training at Queen’s University, Dr. Fluit began his medical career working with the Older Adult program in Fraser Health. After 6 years of practicing family medicine in Ontario, Dr. Fluit has returned to Abbotsford to join the Gateway team. He is passionate about patient-centred care and has extensive experience in Care of the Elderly and Palliative Care. When not at work, he can be found hiking with his wife and 4 children.

Dr. Neufeld completed her medical training at the University of British Columbia, graduating in 2016.  She then went on to complete her Family Medicine residency at the University of Ottawa.  After spending 2 years out east, she and her family were eager to get back to family and friends in the Fraser Valley.  She has been locuming part-time at Gateway Healthcare since September 2019.  The rest of her week is spent working as a GP Oncologist in the radiation department at BC Cancer. Outside of work, she loves spending time with her husband, young children and all the daily chaos that comes with being a doctor mom!”.