Our Team

Dr. Jennifer Dressler – I’m a family doctor living and working in the West Boundary. While my main practice is in Grand Forks and Greenwood, my passion for maternity care brings me over the pass to Trail to work with Aspen. I went to medical school in Saskatchewan, followed by rural a family practice residency in Kelowna, which brought me to the Kootenays. I did an extra fellowship in high risk and surgical obstetrics in Surrey, BC to be able to provide caesarean sections. I love road biking, cross country skiing and hiking. My husband and I have two kids and a hobby farm in Grand Forks. I’m thankful to be a part of your care team!

Dr. Megan Taylor – Hi, I am Dr. Megan Taylor. I grew up on a farm in rural Alberta and my first medical experience was giving injections to baby pigs!  I attended medical school at the University of Alberta in Edmonton and then completed my Family Medicine Residency at the University of British Columbia. After completing residency I moved back to Alberta where I worked in the small town of Lacombe for 9 years. But eventually even being close to my extended family wasn’t enough to make me put up with Alberta winters!  So 11 years ago my family and I moved to Castlegar and fell in love with the Kootenays.  I am passionate about maternity care, even after 20 years every delivery still makes me a little teary!  I am excited to meet you and be part of your journey.

Dr. Kate Gapp – After growing up in southern Alberta, I completed a Bachelor of Science degree in Life Sciences and Psychology at Queen's University. I then moved westwards to attend medical school at the University of British Columbia, finally settling in the Kootenays to complete my Residency in Rural Family Medicine through UBC and then start my practice. Being involved in maternity care is one of the most rewarding aspects of my job. In my spare time you'll find me hiking, biking, skiing, practicing yoga and playing guitar.

Dr. Meghan Jensen – I grew up in Cranbrook and did my training at the University of Alberta in Edmonton.  When I finished my residency in Rural Family Medicine I was eager to move back to the beautiful Kootenays and settle down with my family.  Now I live and work in Castlegar and provide maternity care at KBRH.  I see prenatal and post partum patients in both Trail and Castlegar.  I have four lovely children (3 of whom were born with FOBC).  I am so grateful to work with this amazing team of doctors,nurses and Sue.   I feel passionate about woman's health and prenatal/postpartum care.  There is no greater privilege than being part of the miracle of birth, life and the growing of families.

Dr. Miles Smith – Dr. Smith has been with the OB clinic in Trail since its inception in 2001. Dr. Smith settled in Rossland in 2001 after completing his medical training in Edmonton, AB and his family medicine residency in Chilliwack, BC.  He added caesarean sections to his repertoire with extra training in Surrey in 2007.  He currently works at the Associate Medical Clinic in Rossland when he’s not at the Obstetrics Clinic.  In his free time, he enjoys spending time with his wife and two children, and mountain biking or skiing, depending on the weather.

Dr. Tobias Gelber - Tobias is new to practicing in the area but grew upon Christina Lake and graduated from Grand Forks High School. He practiced comprehensive primary care and GP anesthesia in Pincer Creek for the last 20 yers. He is now returning home to the West Kootenay with his fiancé Paula, a Respiratory Therapist.  Professionally he likes maternity care, anesthesia and helping to build Medical Homes in which to practice team-based primary care. Personally he enjoys cycling, downhill skiing, cooking and electric cars. ​
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Dr Netana Machacek - I attended medical school at Rocky Vista College of Osteopathic Medicine in Colorado and graduated
from Alaska Family Medicine Residency in 2019. After residency, I practiced in rural Western Colorado close to where I grew up. Moving back and forth to Alaska introduced me and my husband to British Columbia and we spent a few years dreaming of moving here someday. During that time, we welcomed
our son to the family and in 2023 we all made the to move to the Kootenays. It feels like a dream come true to be able to practice my favorite parts of Family Medicine in such an amazing place. One of the greatest privileges of my job is being there to support my patients through life’s big moments. I look forward to being part of your journey.

Rachel Langevin, RM ​- I am grateful to have been born and raised in Balfour, BC, on the traditional lands of the Sinixt, Ktunaxa, and Syilx peoples. My passion for midwifery began in adolescence after attending my first birth, an experience that deeply influenced my career path. Over the years, I have gained valuable experience working in hospitals, home births, and a birth center. I completed my midwifery education in El Paso, Texas, and later bridged my American license to practice in Southern Ontario. After returning to the Kootenays, I am excited to be joining the Aspen team and serving the community I call home. Outside of attending births, I enjoy spending time at the lake, connecting with nature, and relaxing with my puppy and family in Nelson. It is truly an honor to be a midwife, and I am committed to providing compassionate, skilled care to families during one of life’s most significant moments.

 Staci Carey- I have been a unit clerk at KBRH for 10 years. Just recently I got this job permanently and quickly realized it is my “dream job”.   I couldn’t be happier coming to work with all the amazing patients and physicians.  I grew up in Fruitvale but moved to Alberta for schooling till I met my husband in Calgary.   We moved to the Kootenay’s to start a family and now have two children, one dog and one cat.  I have many artistic hobbies and also have a passion for fostering kittens.

Photo credit: Iain Reid