3 Best Gynecologists in Maple Ridge, BC

“Dr. Ockie Lampen has a particular interest in high-risk obstetrics and minimally invasive laparoscopic surgery. He is an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of British Columbia. Dr. Lampen is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centred care. He received the Lloyd Capling Award in 2017 for service to the Ridge Meadows community. In 2015, he performed the first laparoscopic hysterectomy at Ridge Meadows Hospital.

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“Dr. Rick Mentz earned his medical degree from the University of Stellenbosch Medical School and completed his Obstetrics and Gynecology residency at the University of Alberta. He has been a certified specialist in Obstetrics and Gynecology since 2015 and received his fellowship from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Dr. Mentz provides complete maternity care for both low-risk and high-risk pregnancies. He performs primary and minor gynecologic surgery, including minimally invasive laparoscopic procedures. He is dedicated to providing excellent care and treatment for his patients and is affiliated with Ridge Meadows Hospital.

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“Dr. Ruth Vilayil graduated from the University of Alberta and is a Fellow of the Royal College of Surgeons of Canada. She is also credentialed with the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG). Dr. Vilayil has extensive experience managing high-risk OB patients in various settings, gaining a wealth of expertise. Her areas of interest include minimally invasive surgery, fertility, and high-risk obstetrics. She currently practices at Ridge Meadows Obstetrics and Gynecology and is the recipient of the David Cook Award for Curricular Innovation. The clinic’s main goal is to deliver the highest standards of patient care. They share the OB/GYN call schedule at Ridge Meadows Hospital and provide 24-hour coverage for all obstetrical and gynecological emergencies.

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