Respirologists with expertise in bronchiectasis in the Vancouver area

Hi, Out of curiosity I asked an ai chatbot. This is what it produced. I guess it depends on where you live for access? In general, you'd like to look for large academic institutions with hospitals and medical clinics. Hopefully, you'll hear from other members with recommendations.
https://centreforlunghealth.ca/for-patients/
https://www.vch.ca/en/service/nontuberculous-mycobacterial-ntm-disease-clinic

@kathyhg there are definitely Canadians in this forum so hopefully you will get some helpful feedback soon, if you haven't already privately.

Dr. Julie Jarand and Dr. Christina Thornton, based in Calgary, are leading experts in bronchiectasis and NTM. In Toronto, Dr. Ted Marras is also highly regarded in this field. You might consider reaching out to them for recommendations on specialists in the Vancouver area.

I have to admit, I actually asked Dr. Marras last year at the first North American Bronchiectasis and NTM Conference, and he gave me the name of someone in Vancouver. Unfortunately, I misplaced it.

The good news is that the conference will be held again this December, and I plan to ask him once more—this time I’ll be sure to keep the name safe!

Below is the information I recently shared in my newsletter. If you are interested in the professional conference, please note that the discounted registration fee is available for only a few more days.
Let’s keep learning together!

Warm regards, Linda Esposito

The 2nd North American Bronchiectasis & Non-tuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM) Conferences

The 2nd North American Bronchiectasis & Non-tuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM) PATIENT Symposium and Educational Program for People - FREE

Learn from leading experts about bronchiectasis and NTM through a comprehensive program on Monday, December 1, 2025, from 10 am to 2 pm ET. You can attend this free event in-person at NYU Langone Health’s Alumni Hall in New York and virtually.

This event features expert presentations on clinical care networks, global efforts, genetics, inflammation, guidelines, and the latest in research and clinical trials. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and connected.
https://nyulangone.org/care-services/bronchiectasis-ntm-program/ntm-patient-education-program
The 2nd North American Bronchiectasis and Non-tuberculous Mycobacteria (NTM) PROFESSIONAL Symposium will take place December 2, 2025 - December 3, 2025. This conference is an educational series for clinicians, however, patients are invited to virtually attend this conference. The reduced fee until 10/22/2025 is $299.
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@becleartoday thank you so much for the links you provided. I watched the first one by Dr. Julie Jurand on the Canadian database update and I plan to watch all the others as they are very informative.

I live on Vancouver Island, under the care of a pulmonologist based in Victoria for my brochiectasis so unfortunately I cannot recommend a specific doctor in Vancouver. However, I encourage you to contact Pacific Lung Health Centre attached to St. Paul's Hospital on Burrard Street in Vancouver. I spent two years under their care and their academic clinical program is excellent.