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Derek Butterwick
Orthopedic Surgeon
Foot & Ankle
Experience:
13 years
Location:
Kamloops, BC
Consults:
Virtually & in-person
Speaks:
English
Treats:
Adults
Procedural expertise
Dr. Derek Butterwick is an experienced, triple-fellowship-trained orthopedic surgeon based in Kamloops, British Columbia. Originally from Ontario, Dr. Butterwick has established himself as a specialist in BC, providing advanced surgical care for a wide spectrum of musculoskeletal conditions, with a focus on foot and ankle reconstruction. Known for his commitment to continuous surgical innovation, Dr. Butterwick routinely uses minimally invasive techniques and robotics-assisted platforms to optimize precision and improve patient recovery.
Dr. Butterwick grew up in the small manufacturing town of St. Thomas, Ontario. In his spare time, he is an avid mountain biker, snowboarder and budding backcountry enthusiast. He understands the value of a balanced, active lifestyle and is committed to helping patients get back on their feet quickly.
Dr. Butterwick is affiliated with Kamloops Surgery Centre, a respected group of surgeons delivering a full suite of private surgical services in the Interior of British Columbia. Sharing a commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and personalized care. The Centre combines experienced surgeons & staff, modern facilities, and rigorous standards to provide consistently high‑quality outcomes. Kamloops Surgery Centre offers Canadians a refined surgical experience; trusted expertise, efficient access, and quality care.
436 Lorne St #115,
Kamloops, BC V2C 1W3, Canada
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Yes. Virtual or in-person consults are available.
Dr. Butterwick can see patients who live outside British Columbia and are seeking private foot or ankle orthopedic surgery. If you live in BC, he is generally not able to treat you privately for insured orthopedic surgery in BC.
English
Patients commonly seek Dr. Butterwick's expertise because they may be experiencing a chronically damaged Achilles tendon, ankle ligament instability, claw toe or hammertoe deformity, big toe arthritis, retained hardware after a previous foot or ankle surgery, or Dupuytren's contracture in the hand, and are considering Achilles reconstruction, foot and ankle ligament reconstruction, big toe fusion, hardware removal, or Dupuytren's release. Dr. Butterwick is triple fellowship-trained in foot and ankle reconstruction at the University of British Columbia, hip and knee arthroplasty at the University of Toronto, and orthopedic trauma at the University of Ottawa.
