Dr. Butterwick grew up in the small manufacturing town of St. Thomas, Ontario. He then obtained an Undergraduate Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology from the University of Western Ontario. Dr. Butterwick later moved to Ottawa for nearly a decade to obtain a Doctorate of Medicine in 2008 and complete a five-year Orthopedic Surgery Residency in 2013, both at the University of Ottawa. He holds Fellowship Certificates for subspecialty training in Orthopedic Trauma from the University of Ottawa, Foot and Ankle Reconstruction from the University of British Columbia and Hip and Knee Arthroplasty from the University of Toronto. His elective practice focuses on each element of his fellowship training. In his spare time, he is an avid mountain biker, snowboarder and budding backcountry enthusiast.

Dr. Hughes 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. The Kamloops Surgery Centre offers Canadians a refined surgical experience; trusted expertise, efficient access, and exceptional care.