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Jannah Wilson

MD, FRCSC

Hernias, Gallbladder, Endoscopy

General surgeon with 13 years in practice. Focus on minimally invasive hernia, gallbladder and anorectal surgery, plus diagnostic colonoscopy and endoscopy.

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Experience:

13 years

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Location:

Vancouver, BC

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Consults:

Virtually & in-person

Speaks:

English

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Treats:

Adults

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About

Dr. Jannah Wilson is a general surgeon in Vancouver, British Columbia. She completed her medical degree at the University of British Columbia and her general surgery residency at the University of Ottawa, and has been certified in general surgery by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada since 2013. 

Her practice focuses on abdominal wall, gallbladder, anorectal and endoscopic care, with an emphasis on minimally invasive (laparoscopic) approaches where they are appropriate for the patient. Her hernia experience covers both laparoscopic and open repairs, including mesh and non-mesh techniques such as the Shouldice repair.

Clinical Focus & Specialties

  • Hernia Surgery: Laparoscopic and open repair of inguinal, umbilical, ventral and incisional hernias, including mesh and non-mesh (Shouldice) repair options.
  • Gallbladder Surgery: Laparoscopic gallbladder removal (cholecystectomy) for gallstones and related gallbladder conditions.
  • Anorectal Surgery: Surgical treatment of hemorrhoids, anal fistulas and pilonidal sinus disease.
  • Diagnostic Endoscopy: Colonoscopy and upper endoscopy (gastroscopy) to investigate digestive symptoms, with biopsy where indicated.

Dr. Wilson is a Clinical Instructor with the Division of General Surgery in the Department of Surgery at the University of British Columbia, and her stated professional interests include cancer prevention and detection, surgical education and quality improvement.

She sees patients at Acumen Clinic in Vancouver, a private clinic offering consultations by video or in person, with surgery performed at private, non-hospital surgical centres in the Lower Mainland.

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Advanced training

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Training & credentials

Residency, General Surgery | University of Ottawa, Ottawa, ON | completed 2013

Doctor of Medicine (MD) | University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

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Career

General Surgeon | Private practice / Acumen Health, Vancouver, BC | 2013 – Present

  • Practises in general surgery with a focus on hernia, gallbladder, anorectal and endoscopic procedures.

Clinical Instructor, Division of General Surgery | Department of Surgery, University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC

  • Teaching appointment with the UBC Faculty of Medicine Department of Surgery.
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Memberships

  • Member, Canadian Association of General Surgeons (CAGS)
  • Member, British Columbia Medical Association (Doctors of BC)
  • Fellow, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Sees patients at:

Acumen Clinic - Vancouver

658 Homer St #410, Vancouver,

BC V6B 2R4, Canada

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How soon can I see Dr. Wilson?

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Does Dr. Wilson do virtual consults?

Yes. Virtual or in-person consults are available.

Dr. Wilson is within my home province, can they provide me surgical services?

Dr. Wilson can see patients from outside British Columbia who are looking for private general surgery, such as hernia, gallbladder, soft tissue, breast, or endoscopy-related care. If you live in BC, she is generally not able to treat you privately for insured surgery in BC, unless a specific legal exception applies.

What languages does Dr. Wilson speak?

English

What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Wilson?

Patients commonly seek Dr. Wilson's expertise because they may be experiencing acid reflux, swallowing difficulties, ulcer symptoms, or other concerns affecting the upper digestive tract, and are considering an upper endoscopy. Dr. Wilson focuses on minimally invasive (laparoscopic) general surgery, and endoscopy.

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