ABOUT DR. KALACI
Hello! I am Dr. Kalaci (pronounced Kah-lah-tsee).
Vancouver has been my home for the past 7 years. I am a highly-trained, board-certified general pediatrician.
I am a Clinical Instructor for the UBC Department of Medicine, teaching medical students and resident doctors.
I also serve as President for the
MY BACKGROUND
Current Employment:
I am currently employed at the BC Women’s Hospital in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) as a Pediatrician Clinical Associate.
When I am not in the NICU, I practice in a community clinic where I see a variety of general pediatric patients, from neonates to adolescents.
I am also employed by numerous health authorities where I provide hospital coverage for the nursery and pediatric wards.
Medical Training:
2018-2019 Pediatric Chief Resident – BC Children’s Hospital, Vancouver, BC
2015-2019 Pediatrics Residency – University of British Columbia, Vancouver, BC
2011-2015 Medical School – Western University, London, ON
New patients are always welcome.
A referral is required (Fax: 604-694-2905).
URGENT CARE FOR CHILDREN
One of my goals as a consultant is to ensure that children can be quickly seen in an office setting to avoid putting a strain on Emergency Departments. Clinic days are designed so that urgent referrals can be easily accommodated.
IMMIGRANT AND GLOBAL HEALTH
My background in global health has given me a unique perspective on the health needs of many immigrant patients.
I do also speak French, Albanian, and some Spanish should these languages be required.
NEONATAL EXPERTISE
Working in the NICU at BC Women's Hospital has made me very comfortable with addressing the needs of term and preterm babies discharged from hospital, including multiples.
OTHER SPECIAL INTERESTS
I have a special interest in seeing patients with:
Skin concerns
ADHD
Allergies
Cardiorespiratory complaints
