Johnny Chang
I am a family physician, educator, and leader who believes deeply in the power of relationships at the heart of medicine. My work has been shaped by a commitment to caring for patients across the full spectrum of life, while also nurturing the next generation of physicians and strengthening the systems that support them.After training at McMaster University and the University of Sydney, and completing my residency in family medicine at the University of British Columbia, I have developed a broad scope of practice that includes family medicine, emergency care, and occupational medicine. I currently practice in Creston, British Columbia, where I have had the privilege of serving a rural community while contributing to hospital leadership and system improvement initiatives.
Alongside clinical work, my passion lies in education. As a clinical assistant professor at UBC, and in roles including the undergraduate provincial family physician faculty development lead and co-director of the family medicine postgraduate curriculum, I strive to create learning environments that are thoughtful, inclusive, and grounded in real-world practice. Teaching residents and students is one of the most meaningful aspects of my career, and I am continually inspired by their curiosity, dedication, and sense of purpose.
I have also been fortunate to contribute to leadership at multiple levels—locally, provincially, and nationally. From serving as Chief of Staff at Creston Valley Hospital and Medical Director of the Medical Staff Safety at Interior Health Authority to working as the President-Elect of BC College of Family Physicians and actively as the co-chair of the Chapter Elected Leaders Committee with the College of Family Physicians of Canada, I have focused on strengthening our profession and advocating for the essential role of family medicine in a sustainable health care system.
Across all of these roles, what motivates me most is a belief that family medicine is a cornerstone of compassionate, equitable care. I am optimistic about our future, grounded in the idea that by supporting one another—as colleagues, teachers, and learners—we can continue to evolve and meet the needs of our communities with humility and resilience.
Ultimately, I see my work as part of a shared effort: to care well, to teach well, and to build a profession that remains both deeply human and forward-looking.
Dr. Chang’s CV.
