Dr. Gurpreet Johal

Dr. Gurpreet Johal completed all of his training at the University of British Columbia. This included a Bachelor of Science with a major in Biochemistry. This was followed with a Doctor of Medicine and residency training in General Surgery. Since that time, he has been practicing as a General Surgeon in Burnaby. At his clinical practice, he cares for patients with a wide range of disorders, including but not limited to: abdominal wall hernias, colon cancer, and acute intra-abdominal illnesses.

During his residency, he completed several award-winning research projects and received the prestigious Frank B. Thompson Memorial Award. This award recognizes a graduating resident who best exemplified the qualities of an outstanding clinical general surgeon.

Dr. Johal maintains a strong interest in surgical education and is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the UBC Department of Surgery. He enjoys teaching and working with medical students and residents. 

Outside of work, Dr. Johal enjoys traveling, prepping his cars for track days, home improvement projects, and spending time with his young family.

Qualifications and Experience

Education and Training:

• University of British Columbia
  General Surgery Post-graduate Training Program 2012-2017

• University of British Columbia
  Doctor of Medicine 2008-2012

• University of British Columbia
  Bachelor of Science (Biochemistry) 2003-2007

Medical Licenses:

• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada 2017

Professional Memberships:

• Member, Doctors of British Columbia

• Member, College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia

Professional Experience:

• Consultant General Surgeon
• Clinical Assistant Professor, UBC Department of Surgery
  Burnaby Hospital
  Burnaby, BC
  2017-Present

• Consultant General Surgeon
• Clinical Instructor, UBC Department of Surgery
  Mount Saint Joseph Hospital
  Vancouver, BC
  2018 – 2023