My how has time flown by! It’s almost time to celebrate our next graduating residents! Before we do that, let’s restart the highlights! Without further adieu…keep reading to learn more about the amazing Dr. Bre Irving!
Dr. Bre Irving and partner with life vests getting ready to kayak!
Favourite part about your residency experience so far:
- All the learning, I have always been a curious nerd at heart. I love meeting new people and learning new things.
Favourite song:
- Don’t stop believing (by Journey)
Favourite past-time activity:
- I love being outside: hiking, skiing, and kayaking are my favorite outdoor activities.
Favourite restaurant in your community:
- In the West End, Brix & Mortar in Yaletown is quite delicious. However, I also love Farina in North Vancouver, amazing Italian in a cozy atmosphere.
A book or article you would recommend:
Dr. Bre Irving on top of a a mountain snowshoeing
- The Midnight Library. A unique, fictional story about a woman thinking back on her life and all the different paths she could have taken. She contemplates if she is ultimately still happy with her choices.
Who is someone who inspires you?
- My dad. He is one of the kindest and most patient humans I have ever known and he also has a wonderful sense of humor. He was also a physician, and seeing how he navigated work and family life was remarkable.
What are you creating in the world right now?
- I hope that I give people a sense of calm and comfort, both in my work life and personal life. I enjoy hearing people’s stories and making them feel heard and understood.
What are you most looking forward to in your career ahead?
- Helping patients and their families navigate palliative conditions and/or end of life care feeling as supported and comfortable as possible. I think helping people die with dignity is such an honor.