About Creekside Dental Clinic
Welcome to Creekside Dental Clinic
Creekside Dental Clinic opened in 1992 and has almost doubled its ability to care for patients, growing from just four dentists to nine. In 2017, Dr. Magee and Dr. Onishenko aquired the practice and have continued to deliver the same unparalleled standard of care established by the four original dentists almost 30 years ago. They are thankful that they have been able to keep the same family-owned approach to patient care while being able to provide all dental treatments under one roof.
We are in the Lower Mission neighborhood just off Pandosy Village and Lakeshore Road. Our address is #5-757 KLO Road in Kelowna, British Columbia.
If you have any questions or would like to make an appointment, please give us a call at (250) 862-9477.
Dr. Greg Magee, BSc, DDS
General Dentist
Greg is originally from the east coast of Canada, where he grew up in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Greg attended the University of New Brunswick where he obtained his Bachelor of Science with honors in biochemistry. He also played lacrosse with the UNB Generals throughout his undergraduate time. He then moved to Halifax, Nova Scotia where he obtained his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree at Dalhousie University. Upon graduation, his education continued as he was accepted to the General Practice Residency (GPR) program at the University of British Columbia based in the Vancouver General Hospital.
Internationally Greg has worked in Vietnam and Cambodia. Vietnam was a mixture of hospital based oral surgery at the National Hospital of Odontostomatology and the care of a population of children from various orphanages throughout Vietnam. Cambodia was strictly pediatric treatment within the hospital setting in the Angkor Children’s Hospital in Siem Reap.
Through these experiences Greg has developed a keen interest in oral surgery. He also gained certification through the Vancouver General Hospital to provide conscious intravenous sedation for his patients. During his residency Greg often worked with medically compromised and highly anxious patients. This has allowed him to develop a very patient centered approach to comprehensive dental care and he enjoys all aspects of general dentistry.
Greg spends much of his free time pursuing continuing education and routinely triples the provincial licensing requirements. It is very important to him to stay up to date on current techniques to provide the best standard of care to his patients. Outside of dentistry Greg’s interests include travelling and a love for the outdoors – namely golf and skiing tend to take up a good portion of his free time.
Professional Distinction
Accreditation for Intravenous Sedation, University of British Columbia, 2013
Completion of General Practice Residency, University of British Columbia and Vancouver General Hospital 2013
Graduated from Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 2012
Dr. Trevor Onishenko, DMD
General Dentist
His passion for the field of dentistry is matched by his love of the outdoors and of course, his family. When not helping patients, Dr. Onishenko, his wife Nicole, and their three children Layne, Nixon, and Quinn enjoy spending time on their boat and at their cabin, traveling, and participating in various activities both in the mountains and on the water.
Dr. Gillian Rychjohn, DMD
General Dentist
Dr. Gillian Rychjohn graduated from the University of Saskatchewan in 1992. She and her husband Dr. Colin Hughes moved to Kelowna and set up Creekside Dental Clinic along with her brother-in-law Dr.Todd Penkala and sister-in-law Dr. Darcy Penkala in May 1992.
Gillian practices all aspects of general family dentistry. She enjoys forming long lasting relationships with her patients ensuring they understand their dental treatment. She also loves working with children.
Outside of work, Gillian enjoys being a Mom to her two daughters, playing the piano, travelling with her family and maintaining and active healthy lifestyle. She also likes to road bike and snow board at Big White in her time off.
Professional Distinction
College of Dentistry, University of Saskatchewan, 1992
Dr. Colin Hughes, DMD
General Dentist
Colin graduated in 1991 from the College of Dentistry at the University of Saskatchewan. Colin was an associate in Saskatoon for one year before moving to Kelowna and opening Creekside Dental Clinic with his wife, Dr. Gillian Rychjohn, his sister and brother-in-law Dr’s Darcy Penkala and Todd Penkala. He loves practicing in this unique family owned group practice.
Colin received his accreditation for Intravenous Sedation in 2006 at Portland State University in Oregon which he finds a valuable asset in his general dentistry practice that includes the placement and restoration of dental implants, extraction of wisdom teeth and root canals.
Away from dentistry, Colin is an avid golfer, enjoys road biking and his time snowboarding with his family. He also enjoys foreign travel with his wife and two girls learning as much as they can from the areas they explore. He also volunteers his time to the less fortunate by volunteering at the Kelowna Gospel Mission Dental Clinic and participating in the University of British Columbia dental resident mentoring program at the Gospel Mission Dental Clinic.
Professional Distinction
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College of Dentistry, University of Saskatchewan, 1991
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Accreditation for Intravenous Sedation, Portland State University, Oregon, 2006
Dr. Todd Penkala, DMD, BSC
General Dentist
Dr. Darcy Penkala, DMD
General Dentist
Darcy graduated from the College of Dentistry at the University of Saskatchewan in 1991. After graduation she worked as an associate in Saskatoon for a year. She moved to Kelowna after marrying Todd and has practiced at Creekside ever since.
Darcy practices all aspects of general dentistry and enjoys working with children.
Outside of dentistry, Darcy loves traveling, photography, hiking, reading and, most of all, hanging out with her three girls.
Professional Distinction
- College of Dentistry, University of Saskatchewan, 1991
- Accreditation for Botox Cosmetic, PTIFA, 2008
Dr. Amy Ellett, BSc, DDS
General Dentist
Dr. Amy Ellett was born and raised in Kelowna and grew up as a patient of Todd’s at Creekside Dental Clinic! She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Alberta in 2007 and went on to complete two years of specialized hospital dentistry training at UCLA in Los Angeles. She has worked in private practice in Santa Monica, California, and most recently in Calgary, Alberta.
Amy enjoys practicing all aspects of general dentistry, including working with children and providing Invisalign clear aligners. Amy is passionate about donating her time to dental aid organizations and has travelled for several years with Kindness in Action to provide dental care to those in need in rural Central and South America and Cambodia.
Amy is an endurance athlete who competes in Ironman triathlons and marathons, including the Boston marathon. She is also an avid traveller who loves surfing and photography.
Dr. Marissa Multari, BSc, DDS
General Dentist
Dr. Marissa Multari is originally from Nova Scotia, but spent her younger years in Ontario. After growing up in Windsor, she attended the University of Guelph where she achieved her Bachelor of Science in Human Kinetics. Marissa then returned to the East Coast to obtain her Doctor of Dental Surgery Degree at Dalhousie University. During this time, she also completed an elective in oral surgery and received an award for her interest and proficiency in hospital dentistry. While completing her studies, she represented the Faculty of Dentistry in the university senate as well as the Dalhousie Student Union.
Following graduation, she was accepted into a General Practice Residency (GPR) program at the University of Alberta in Edmonton. Through this experience she achieved her Conscious Intravenous Sedation, Nitrous Oxide Sedation, and Oral Sedation Certifications. The program also provided her with additional training in oral surgery, emergency dental care, and working with medically compromised patients in a hospital setting.
Marissa has enjoyed living in different provinces across Canada and experiencing their cultures first hand. She is excited to be living in Kelowna and outside of work can be found with her fiancé and their adopted dog “Jasper” – named after their love of Jasper National Park. She is currently working toward training Jasper to become a therapy dog for the elderly and children. Other interests of hers include: photography, hiking, exploring the outdoors, and playing hockey.
Dr. Kelsey Morhun
General Dentist
Born and raised in Regina, Saskatchewan, Dr. Kelsey Morhun moved to Kelowna in 2009, where she became a patient at Creekside herself.
Kelsey graduated from Okanagan Mission Secondary School in Kelowna. From there, she attended UBC Okanagan working towards a Bachelor of Science in Microbiology. After her third year, she was accepted into the Doctor of Dental Medicine program at UBC in Vancouver.
During her studies at UBC, Kelsey received the American College of Dentists (BC Section) Award in Ethics and Professionalism, the Dental Undergraduate Society Award, the Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Periodontics, and the Thompson Okanagan Dental Society Scholarship. In her final year of study, Kelsey participated in the Student Mentor Program where she helped supervise and mentor younger colleagues at UBC.
Although Kelsey enjoyed her 4 years spent on the beautiful West Coast, she is excited to be back home in the Okanagan practicing dentistry. Kelsey is passionate about helping others and is looking forward to building lasting relationships with her patients. She is interested in all aspects of general dentistry, especially oral surgery and working with children. Kelsey is also able to offer Invisalign services for her patients.
Kelsey continues to volunteer her professional time at Kelowna’s Gospel Mission Dental Clinic and has been doing so since her undergraduate program at UBC Okanagan.
When not in the clinic, Kelsey enjoys staying active at the gym, exploring the outdoors, and travelling. Her interests include hiking, camping, and spending quality time with her friends, family, and dogs.
Dr. Robert Harrison Clyde, DMD
General Dentist
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We are located across the street from Urban Fare, with plenty of free parking.
Insurance Accepted
We are open 6-days a week and accept most Dental insurance plans.
Come meet your local Kelowna Dentist
You deserve a happy dental experience, we want to help. Call us today at (250) 862-9477 for our assistance.