Our Team
We are dedicated professionals, striving to provide the best possible personalized care and most positive experience during your time at the clinic.
Our Teams
Dr. Nikolett Raguz
MD, FRCSC
Dr. Raguz completed her Bachelor of Science degree in Human Biology and Biochemistry at the University of Toronto. She earned her Doctor of Medicine degree from the University of Calgary in 2010. Following this she completed her residency training in Obstetrics and Gynecology in Calgary. She began to practice as a generalist obstetrician and gynecologist. She became interested in healthcare quality and patient safety and completed a Masters of Science in Healthcare Quality at Queen’s University. While practicing as an obstetrician gynecologist, she found herself drawn to the fertility facet of her practice and subsequently joined the Regional Fertility Program. Her clinical and research interests include general infertility, operative gynecology, patient safety and patient quality improvement.
Dr. S. C. Foong
MD, FRCSC, Medical Director
Dr. Foong completed medical training in 1997 followed by a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Calgary. She subsequently completed a 3-year American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the Mayo Clinic, USA. During this time, she was selected as one of “America’s Top Physicians 2004-2005” by the Consumers’ Research Council of America. Upon returning to Canada, Dr. Foong was appointed to the position of Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology where she was on staff at the Mt. Sinai Hospital Reproductive Biology Unit. Dr. Foong returned to Calgary in 2006 where she currently practices at the Regional Fertility Program and is also a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Calgary.
Dr. Foong’s clinical and research interests include fertility preservation and premature ovarian failure. She has presented and published her research in several peer-reviewed journals and at both national and international conferences.
Dr. Jennifer Hilton
MD, FRCSC, GREI
Dr. Hilton completed a Bachelor of Science Degree in Physiology as well as a Master’s degree in Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences at the University of Saskatchewan. She was awarded the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society Best Paper Award presenting work on ovarian imaging at the annual meeting in 1999. She earned her Doctor of Medicine Degree with Great Distinction at the University of Saskatchewan and subsequently she completed residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Calgary. With a strong interest in fertility care, she completed additional training in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility with the Regional Fertility Program during her residency.
Upon completion of residency training, Dr. Hilton practiced obstetrics and gynecology and provided fertility treatments and care in Regina, Saskatchewan. During that time, she collaborated with fertility clinics across Canada and USA to provide satellite monitoring and improve access to fertility treatments like in vitro fertilization (IVF) for her patients. She worked with patient advocacy groups and a Government of Saskatchewan committee to develop a fertility care pathway.
Ultimately, Dr. Hilton followed her passion to provide high quality patient-focused fertility care and pursued sub-specialty Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons training in Gynecologic Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility (GREI) with the University of British Columbia. She started her REI practice in Edmonton before relocating to Calgary to join the Regional Fertility Program Team.
She has presented at local, national, and international conferences, and she enjoys teaching her patients and students. She has been a Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of Saskatchewan and the University of Alberta, and she is excited to return to Calgary to contribute as part the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Calgary. Dr. Hilton’s clinical and research interests include ovarian stimulation, ultrasound assessment of fertility and early pregnancy, evidence-based fertility care, time-lapse embryo assessment, IVF treatment protocols/adjuncts and improving access to fertility care.
Dr. J. Min
MD, FRCSC, GREI
Dr. Min completed Bachelor of Science degrees in Biochemistry and Psychology at the University of Calgary. He then earned his Doctor of Medicine degree with Distinction, and completed his residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Alberta. Following his two year fellowship in Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Ottawa in 2006, he joined the Ottawa Fertility Centre as and was appointed Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Ottawa. He joined the Regional Fertility Program in 2010 and is also a Clinical Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Calgary.
Dr. Min is certified in Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Gynecologic Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. He is currently President of the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society, and is the founding Chair of its Clinical Practice Guidelines Committee. Dr. Min has been an invited speaker at both national and international meetings and conferences, and has published scholarly articles and clinical practice guidelines in peer-reviewed journals. His practice includes all areas of reproductive care, with particular interest in in vitro fertilization, male infertility and quality assurance in assisted reproduction.
Dr. B. C. Wong
MD, FRCSC, FACOG (REI)
Dr. Wong joined the Regional Fertility Program staff in August 2004 as a reproductive endocrinologist and infertility specialist. He is currently a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Calgary. Dr. Wong completed his MD degree at the University of Alberta in 1996. He graduated with honours in research. Following completion of his medical school, he decided to pursue specialty training in obstetrics and gynecology at the University of Calgary. He received his fellowship certification in obstetrics and gynecology in 2000. He subsequently did a fellowship in reproductive endocrinology and infertility at the Jones Institute for Reproductive Medicine, Eastern Virginia Medical School, Norfolk, Virginia, USA. Dr. Wong is an American-Board-Certified reproductive endrocrinologist and infertility specialist. He is also a board-certified obstetrician and gynecologist.
Dr. Wong is the primary or contributing author of articles published in major journals such as Fertility and Sterility, Human Reproduction, Molecular and Cellular Endocrinology, American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecologists of Canada. His current research interests are in the area of advanced reproductive technology, embryo implantation, menopause and polycystic ovarian syndrome.
Dr. N. Paterson
MD, FRCSC, GREI
Dr. Paterson joined the Regional Fertility Program after completing her fellowship in Gynecologic Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility at the University of Toronto, Mount Sinai Hospital.
She completed a Bachelor of Science at the University of Western Ontario and a Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology at the University of Glasgow, Scotland. She then pursued a Doctor of Medicine degree at the University of Ottawa and subsequently completed residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology at the University of Calgary.
Dr. Paterson’s clinical and research interests include advanced reproductive technology, weight and reproduction and uterine fibroids. She has been a guest speaker at national meetings and published her research in several peer-reviewed journals and at national and international conferences.
Dr. T. Gotz
MD, FRCSC, GREI
Dr. Gotz obtained his medical degree from Queen’s University in 2010 and was the class recipient of the embryology and histology award. Following the completion of his residency in Obstetrics & Gynecology at the University of Alberta, Dr. Gotz completed his fellowship in Gynecologic Reproductive Endocrinology & Infertility at Mount Sinai Hospital, University of Toronto. He is double certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in OBGYN and GREI. In addition to joining the Regional Fertility Program, Dr. Gotz is a Clinical Assistant Professor in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology at the University of Calgary.
Dr. Gotz’ areas of interest and research include optimizing IVF cycles for poor ovarian responders as well as reproductive ethics. His most recent publication, which explores ethical distribution of government funded IVF from a patient perspective, won Best Psychosocial Paper at the Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society 2017 Annual Clinical Meeting. Dr. Gotz was a speaker and an organizing committee member for the Canadian Fertility & Andrology Society’s annual reproductive ethics series for 2016 and 2017: The Gatekeeper’s Dilemma.
Daina Lohr
Specialty Nursing (Vitrified Egg)
Kathleen Falkowsky
Assistant Nurse Manager
Page Kurceba
Specialty Nursing (PGS)
Tennille Wilson
Head LPN
Lori McCrae
RN, Nursing Director
Ronda Trumper
MA, Registered Psychologist
Victoria Leost
BSP, APA Pharmacy Co-Director
Alberta College of Pharmacists Licensee
Other Members of the Pharmacy Team:
Kendra, Terry, Lorena, Teresa, Lisa, Louise, Joy, Rakhi
Marty Sullivan
MSc, IVF Laboratory Director
Heather Harrison
B Mgt
Regional Fertility Program – Doctor Spotlight
Dr.Min
“It sounds cliché, but I went into medicine with the desire to help people. I know I could have helped a great number of people through medical research, but for me, I wanted to devote my attention to the person in front of me.”
Dr. Min was first introduced to the idea of becoming a physician at an early age.
While working at the Ottawa Fertility Centre, Dr. Min was presented with an opportunity to move back home to Calgary and join the Calgary Regional Fertility Program (“RFP”). He jumped at the chance to join this well-established and highly-regarded practice.
In University, he studied biochemistry and psychology, but also took courses in business and law. After seriously considering Graduate school and Law school, Dr. Min focused on medicine as a chosen career, and earned a position in medical school. Initially starting in Family Medicine, Dr. Min changed his residency programs to Obstetrics and Gynecology, which paved the way for a fellowship in Gynecologic Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility.
Outside RFP, Dr. Min has been involved with the Canadian Fertility and Andrology Society (“CFAS”) for the past 10 years. The CFAS is a non-profit professional organization representing Canadian experts in Assisted Reproductive Technologies and reproductive sciences. The mission of the CFAS is to responsibly advance reproductive science and medicine in Canada through leadership, research and guidance. Dr. Min founded and served as the Chair of the Clinical Practice Guideline committee from 2010 to 2016, and continues his involvement as a committee member. He has also sat on the Board of Directors since 2013 and was President of the Society for the 2017-2018 term.
Dr. Min and his wife have two children and is honored to have the opportunity to try to help others have their children.
Dr. Gotz
“Infertility can be associated with tremendous emotional suffering and it is incredibly special to be entrusted with growing and building families.”
“I am very fortunate to have been able to come back to Alberta and join such a dynamic and diverse group of professionals here in Calgary. From physicians, embryologists, nurses, support staff, everyone works so seamlessly together.”
“My wife and I welcomed our first son while I was completing residency at the University of Alberta and we have been deeply rooted in the west ever since. Although my family immigrated to Canada when I was only a toddler, and I grew up in Ontario, I now feel like a real Albertan.”
“I am grateful everyday for the ability to assist patients in their desires for a family, for the opportunity to teach and mentor as a member of the university, and for the incredible group of people that I work with everyday.”
Dr. Gotz is fortunate to see many transgender and gender-diverse patients in the scope of his practice who desire fertility preservation either prior to, during, or even once transitioned. The hormones and surgery that transgender patients are contemplating or have undergone may have consequences to their future fertility. In the past many transgender patients were not frequently counseled about fertility preservation options prior to transitioning and many had expressed regret about the lost opportunity to have biological children. There are now many treatment options to preserve fertility and increasing support for transgender patients.
“It is a privilege and a great responsibility to ensure all patients have equitable access to fertility services and have the opportunity to have children; to be involved in such emotionally complex forms of treatment, all while facilitating a smooth transition, preserving fertility making a future family our highest priority.”
When not at the clinic, Dr. Gotz likes to be out skiing, hiking, and camping, although most of his time has been devoted to cheering on his two children at local hockey rinks.
Dr. Foong
“Infertility is a stressful condition that has the power to affect many aspects of a person’s life. Every individual has a story. We have to listen to this story and help bring it to life. My hope is to help reduce or possibly solve the stress, anxiety and suffering that comes with infertility. I am honored and humbled when patients are willing to confide in me their very personal struggles, and together, we try to tackle the problem as a team.”
“I enjoy coming to work every day, as we (at the Calgary Regional Fertility Program) have a world-class team of professionals with a common goal – to help our patients achieve their dreams of a family. We believe in collaborative teamwork as the best model of care to achieve success for our patients. Every member of our team has a voice and plays an essential contribution to the goal of creating families.”
Dr. Foong finds a balance between her passion in work with another passion: her family. On the weekends, she tries to spend as much time as possible at home with her husband and two children. “They are very supportive and tolerant of the work that I do, and so weekends are for them.” Dr. Foong opens up. “I love to bake, cook, travel and do just about anything that allows me to use my creative side.” For Dr. Foong, being at home surrounded by nature and family is very tranquil for her and allows her time to pause and reflect.
“Today, I am a mother of two wonderful children, and everyday at work, I am able to bring together both my passions through specializing in reproductive medicine and sub-specializing in fertility preservation for oncology patients. For all of this, I am truly grateful.”
Dr. Paterson
Dr. Paterson recalls that during High School, she realized her love for her human physiology and therefore pursued Kinesiology, initially focusing on developing a career path in research. After her Kinesiology degree from the University of Western Ontario. Dr. Paterson pursued a Masters Degree in Exercise Physiology at the University of Glasgow in Scotland and was fortunate enough to receive a Commonwealth scholarship, which allowed her to collaborate on research endeavors. During her Masters, it became evident to Dr. Paterson that she was drawn to the medical field not just the field of research.
“During my Masters degree research, I realized that I really wanted more involvement in the clinical applications of health and physiology. I also realized I truly enjoyed my work that involved interaction with other people, more so than my research work provided.”
When not working at the RFP, Dr. Paterson can be found out with her family skiing, biking or traveling.
“Unfortunately, the biological clock doesn’t spare infertility physicians either! After my husband and I had our son, we had multiple miscarriages and subsequent infertility. I have my devoted coworkers and colleagues from the Regional Fertility Program (RFP) to thank for our recent addition to our family.”
“I love that you actually see and can manipulate human physiology to potentially achieve such monumental and magnificent outcomes for patients. I have the privilege of working with patients in an area of health care that is of such significance to them. They are engaged, inquisitive and motivated.”
