Internal Medicine Consultations
Specialist assessment and non-surgical management of adult medical conditions, with a focus on obstetric medicine and complex medical care.
About
​​​Specializing in General Internal Medicine, Dr. McKenna brings over 13 years of clinical experience to the care of adults with complex and chronic medical conditions. She is known for her thoughtful, patient-centered approach and her expertise in managing medically complex presentations.
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Dr. McKenna’s practice focuses on the assessment and optimization of individuals living with complex chronic illness. Her clinical interests include:
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Medical disorders of pregnancy, including the management of metabolic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes, hematologic disorders, and other medical complications arising during pregnancy. From pre-conception to postpartum care, her practice supports the health of patients throughout their journey.
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Complex chronic illness optimization, involving comprehensive diagnostic evaluation of challenging or undifferentiated medical presentations, followed by targeted management and evidence-based recommendations. Ongoing long-term management is coordinated through patients’ primary care providers, with clear guidance provided to support continued care.
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Perioperative medicine, with an emphasis on optimizing patients’ medical status prior to major surgical procedures to enhance surgical outcomes and recovery.
Dr. McKenna balances a busy outpatient practice with a demanding on-call schedule, providing Internal Medicine consultations and care for some of the most medically complex patients admitted to Kelowna General Hospital.
