Dr. David Yu, MD, MPH, FRCSC is a colorectal and general surgeon practicing at Peterborough Regional Health Centre and The Peterborough Clinic. He specializes in the surgical management of colorectal diseases, including colorectal cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, benign anorectal conditions, and complex abdominal pathology, with expertise in minimally invasive, laparoscopic, robotic, and transanal surgical techniques.
Dr. Yu completed his medical degree and general surgery residency at Queen’s University, followed by a colorectal surgery fellowship at AdventHealth in Orlando, Florida. He also holds a Master of Public Health from the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, where he focused on epidemiologic and biostatistical methods for clinical research. His academic and clinical interests include surgical outcomes, colorectal cancer care, and the advancement of minimally invasive approaches to improve patient care.
Katie Jones is a nurse specialized in wound, ostomy, and continence care (NSWOC) with extensive experience across acute and community care settings. She brings a strong background in ostomy management, wound care, and patient education, supporting individuals with complex and chronic conditions. Katie also educates and mentors healthcare professionals on best practices and evidence‑based care. She is passionate about improving quality of life through education, collaboration, and patient‑centred care, and works closely with multidisciplinary teams to support individuals living with chronic conditions.
Date: May 14, 2026 – 8:00 pm ET / 5:00 pm PT
Duration: 1h 27m
While Ostomy Canada Society and our guest presenters will do our best to help answer your questions, any questions requiring a healthcare professional to perform and assessment via telehealth or in-person should be directed instead to the Medical Lifestyle Advisory Committee. We also encourage you to reach out to your physician and/or an NSWOC in your area for further questions that aren’t answered during the webinar. Note as well that recommendations made during a webinar are not intended to be a substitute for seeking professional advice, guidance and treatment.
