Our Team

We care to improve the look and feel of your legs.

Dr. Janet Chow
MD, MSc, FCFP
Dr. Chow is a family physician and Fellow of the Canadian Society of Phlebology. She has specialized training in Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy with over 18 years of experience. Dr. Janet Chow is the founder and owner of The Willow Vein Clinic in Ottawa and Petawawa. She loves treating veins and cares deeply for every patient.
Dr. Celeste Collins
MD, MSc, CCFP
Dr. Celeste Collins is a family physician who has discovered she is passionate about veins. She has been fully trained in Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy and is a valuable part of The Willow Vein Clinic team. Dr. Collins continues to practice family medicine in the Ottawa area.
Dr. Stéphanie Malherbe
MD, FCFP-EM
Dr Stéphanie Malherbe obtained her Medical Degree and her specialization in Family Medicine from the University of Montreal. Dr. Malherbe also has a certification in Emergency Medicine with the University of Sherbrooke, and works at Montfort Academic Hospital in Ottawa. She is trained in Ultrasound Guided Sclerotherapy, and has over 10 years of experience in phlebology.
Tina Deschenes (RN)
Registered Nurse
Tina Deschenes is a registered nurse with over 25 years of experience treating patients with chronic venous insufficiency and spider veins using sclerotherapy. She has practiced at several clinics across Canada and has chosen The Willow Vein Clinic as her home. Tina speaks both French and English and brings a little East Coast flavor to our team.
Julie Regier (RPN)
Registered Practical Nurse
Julie grew up in the Ottawa Valley and graduated from Algonquin College in Pembroke. She joined The Willow Vein Clinic-Petawawa site in 2019. Julie has worked in the hospital, long-term care and palliative care settings and teaches at Algonquin College. She is excited to continue contributing to the Valley as a part of Dr. Chow's team.
Isabelle Lessard
Administrative Assistant
Isabelle is an orthotherapist with a bachelor of arts degree. She comes to us with 19 years of experience of medical administration, and is an essential member of The Willow Vein Clinic team. Isabelle speaks both French and English and is the friendly face who will greet you at reception, assist you at the clinic and will make sure that you are satisfied with your experience.