Ara Medical Clinic Family Medicine & Walk -In Clinic
Our Mission
At Ara Medical Clinic, our mission is to provide unparalleled, patient-centered healthcare that exceeds expectations. We are dedicated to delivering personalized, evidence-based medical solutions, while fostering a culture of safety, compassion, and continuous improvement. Through collaborative efforts and cutting-edge practices, we strive to improve the health and quality of life for every patient. At the core of our mission is the belief that everyone deserves exceptional care tailored to their unique needs. We are steadfast in our pursuit of excellence in all aspects of medical practice.
Our Vision
At Ara Medical Clinic, we envision a healthier and happier community where every individual receives personalized and compassionate healthcare. Our commitment is to be the foremost choice for patients, renowned for excellence in medical care, innovation, and unwavering dedication to their well-being.
Our Services

Family Medicine

Walk-In

EKG

Spirometry (Coming Soon)

Counselling & Registered Dietician

Pharmaceutical
Meet Our Team
Charlene Bambalan
MOA
Karen Klein
Clinical Billing and Administration
Jean Concepcion
Receptionist
Evangeline Mance
Receptionist
Mehak Kaur
Receptionist
Pharmacy
Manpreet Kaur Sandhu BSc. M. Pharm
Pharmacist
Meet Our Physicians
Dr. Sadia Afroz Khan MD BSc. CCFP
Dr. Leslie Simard-Chiu MD CCFP
Dr. Geetinder Lamba MD
Dr. Rannulu Annakkage MBChB (NZ)
Dr Pravinsagar G. Mehta MD FCFP

Dr Michael Stephensen MD FCFP
Dr Shauna McQuarrie MD CCFP
Dr Ayesha Jamal MD CCFP
Meet Our Specialists
Dr. Jennifer Lynn Anderson - Cannabinoid Medicine Specialist MD CCFP
Dr. Kim Colangelo - Obesity Medicine Specialist MD CCFP ABOM (diplomate)
Dr. Brenda Holyk - Obesity Medicine Specialist MD CCFP ABOM (diplomate)
Andrea Scott - Counsellor/Social Worker BSc.MH, RSW
Jill Anderson - Registered Dietician
Service Fees
Non-Insured Fees
Sick Note – $25
Work Note – $40
Modified Duties – $60
Physican Letters/Chart Notes – $60
Physical / Fitness Forms – $100
Certificate Of Fitness Forms – $40
(For school/Daycare/Camp or Travel)
MPI Drivers Medical Form – $125
Insurance Forms – $150
(Functional Inquiry/History of Health & Results of Physical Exam)
Attending Physcians Statement – $100
Disabitlity Tax Credit/Disability – $150
Parking Permit/Handi Transit – $30
Out of Country/International Students
- Office Visit – $150
- Physical – $300
Injections (Not including cost of prescription)
- Twinrix 1st Visit (Hep A & B) – $30
- Twinrix 2nd & 3rd Visit – $30 each
- Gardasil (Born after 1997) – $30
- Shingle – $30
No-Show Fees – $30 – $60
(No show fee/late cancellation fee applies for each physician’s respective notice policy)
The current list of services are NOT covered by Manitoba Health and will be the responsibility of the patient to make payment unless otherwise specified.
The clinic does NOT direct bill 3rd party insurance companies unless otherwise informed. The clinic accepts cash, debit & credit card payments.

Careers
We are looking for full-time family physicians to build their practice or to relocate their current practice, and an opportunity to see walk-in patients. We are also looking for a Psychiatrist, and a Cardiologist to join our team of 5 family physicians, 3 specialists, and 2 part-time walk-in physicians. We will provide well trained staff, on-site billing, help with scheduling, LibreMD EMR system, and IT support. These services are all included in our competitive overhead rates. All you will need is to choose the hours you want to work and we will take care of the rest.
Requirements: Good standing with College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, hold an active license, and an active member of Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA). If you are interested, please contact us at sadiak415@gmail.com, cbambalan@aramedical.ca, or call us at 431-478-1550.
Ara Medical Clinic
R3M 3Z4
Canada