Meet our Physician Team
Liezl Sullivan MD
Post Grad Dip (Aes Med.), MBChB, DRCOG, MRCGP, JCPTGP, CCFP
Medical Director, Willow Medical Aesthetics
I qualified as a medical doctor in 1994. I worked in various specialities before completing my qualifications as a Family Physician in 2002 in the UK.
Dr Sullivan has been practicing Aesthetic Medicine since 2005
During my training I developed an interest in skin procedures and over the course of time, broadened that interest to Medical Aesthetics & Women’s Wellness Medicine.
As a qualified family physician, I now focus on Women’s Wellness and have subsequently completed:
- General Practice postgraduate diploma in Obstetrics and Gynaecology in 1999
- Postgraduate diploma in Aesthetic Medicine in 2011
- General Practice postgraduate diploma in Dermatology in 2021
I provide a General Practice consultancy service in Dermatology and want to be clear that I am not a FRCP Dermatologist.
I am a member of the College of Family Physicians in Canada and Royal College of General Practitioners in the UK and in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC and General Medical Council in the UK.
Our clinic in Courtenay opened in April 2018 and the Campbell River clinic opened in July 2018.
Marlies Houwing MD
CCFP
Dr. Marlies Houwing is a licensed medical doctor who has been living and working in the Comox Valley since 2021. She obtained her medical degree from the University of Calgary in 2014 and completed her Family Medicine training at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine in 2016.
She is a member of the College of Family Physicians in Canada, and a member in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC.
She began her practice in medicine as a full-scope rural family physician in the Northwest Territories, where she gained extensive experience in procedural skills. She has since expanded her training into the field of Medical Aesthetics, and has a special interest in neuromodulator injectables for both cosmetic and therapeutic purposes.
Dr. Houwing’s goal is to help patients look and feel their best.
When not at work, she enjoys being active outdoors, knitting, dancing, and spending time with her husband, toddler, and their dog, Elrond.
Anne Morrison MD
MD
Dr. Anne Morrison grew up in Vancouver and completed her medical degree at the University of British Columbia. She started her career in family medicine, focusing on maternity care, and later gained experience in emergency medicine, Oncology and Palliative care.
Bringing her experience, care and compassion, she is a part of the Willow Medical team offering cosmetic Botox/Dysport, TMJ, O-Shot, G shot, Sculptra, Plasma Pen and Vaginal Rejuvenation.
Dr. Anne Morrison loves to spend time outdoors and travelling with her family.
Our Clinical Team
Natalie Edwards
Registered Nurse
Natalie Edwards
Registered Nurse
Natalie has always had a distinct interested in aesthetic medicine and is excited to be a member of the Willow Medical team.
Natalie was born and raised in Campbell River, and spends her weekends outdoors, hiking and camping. She enjoys all that Campbell River and the surrounding areas have to offer.
Colleen Hughes
Registered Nurse
Colleen Hughes
Registered Nurse
Driven by a long-standing passion for aesthetics, Colleen is thrilled to expand her career by joining the Willow Medical team. She is a certified neuromodulator nurse injector through The Botox Course of Canada and looks forward to continuing to refine her skills and broaden her expertise in aesthetic medicine.
When she’s not in the clinic, Colleen enjoys spending quality time with family, friends, and her two corgis. Having grown up in the Comox Valley, she embraces the coastal lifestyle and all that island living offers.
Ali Usher
Registered Nurse
Ali Usher
Registered Nurse
For the past eight years, she’s been part of the Oncology team at North Island Hospital, where she continues to care for patients with compassion and dedication.
Ali has always had a passion for medical aesthetics and helping people feel confident in their own skin. In 2024, she completed her neuromodulator training and is excited to bring this new skill to her community. She is thrilled to bring her caring approach to the aesthetics field, helping clients look and feel their best with natural, confidence-boosting results.
Malinda
Medical Aesthetician
Malinda
Medical Aesthetician
When not at work Malinda enjoys spending time with her family, kayaking, paddleboarding, playing disc gold and camping.
Ashley
Medical Aesthetician
Ashley
Medical Aesthetician
She is committed to delivering exceptional results through a personalised approach, crafting tailored treatment plans that prioritise overall skin health and address each client's unique concerns.
Outside of her professional life, Ashley is an avid outdoor enthusiast who loves camping and exploring nature.
Karen Vermaak
Medical Aesthetician
Karen Vermaak
Medical Aesthetician
Outside of her professional life, Karen is family-oriented and cherishes time spent visiting loved ones. She finds joy in the tranquillity of the outdoors and embraces adventure, travel, and creating lasting memories.
