I was born in Victoria and graduated from the University of Victoria with a B.Sc. in Zoology before attending Saskatoon's Western College of Veterinary Medicine.

By graduating in 1985 as a veterinarian, I thought I had achieved my childhood dream of becoming someone 'who would be able to help animals.' However, I feel it was only through my subsequent studies in less mainstream medical fields such as Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), Homeopathy and Veterinary Chiropractic that I was able to more completely realize that commitment.

In 1998, after studying acupuncture on my own for several years, I decided to enroll in Canada's oldest school of TCM, Victoria's Canadian College of Oriental Medicine and formalize my training. In 2002, after four years, I completed my training in acupuncture, tui na, food therapy and herbology and wrote the BC licensing exam to become a human acupuncturist (L.Ac.). While in my final year at the college, I completed Dr. Richard Pitcairn's professional course in veterinary homeopathy. I further expanded my training with the Healing Oasis Course in Veterinary Chiropractic which I completed in 2010.

While accepting that learning is never finished, in 2012 I felt that the time was right to start my integrated veterinary practice, East Gate Veterinary Services.

Pi was a native of Sooke BC and received his early veterinary training at Saseenos Veterinary Clinic.

His career choice involved a move to Victoria and the more relaxed environment of a house call practice.

Behind the scenes, he worked tirelessly in a management position at the office of East Gate Veterinary Services. His role included reception, security, morale and food inspection.

His hobbies were bird watching, meditation and gardening.

He is missed by all!