Dr. Hana Darrach-Cottick, General Dentist
A personal note from
Dr. Hana
I consider it both a pleasure and a privilege to provide care to my community. As a dentist, my role is to support patients in understanding their oral health and making informed decisions that align with their personal goals. I am eager to answer questions and connect patients with resources that can assist them on their journey. My aim is to foster an inclusive, non-judgmental, and comfortable environment. Beyond delivering excellent dental care, I strive to ensure every patient feels seen, heard, and valued. I am thrilled to join the Fernwood Dental team.
Dr. Hana Darrach-Cottick was born and raised on Treaty 1 lands (Winnipeg, MB). After developing a fondness for the west coast, they moved to the territory of the lək̓ʷəŋən-speaking and W̱SÁNEĆ peoples (Victoria, BC). She graduated with her Bachelor of Sciences in Biology at the University of Victoria, where she excelled academically and contributed to the university community by teaching in the Human Anatomy and Osteology laboratories.
Her interest in life sciences and dedication to helping others led her to the University of British Columbia, where she earned her Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) degree in 2022. While studying at UBC, they were recognized with prestigious awards, including: the American College of Dentists (BC Section) Award in Ethics and Professionalism, Western Canada Dental Society Award in Dentistry, Dr. Jeanne Craig Sinkford - ADEA Student Leadership Award, and The Quintessence Award for Clinical Achievement in Periodontics.
Dr. Hana lives in Victoria with her partner and their cherished cat, Minnow. They are passionate about sewing, especially with vintage and repurposed materials, and extends her creativity to fixing and refinishing vintage furniture.