
Chilliwack doctor set to run for MLA in this year’s provincial election
CHILLIWACK — Fraser Valley Today has learned that Dr. David Moniz, a Chilliwack emergency physician and anesthetist who works at Chilliwack General Hospital, will run as a BC United MLA candidate in this year’s provincial election.
Fraser Valley Today confirmed with Dr. Moniz this past week and Monday morning (Apr. 15) that he is set to run in the Chilliwack North riding where he’ll compete against BC NDP MLA Dan Coulter and B.C. Conservative candidate Heather Maahs.
His X/Twitter profile states that he is an anesthetist/emergency physician/family physician, in addition to being a father, husband, brother, and uncle. He says he is an advocate for health system reform and healthcare modernization.
According to his LinkedIn profile, Dr. Moniz describes himself as a dedicated and versatile medical practitioner and fellow in rural and remote medicine. He currently serves as an emergency physician at CGH, including his previous role as acting director of medical services at CGH.