ABOUT US
Innovating Access to Care, One Project at a Time
OUR STORY
Boundless Medical was founded by two Victoria-based family doctors, Dr. Bax and Dr. Shapiro. We shared a deep concern for patients falling through the cracks of the healthcare system. Working in a busy walk-in clinic, we often met people in crisis, not because of sudden illness, but because they had nowhere else to go. Preventable issues had become emergencies. Preventive care just wasn’t accessible for many.
When the COVID-19 pandemic began, centralized solutions were slow to arrive. Rather than wait, we took action investing in our own PCR machines and offering physician-led COVID testing that prioritized access and clinical care.
As the pandemic wound down, we retired our testing service and asked ourselves: What else is falling through the cracks?
That question led us to cancer screening, a critical part of preventative care that remains out of reach for many, especially those without a regular family doctor. Today, that’s where our focus lies. Through CanScreen, we’re helping bridge the gap between patients and the life-saving screenings they deserve.
Boundless Medical is small by design. We take on one project at a time so we can do it right, while continuing to care for our own family practice patients and support local nursing homes. By working closely with community partners, health system stakeholders, and fellow providers, we aim to bridge the gaps that others can’t, or won’t fill.
We may not be big, but we are deeply committed. Step by step, project by project, we’re doing what we can, where we are, to build a more accessible healthcare system for everyone.
CanScreen
At CanScreen, we understand the importance of accessible and reliable healthcare. Founded and operated by dedicated family physicians, our goal is to provide a seamless virtual screening service—delivering timely, accurate information to support your well-being.
We are committed to making screening available to all B.C. residents, especially those without a family doctor or nurse practitioner or those who face challenges accessing primary care.
Want to learn more? Tune in as Dr. Brian Goldman interviews Dr. Stuart Bax on CBC’s White Coat, Black Art to hear more about our mission and how we’re making healthcare more accessible.
MEET THE FOUNDERS
Founded by two physicians with a deep understanding of the intricate challenges faced by the healthcare system, we work to identify and address the root causes of these issues. Through research, collaboration with industry experts, and data-driven analysis, we are committed to transforming the landscape of healthcare.
Dr. Cal Shapiro
Dr. Shapiro completed his Family Medicine training at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario after having received his MD at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry in London, Ontario.
Dr. Shapiro has been in general practice for 10 years, with 5 years prior experience offering full-spectrum family medicine in predominantly First-Nations rural and remote communities. In addition to his role as the Medical Director of Boundless Medical, his current practice includes walk-in clinic and long-term care duties in Victoria, BC, serving predominantly patients without a family doctor.
Dr. Stuart Bax
Dr. Bax completed his General Practitioner Specialty training in London, UK, after earning his undergraduate degree at Oxford University and his post-graduate Bachelor of Medicine and Surgery from Warwick University.
As both a General Practitioner and walk-in physician Dr. Bax is dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care. He has a strong passion for preventative medicine and is committed to enhancing equity in the healthcare system, ensuring that all patients have access to the care they need for better health outcomes.