Meet the Team
YOUR DENTISTS
Dr. Billy Yu
Dentist
Born and raised in Richmond BC, Dr. Billy Yu graduated with a Bachelor of Science from UBC and a Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Western Ontario. With a passion for dentistry, he joined Richlea Dental in 2006. Apart from his practice, Dr. Yu has been a part-time instructor at the UBC Faculty of Dentistry since 2009. He strives to make every dental visit a positive experience, whether you're a first-time patient or a long-term one. Driven by his commitment to excellence, Dr. Yu is dedicated to providing personalized and quality care for all his patients.
Dr. Vivian Chow
Dentist
Born and raised in Ontario, Dr. Chow obtained her DDS with Honours from the esteemed University of Western Ontario. Throughout her academic journey, Dr. Chow’s unwavering commitment to excellence led her to receive the Gold Medal in Chemistry and Biochemistry from the University of Windsor. She was also honoured as a finalist for the distinguished Rhodes Scholar Program, a recognition that highlights her exceptional academic and community achievements.
Dr. Chow’s contributions to the dental community have included serving as a valued member of the Board of Directors as well as Past President for the Vancouver and District Dental Society (VDDS). In addition, she generously shares her knowledge and expertise as a part-time clinical instructor at the UBC Faculty of Dentistry, nurturing the aspiring dental professionals.
Outside of the practice, Dr. Chow finds simple joys in savouring delicious food, exploring her culinary skills, and spending time with her husband and three young children. Dr. Chow takes pleasure in meeting new patients and believes in conservative and preventative treatment to help her patients obtain the best for their oral health.
Dr. Varada Sahasrabudhe
Dentist
Born in Fredericton, and raised in Victoria, Dr. Varada ('Ver-da') moved to Vancouver to pursue her Doctor of Dental Medicine degree at UBC. She then acquired a wealth of experience in a general practice residency through Vancouver Coastal Health, working in hospitals, rural and outreach clinics, and the BC Cancer Agency.
With a dedication to providing high-quality and gentle dental care, Dr. Varada strives to ensure that her patients are fully informed about their treatment options before making decisions that align with their oral health goals. Her passion for dentistry and commitment to patient satisfaction makes her a valuable addition to our team, and we are excited for our patients to benefit from her expertise. In her spare time, Dr Varada enjoys dancing, cooking, and baking, and she is always open to hearing new recipe ideas! We invite you to schedule an appointment with us to have the opportunity to meet Dr. Varada and benefit from her exceptional dental care.
YOUR TEAM
Set
Registered
Dental Hygienist
Cassidy
Registered
Dental Hygienist
Elena
Registered
Dental Hygienist
Wendy
Certified
Dental Assistant
Sheena
Certified
Dental Assistant
Jolene
Treatment Coordinator