With the founding of Southern Ontario Fertility Technologies, Dr. Martin brings a very special approach to the treatment of infertility.

First of all, he wants his patients to be well informed. To do this, he has developed an extensive set of information packages, which cover all topics of infertility.

He also believes infertility services should be caring, available, affordable and as non-stressful as possible. SOFT's capable and caring staff take into account all aspects of the patients they serve.

At the clinic, research in intrauterine insemination, ovulation induction, IVF, male infertility, endometriosis, ovarian reserve, polycystic ovary syndrome, menopause and others, are continued and expanded.

Dr. James S. B. Martin

During his career Dr. Martin has received 12 awards for Academic performance, teaching or research, published 14 scientific papers, presented 57 abstracts and presentations at scientific meetings and countless presentations in the community for continuing medical education. He has also received additional training in Andrology (male infertility), Laser Surgery, Microsurgery, Minimally invasive surgery (laparoscopy and hysteroscopy) and Ultrasound.

Dr. Suzanne Muise, MD, FRCS(c)

Dr. Suzanne Muise brings a wealth of knowledge to the clinic, joining S.O.F.T in 2008. 

Dr. Muise was born in Bridgewater, Nova Scotia, and in 1997 received her Undergraduate at the University of Arcadia.  Dr. Muise continued her studies, where she received a partial Masters and obtained her Medical degree from Dalhousie University in 2001. 

Currently a practicing OB/GYN in St. Thomas, Dr. Muise certainly is keeping busy!  A lover of music, reading, swimming and ‘sometimes’ cooking, when she does have some free time, Dr. Muise likes spending it with her husband and three children.

Pat McCabe, BSW, RN

Pat has been the Nursing Director at the S.O.F.T. clinic since October 2000. She has many roles at the clinic such as coordinating IVF and IUI cycles and providing our patients with information and instructions about their treatment.

Pat is a mother of three sons.  When she’s not running her boys to soccer or karate, she enjoys gardening, reading, needlepoint and knitting.

Annette Bueschleb, RDMS

Lisa Smith, RPN

Lisa is one of our Nurses here at the clinic. She has been with S.O.F.T for over 3 years, and works part-time at a Long Term Care facility. Lisa readily says that she has learned that you often have to work hard for what you want in life, and she loves to take courses and continue to learn. Prior to working at the S.O.F.T clinic, Lisa worked in a physician’s office.

Lisa likes working at S.O.F.T because she enjoys people, and her role at the clinic challenges her to continue to learn and grow professionally. She is a ‘jack-of-all-trades’ in the office, so sometimes you might meet up with her during an IUI or an ultrasound!

Lisa was born in St. Catherines, Ontario and moved to St. Thomas, Ontario during her high school years. She has two children, and when she is not working she enjoys spending time with her family, shopping, hockey and water sports.

Cathy Langley, R.N.

Cathy joined the S.O.F.T clinic in 2002. Her many years of experience working with patients in fertility treatment have been an asset to her work at S.O.F.T. Cathy enjoys the opportunity to continue to learn in her work at the clinic, and she is very dedicated to helping patients who are going through fertility treatment.

Cathy enjoys spending her downtime with her husband and two children.

Meagan Ferris

This is one of Meagan’s first jobs within the healthcare industry, and she’s a natural!  Hard-working and motivated to learn, the world of Nursing is about to receive a special talent.  With her warm and friendly personality, it’s hard not to like Meagan!

While receiving her BScN from the University of Western Ontario, and becoming a Registered Nurse through Fanshawe College, Meagan has interned with Parkwood Hospital and the London Health Sciences Centre, as well as completing her clinical rotation through Woodstock General Hospital.

After working in a Daycare for 5 years, Meagan definitely knows how to keep cool under pressure!  When she’s not working (which seems rare these days!), Meagan enjoys spending time with her husband, fishing, shopping, or curling up for a good nap!  Meagan has a bright future in the healthcare world, and we are lucky to have her as a member of the staff here at S.O.F.T.

Michelle Rokeby-Baker, RT

Michelle Rokeby-Baker joined the SOFT team in November 2002 as the clinic’s Laboratory Director.

Michelle has worked in a variety of medical laboratories in Southwestern Ontario since graduating from the Toronto Institute of Medical Technology as a certified Laboratory Technologist. Her experience includes working for over five years at County Medical Laboratory in Simcoe Ontario as the head of Microbiology and Urinalysis, one year in Haematology at MDS Laboratories and two years at Woodlyn Laboratories in Guelph Ontario.

When she’s not working, she enjoys being outdoors, fishing, gardening and camping or spending time with her husband, 5 cats and her dog. Michelle is also an active volunteer in Port Burwell where she is involved with the Optimists, the Recreation Society and the Port Burwell Legion.

Shalan Moore, MLA, CHA

Luke Hoy, MLA

Luke is one of our lab technicians, handling the weekend workload here in the clinic.  Graduating from Southwestern Medix School, Luke has worked in various hospital and laboratory settings, including Gamma Dynacare and Parkwood Hospital here in London, as well as Misericordia Community Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta.

Luke has a passion for learning, and has future plans to return to school to earn his BSc.  When he’s not working, Luke loves hanging out with his greyhound Darcy.

Maureen McKenzie

Maureen is the office manager for S.O.F.T, and she brings a wealth of experiences to her work at the clinic. She has worked in a variety of settings, from radio broadcasting to hospitals and orthotics. She is dedicated to the work our clinic, and she believes in being part of an office where patient-centered care is top priority.

Maureen likes people and she enjoys helping others. She truly is the “hub of the wheel” at the clinic, and she is a great resource for both the patients and the staff.

As gregarious as Maureen is in the clinic setting, she is a little shy about having her picture taken, so you will have to simply meet her in person!

Debra Tilley

Deb is one the latest additions to the S.O.F.T clinic, joining the staff in 2008. As our receptionist, she’ll be the first person you see when you come into the office, and she always greets everyone with a warm smile! Originally from Round Harbour, Newfoundland (with a population of 28!), Deb moved to Toronto in 1980 where she owned and operated an Esthetic Salon for 17 years. As a registered nail technician, Deb had the opportunity to sit, chat, and connect with people all day long, and when you walk into the clinic, you’ll see that’s something she thrives at. Years of customer service and client interaction, as well as her warm personality, gives Deb the ability to instantly build a rapport with anyone that walks in our door!

When she’s not working here at the clinic, Deb still runs a small nail salon from her home. She enjoys spending her downtime with her two daughters.

Katie McKenzie

Katie is one of the receptionists here at the clinic.  Joining S.O.F.T in 2008, Katie brings with her 8 years of customer and patient service experience.

Katie loves her job with the clinic, and feels privileged to be part of a team doing work that truly makes an impact in the lives of others.  She often says how lucky she feels to be doing such meaningful and interesting work.

A self-confessed ‘nerd’, Katie is interested in continuing her studies to pursue a career in the medical field, and loves learning new things.  When she’s not working, Katie enjoys reading and spending time with her family. 

Chris Churchill, RN, RDMS

Chris is a casual employee here at the clinic, so you will most likely see her if you visit the clinic on a weekend.  Chris graduated from Fanshawe College in 1979, and became a registered Ultrasonographer in 1989. 

Not only does Chris have extensive experience in ultrasonography, she spends her weekdays working as a Labour Nurse at St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital. 

When she’s not working, Chris enjoys anything outdoors, from cycling and skiing, to boating!  She enjoys spending time with her husband and two children, and is about to be a grandmother (twice over!) for the first time.

Farah Khan, RDMS

Farah joined the S.O.F.T team in 2008 as one of our part-time ultrasonographers.  Originally from Pakistan, Farah received a degree in Medicine and Surgery, specializing in Obstetrics, in 2002.  After moving to Canada, Farah returned to school to study Ultrasound, completing her RDMS certification in 2004.

Farah has previously worked for a clinic in Sarnia, where she performed pregnancy ultrasounds, as well as muscular/skeletal and abdominal scans.

When she’s not at work, Farah can most likely be found running after her two toddlers!  When she does find time for herself, she enjoys music and spending some quiet time reading.

Jennifer Forth

Jenn is currently enrolled in her second year at the University of Western Ontario, on the road to becoming a Registered Nurse.  As part of her clinical rotation, Jenn has had the opportunity to gain experience working in a wide range of medical settings, including the Psychology department of Victoria Hospital, and with long-term care patients at McCormick home.  Working at the S.O.F.T clinic while in school has given Jenn an inside look at the world of fertility, and she feels that she would be interested in pursuing a career in Reproductive Medicine.

Jenn has 7 years experience taking blood, and has worked in the Gamma Dynacare lab here in London.  When she’s not cramming for a test, she enjoys spending time playing baseball with her league, and (of all things!) Dragonboating.

Cheryl Lawson, RDMS

Cheryl is one of our part-time ultrasound techs here at the clinic, which means you will usually see her if you’re monitoring on the weekend.  She works full-time through the week running the ultrasound in Victoria Hospital, where she has been for 2 years.  She has said that she feels lucky to be where she is, because she truly loves her job!

Cheryl was born in Moncton, New Brunswick, and moved out here to attend school at Baker College in Port Huron, Michigan.  Friends and family are important parts her Cheryl’s life, and when she gets some time off she enjoys going horseback-riding and playing volleyball.