Dr. Christopher Wilkes

We are proud to welcome Dr. Christopher Wilkes, a distinguished psychiatrist with over three decades of experience, to the Sleep & Wake Clinic team on a part-time basis. Dr. Wilkes is widely respected for his exceptional contributions to child and adolescent psychiatry in Alberta and beyond. He holds the title of Professor Emeritus at the Cumming School of Medicine, University of Calgary, and serves as a Consulting Child, Adolescent, and Family Psychiatrist with Alberta Health Services. Additionally, he is a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, a Distinguished Life Fellow of the American Psychiatric Association, and an active member of the Alberta Medical Association.

A steadfast advocate for youth mental health, Dr. Wilkes has dedicated his career to addressing the mental health needs of vulnerable populations, including Indigenous communities. He has emphasized the importance of mental health literacy and recently called for expanded mental health supports in schools, advocating for accessible resources that empower young people to overcome challenges. His commitment to bridging clinical care and educational systems reflects his innovative approach to fostering well-being among youth.

At the Sleep & Wake Clinic, Dr. Wilkes will focus on creating collaborative, patient-centered care strategies to deliver the highest standard of mental health support for individuals and families. We are honored to have his expertise and leadership as part of our team.

For more information about our mental health services, please visit our services page.