Described as one of Canada’s top modelling agencies, Sutherland Models Inc sits down with fellow model and dentist, Ian Chang, to discuss failing upwards in an increasingly image-based society, and the pitfalls of chasing the idea of productivity. Originally published as, “Model Feature: Ian Chang” on the Sutherland Blog, found HERE.

Sep 27
Sep 27 Out of Sight: Northern Dentistry - Part 1

Ian Chang

Dentistry, Education, Travel, Outreach

In this multi-part series, I share my experiences working with First Nations Reserves in Northern Ontario. As one dentist, the physical work I provide is limited and slow reaching. As one voice, I hope to raise awareness of the access to care barriers facing our neighbours.

Oct 3
Oct 3 Addressing Anxiety and Deconstructing Doubt

Ian Chang

Biography, Education, Humour, Philosophy, Travel, Psychology, Music

In this post we talk about anxiety, self-doubt, and Banana Republic. What does Doctor Ian do when experiencing a sudden spell of fear and hopelessness? Read on to find out.

Sep 14
Sep 14 Where are You REALLY From?

Ian Chang

Biography, Education, History, Humour, Modelling

In response to the question, “Where are you really from?”, we take an unnecessarily deep dive into Doctor Ian’s roots and discover that the answers really are as boring as they appear. Full of laughs, tears, and nods to stay awake, this is the read that the world hasn’t been waiting for.

Sep 10
Sep 10 Discussions with the Doctor: Episode 1

Ian Chang

Biography, Dentistry, Modelling, Humour

In this inaugural DwD, we talk about the complexity of asking one’s age, necessity of fillings, and The King Singers.

Aug 15
Aug 15 Detained at Customs: New Zealand

Ian Chang

Travel, Humour

My brother and I are taken to the infamous “back room” while trying to pass New Zealand customs. Did we survive? (Of course we did - otherwise who’d be writing this entry? …or may be only I survived?!) Read on to find out.

Jul 2
Jul 2 Telling Parents and Testing Assumptions

Ian Chang

Biography, Modelling, Philosophy

How do you tell your parents that you’re moving to Singapore to pursue modelling? In this post I talk about the importance of challenging assumptions, and how the image of our “parents” is an organic and ever-changing one.

May 31
May 31 10 Things I Am Terrible At

Ian Chang

Biography, Philosophy

Too busy to bring Doctor Ian down a few notches? Fear not - for I have done that for you! Here are 10 TERRIBLE traits keeping me from joining the “Renaissance Man Hall of Fame”.

You found me!

Apr 25
Apr 25 Sutherland: Model Feature

Sep 27
Sep 27 Out of Sight: Northern Dentistry - Part 1

Oct 3
Oct 3 Addressing Anxiety and Deconstructing Doubt

Sep 14
Sep 14 Where are You REALLY From?

Sep 10
Sep 10 Discussions with the Doctor: Episode 1

Aug 15
Aug 15 Detained at Customs: New Zealand

Jul 2
Jul 2 Telling Parents and Testing Assumptions

May 31
May 31 10 Things I Am Terrible At