UBC launches new lab to combat healthcare’s environmental impact
From transforming hospital food systems to driving innovation in medical device design, a team of researchers will generate solutions to lessen the footprint of healthcare in B.C.
International Women’s Day 2021
Meet some of the outstanding women in the Faculty of Medicine who are transforming health for everyone.
COVID-19 simulation guide supports rural health care response
New training protocols, co-developed by UBC’s Dr. Jared Baylis, are building confidence among front-line staff
B.C. youth help guide mental health research at UBC
New UBC initiative engages youth with lived experience to help inform mental health and substance use research.
Bringing COVID-19 safety measures into B.C.’s Sikh temples
UBC medical student Sukhmeet Sachal is delivering public health information to help protect the Sikh community.
National survey supports Canadians living with disabilities during COVID-19
Findings will help ensure strategies meet the needs of people of all abilities.
Dr. Srinivas Murthy named research chair in pandemic preparedness
The position will support Dr. Murthy in his research on pandemic clinical research.
Sexual health and domestic violence during COVID-19
Dr. Lori Brotto is leading a national survey to measure changes in sexual health and the prevalence of gender-based violence during COVID-19.
Standing up for change
Roslyn Goldner is promoting respect and professionalism while tackling systemic discrimination, bias and mistreatment.
Primary Care Innovation Support Unit takes on team-based care
The Department of Family Practice’s Primary Care Innovation Support Unit was launched in 2018, thanks to the Faculty of Medicine’s Strategic Investment Fund.