Improving opioid prescribing practices
New study reveals discontinuing opioid therapy for pain may increase risk of overdose; suggests enhanced prescribing guidance is needed.
Next generation of faculty of medicine researchers awarded federal funding
$275 million was invested in the latest cohort of scholarship and fellowship recipients.
Alumni UBC Achievement Awards honour members of faculty of medicine community
Drs. Elaine Carty, Pieter Cullis, Ruth Elwood Martin and John Spouge received awards.
Preventing overdoses for people leaving correctional centres who use stimulants
Study shows people who use stimulants face an increased risk of overdose following release from correctional centres.
UBC students create new occupational therapy role supporting children
The students developed an occupational therapy position at Alderwood Family Development Centre.
Dr. Melissa Lem receives 2022 Nature Inspiration Award for park prescription program
The awards recognize creative approaches to sustainability to connect Canadians with nature.
Diet and lifestyle education in a family practice clinic can benefit wellbeing
Researchers at UBC’s Southern Medical Program show how primary health professionals can help improve habits.
Elaine Carty and Dr. Carol Herbert inducted into the 2023 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame
The recognition honours outstanding leadership and contributions to medicine and the health sciences.
Faculty of medicine learners awarded Killam doctoral scholarships
The scholarships are awarded to the top doctoral candidates in the annual Tri-Agency/Affiliated Fellowships competition.
Strengthening pathogen research in British Columbia
New federal funding supports UBC researchers studying infectious diseases at the BCCDC Public Health Laboratory.