UBC neurologist to lead national clinical trial of MS treatment
Led by Assistant Professor of Neurology Anthony Traboulsee, the study will examine the efficacy of unblocking head and neck veins.
Premier opens Southern Medical Program's Reichwald Health Sciences Centre
The building, constructed with a $32.7-million investment by the B.C. government, will ultimately accommodate 128 MD students.
The impact of arthritis on mothers
Professor Catherine Backman describes her study’s methodology and findings in a 2-minute video.
Collaborative maternity program results in fewer C-sections, shorter hospital stays: UBC/CFRI research
The study, led by Professor Patricia Janssen, followed women who used Vancouver’s South Community Birth Program.
Combination of blood thinning drugs shown to be ineffective as stroke preventer
Neurology Professor Oscar Benavente is leading a $66-million study aimed at preventing recurrences of small subcortical strokes.
Prescription database helps check use of addictive drugs: UBC research
The study examined B.C.’s PharmaNet, which allows pharmacists to view the most recent 14 months of a patient’s medication use.
UBC leads the way in using new technologies to train future doctors
New tools, including simulation labs and virtual patients, provide valuable hands-on training for medical students.
InterCultural Online Network receives funding to help prevent and manage diabetes in BC’s multicultural rural communities
The project will establish a peer-support diabetes program.
The medical dimension of the Olympics
Faculty members Jack Taunton and Robert McCormack share their first-hand insights with the CMAJ.
Working to protect Olympic athletes from injuries
Babak Shadgan, a postdoctoral research fellow, aims to develop evidence-based recommendations for wrestling and other sports.