Understanding the risks of extreme heat and wildfire smoke
UBC’s Dr. Sarah Henderson discusses her latest research into combined exposures, and what’s needed to protect those at risk.
Beyond the diagnosis: Supporting parents of children with heart conditions
UBC study uncovers the emotional weight and support gaps experienced by families.
Children with chronic medical conditions at greater risk of hospitalization from RSV
As new preventative treatments for RSV become available, a UBC study is shedding light on the children who are most at risk.
UBC Medicine researchers awarded federal funding for 35 projects addressing key health priorities
The projects funded by CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC will advance new knowledge and discoveries to address some of the most pressing health challenges facing Canadians.
From medical school to medical leadership
UBC Southern Medical Program student-led research addresses gaps in primary care for rural cancer survivors
UBC Medicine faculty members appointed to the Order of Canada
Considered one of the country’s highest honours, Drs. Allison Eddy, Lorraine Greaves and Bonnnie Henry are recognized for their extraordinary contributions to Canadian society.
Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Award Recipients 2025
The awards acknowledge faculty members who have made exceptional contributions in the areas of education, research and/or service.
BC Cancer and UBC roll out the fastest PET/CT scanner in Canada
The next-generation scanner will improve diagnostic imaging and accelerate research on novel imaging agents and cancer treatments.
Internationally renowned clinician-scientist to lead Faculty of Medicine and UBC Health
Dr. Sharmila Anandasabapathy will begin a five-year term in November, 2025
Celebrating changemaking women in the Faculty of Medicine
From the preeminent Parkinson’s disease researcher in our inaugural graduating class to the visionary radiologist who launched the province’s mammography program, we invite you to learn about and celebrate some of the incredible women researchers, clinicians and educators of our past, present and future.