Feature Stories

Discover the stories shaping the future of health. From tackling health inequities to advancing cutting-edge research and education, these features showcase how the UBC Faculty of Medicine is turning bold ideas into transformative action. Explore how we’re creating a healthier, more inclusive future for everyone.

Drug Discovery at an Atomic Scale

UBC’s Dr. Sriram Subramaniam is using powerful cryo-electron microscopes to accelerate drug development for cancer, infectious diseases and more.

Can your breath be used to detect lung cancer

In the first laboratory of its kind in North America, UBC’s Dr. Renelle Myers is harnessing the power of breath in the hopes of saving more lives, sooner.

Celebrating UBC Resident Doctors

More than 1,440 UBC resident doctors are delivering excellence in health care for British Columbians

Endometriosis: Towards better diagnosis and treatment

UBC’s Dr. Paul Yong is helping ignite change for thousands of people faced with the painful disorder.

Could chicken eggs help revolutionize cancer treatment for children?

UBC’s Dr. James Lim is part of a research team helping to bring new hope to children battling hard-to-treat cancers.

Future-proofing health in a changing climate

Researchers and community members came together to celebrate the latest issue of Pathways Magazine — and spark new research collaborations on climate change, planetary health and health of populations.

Tuum Est! Fall Graduation 2023

Congratulations to the Class of 2023

Detecting breast cancer sooner

Dr. Paula Gordon’s research is helping ensure women have access to life-saving breast cancer screening.

Contemplating National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Derek Thompson – Thlaapkiituup, Director, Indigenous Engagement reflects on the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Ordinary care in extraordinary times

UBC community members are lending their support to Ukraine.

Curiosity, when coupled with research, has the power to change the world. Go behind the scenes with UBC Faculty of Medicine researchers who are sparking new ideas, asking big questions, and helping unlock remarkable discoveries to help transform health for everyone.

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