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.
Ordinary care in extraordinary times
September 18, 2023
UBC community members are lending their support to Ukraine.
Closing the gap in Alzheimer’s research
September 11, 2023
UBC researchers are working to increase Asian representation in Alzheimer’s research
Back to School 2023
August 31, 2023
Meet some of the new and returning learners at the Faculty of Medicine.
Inspiring rural B.C. high school students to pursue healthcare careers
June 12, 2023
As part of the Healthcare Travelling Roadshow, UBC learners travelled across rural B.C. to showcase careers in healthcare to the next generation.
We raise our hands up to the UBC Indigenous medical graduates of 2023!
June 5, 2023
This spring, nine new Indigenous medical students graduated from UBC’s medical school.
UBC expands occupational therapy program in northern B.C.
April 24, 2023
Learn how training students in the region is improving culturally safe care, accessibility and community inclusion.
Bringing lifesaving medicines to Canadians
March 27, 2023
Leaders from across B.C.’s biotech sector gathered to launch a new national research hub led by UBC
Taking aim at cancer
March 13, 2023
UBC biotech spin-off raises $75M to bring precision cancer treatments to patients.
The Next Big Question
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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