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Dr. Marco Marra appointed to UBC’s highest faculty honour: University Killam Professor
January 13, 2025The Professorship recognizes exceptional teachers and researchers who have received international recognition for their achievements. Read More >

Physician-paramedic teams can save lives: new study
January 13, 2025New UBC research shows how interprofessional pre-hospital care can improve patient outcomes, especially in rural and remote communities. Read More >

UBC Medicine’s Dr. Marco Marra appointed to the Order of Canada
December 19, 2024Considered one of the country’s highest honours, Dr. Marra is recognized for his extraordinary contributions to genomics and cancer research. Read More >

Dr. Laura Evgin named Canada Gairdner Early Career Investigator
December 17, 2024Dr. Evgin is recognized for her research focused on enhancing the efficacy and accessibility of CAR T-cell therapy. Read More >

Study highlights rise in severe Shigella infections among people experiencing homelessness
December 16, 2024Findings shed light on emerging infectious disease issue disproportionately impacting vulnerable populations. Read More >

Dr. Francesca Capon named Donald Rix B.C. Leadership Chair in Genetic Medicine
December 16, 2024Dr. Capon is an internationally recognized expert in the genetic and immune basis of inflammatory skin diseases. Read More >

Year in Review 2024
December 16, 2024As 2024 comes to a close, we’re taking a look back at a few of the Faculty of Medicine’s many achievements from the past year and looking ahead at what’s to come. Explore the highlights and learn about some of our bold plans and ambitions for the Faculty’s upcoming 75th-anniversary year — and beyond. Read More >

2024 alumni UBC Achievement Awards honour faculty of medicine community members
December 10, 2024Drs. Jan Christilaw and Paul Sanberg were honoured for extraordinary efforts to advance UBC’s commitment to healthy lives, a healthy planet and healthy societies. Read More >

UBC Medicine researchers bridging evidence and impact with 2024 Health Research BC funding
November 29, 2024Team-based projects address key topics including population aging, women’s health and the health impacts of climate change. Read More >

Lifestyle program geared at hockey fans helps improve men’s health
November 28, 2024Tapping into people’s passion for hockey an effective way to promote positive health and lifestyle changes. Read More >