Congratulations CIHR Grant Recipients!
Congratulations to the BC Children’s and BC Women’s investigators who were awarded funding through the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Project Grants Spring 2021 competition. Our research community received more than $6 million in new research grants. [FULL ARTICLE WITH PROJECT LIST] A special shout out goes to: Dr. Bruce Vallance Dr. Catherine Biggs […]
Congratulations to Drs. Julie Bettinger & Stuart Turvey!
2021 Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement Award Recipients have been announced and Drs. Julie Bettinger & Stuart Turvey’s contributions have been recognized. Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty members who exemplify exceptional contributions in the areas of education, research and/or service, and who are dedicated to advancing both the Faculty’s values and vision […]
Congratulations to Dr. Mariana Brussoni!
Dr. Mariana Brussoni has been appointed the Director for the Human Early Learning Partnership (HELP) effective August 1, 2021 until June 30, 2026. HELP is a collaborative and interdisciplinary research network based at the School of Population and Public Health (SPPH), UBC. Dr. Brussoni is an Associate Professor in the Department of Pediatrics and SPPH, […]
Beyond the Classroom: Clinical Faculty Spotlight on Dr. Kirsten Miller
Get to know more about Dr. Kirsten Miller, Clinical Assistant Professor with the Department of Pediatrics, based out of Prince George, BC. She was recently featured in a new series entitled, Beyond the Classroom, where clinical faculty across the province are highlighted for the inspiring work they do training the next generation of doctors and […]
Congratulations to Drs. Sylvia Cheng, Paul Thiessen, and Tom McLaughlin!
The Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS) has announced its 2021 award winners, honouring those who demonstrate excellence in paediatric research, advocacy, health promotion and education. [MORE] The Department of Pediatrics was well represented in several categories, they are: Certificate of Merit: For CPS members who have made outstanding contributions at the regional level. Dr. Sylvia […]
Congratulations Dr. Manish Sadarangani!
Congratulations to Dr. Manish Sadarangani who is the 2021 Emerging Academic Leader Award (Large Institution Category) recipient from the Pediatrics Chairs of Canada. Dr. Sadarangani is an Associate Professor, Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia; Director, Vaccine Evaluation Center, BC Children’s Hospital; Investigator, BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute; and, Sauder Family […]
Congratulations to Dr. Mary Connolly!
Dr. Mary Connolly, Head of the Division of Neurology is the recipient of the Clinician Practitioner Excellence in Leadership Award from the Pediatric Chairs of Canada. This award acknowledges individuals who advance educational innovation that enhances the quality of teaching related to children and youth. Dr. Connolly’s research centers on various aspects of pediatric neurology, […]
Poster presentations & Vision Statements by Drs. Caron Strahlendorf and Steven Miller, shortlisted candidates for Head, Department of Pediatrics, UBC and Chief of Pediatrics, BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre position
On behalf of the UBC Faculty of Medicine Dean’s office, the two shortlisted candidates for Head, Department of Pediatrics, UBC and Chief of Pediatrics, BC Children’s Hospital and BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre position will be presenting their vision statements on June 21 & 30 2021. Download the Presentation Posters Realizing the Person in […]
Congratulations to Drs. Quynh Doan & Laura Sly!
The YWCA Women of Distinction Awards honours individuals and organizations whose outstanding activities and achievements contribute to the well-being and future of the community. This year, five women from across PHSA have been included in this year’s list of nominees. PHSA’s nominees span two categories: Health & Wellness and Research, the Sciences & Technology. These […]
The Dr. Allison Eddy Lectureship in Pediatric Healthcare Excellence
Please help establish The Dr. Allison Eddy Lectureship in Pediatric Healthcare Excellence which will showcase clinical and patient-oriented research that advances knowledge and best practices in the field of pediatric healthcare. Named for Dr. Allison Eddy, Professor and Head of the UBC Department of Pediatrics at BC Children’s Hospital, raised funds will help launch the lectureship […]