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Congratulations to Dr. Emily Kieran | Head, Division of Neonatology, Department of Pediatrics, UBC & BCCHAug 14, 2024We are pleased to announce the promotion of Dr. Emily Kieran to Head, Division of Neonatology, effective August 1, 2024. We are grateful for her service to the organization as Interim Division Head since January 1, 2023. Dr. Kieran obtained her Bachelor of Medicine from the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland, and then she […] Read More >
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Welcome to Dr. Rachel Eddy!Jul 17, 2024The Department of Pediatrics, UBC & BCCH is pleased to announce that Dr. Rachel Eddy has joined our team, effective July 15, 2024. Dr. Rachel Eddy will hold a joint appointment as an Assistant Professor in the Departments of Pediatrics, UBC & BCCH and Radiology, UBC. She is an Investigator with the UBC Centre for […] Read More >
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Ms. Astrid De Souza MSc, BSc | Pediatrics Residency Wellness LeadJul 08, 2024We are excited to announce that Ms. Astrid De Souza MSc, BSc is our new Pediatrics Residency Wellness Lead, effective July 1, 2024. Astrid is a Clinical Exercise Physiologist who has worked in the Division of Cardiology since 2006. In addition to her clinical role that is largely focused on supporting the physical health and […] Read More >
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Clinical Faculty Mentoring Program 2024-25Jun 26, 2024Applications are now open for the Clinical Faculty Mentoring Program! The Department of Pediatrics is currently recruiting mentees and mentors. This is a great opportunity to gain skills as a mentor and an opportunity for mentorship within pediatrics but also across disciplines. There are opportunities to link within this program to other faculty development and […] Read More >
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2024 Faculty of Medicine Distinguished Achievement AwardsCongratulations to Drs. Manish Sadarangani, Mariana Brussoni, and Angela Devlin on their awards! Dr. Manish Sadarangani | Overall Excellence — Mid-Career Recognizes outstanding contributions in the areas of research, education and service. Dr. Mariana Brussoni | Service to the University and Community Recognizes significant contributions to local, national or international communities aimed at improved health […] Read More >
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One-on-One with Quynh Doan, PhD, MHSc, MDCM, FRCPCJun 21, 2024Just out! Check out the new Faculty of Medicine Leadership 1-1 Q&A with Dr. Quynh Doan, Associate Dean, Research, BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute Institute. Learn more about how Dr. Doan plans to lead the Institute’s mission to conduct discovery, translational and clinical research to benefit the health of children and their families. MORE Read More >
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Congratulations to Dr. Anne Synnes!Jun 18, 2024Dr. Synnes is the recipient of the 2024 Distinguished Neonatologist Award from the Canadian Paediatric Society. She is a neonatologist, clinical professor, researcher, and leader in neonatal follow-up. Her passion is improving outcomes for vulnerable children born sick or preterm. Dr.Synnes was a steering committee member of the Canadian Neonatal Network from its earliest days, […] Read More >
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Congratulations to Dr. Stuart Turvey!Recently, Dr. Turvey was bestowed with the 2024 Career Research Award from the Canadian Paediatric Society for both his research and for mentoring the next generation of child health clinician-scientists. He is a clinical immunologist and professor of paediatrics at the University of British Columbia. Established in 2009, the Career Research Award is a biennial […] Read More >
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Congratulations Dr. Glen Ward!Congratulations to Dr. Glen Ward on receiving his Life Membership Award from the Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS) to recognize his engagement with CPS over the years. Life Membership is an honour reserved for members who have made a significant contribution to the CPS. Life members have demonstrated tremendous dedication to advancing the health of children […] Read More >
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Congratulations Dr. Kayla Parker!Every year, students from the Southern Medical Program (SMP) recognize outstanding faculty and staff that made an impact to their medical education. For a second year in a row, Dr. Kayla Parker, Clinical Instructor with the Department of Pediatrics, based out of Kamloops was recognized. In 2023, Dr. Parker was awarded the Year 3 Southern […] Read More >
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Congratulations to Dr. Lena Xiao!Jun 17, 2024Congratulations to Dr. Lena Xiao, Clinical Assistant Professor from the Division of Respiratory Medicine. She is the 2024 recipient of the American Thoracic Society’s (ATS) Carole L. Marcus Outstanding Achievement Award. This award recognizes career accomplishments in pediatric sleep and respiratory neurobiology. ATS aims to improve global health by advancing research, patient care, and public […] Read More >
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2024 Department of Pediatrics Residency Program AwardsCongratulations to all of our new graduates and a special kudos to our residency program award winners! For 2024, they are: Drs. Rozalyn Chok, Sripadh Upadhya, Sabine Lague, Gurkirat Kandola, Tanjot Singh, Safia Ladha, Asia van Buuren, Odion Kalaci, Adam Hoffman, Asman Atwal, Abrar Hossain, Ms. Basmah Bajunaid and Ms. Janet White and Langley Memorial […] Read More >
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Welcome to Dr. Susan Samuel!Jun 06, 2024The Department of Pediatrics, UBC & BCCH; the Division of Nephrology; and, BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute are pleased to announce that Dr. Susan Samuel, will be joining us on August 1, 2024. Dr. Samuel is a Professor at the Department of Pediatrics, Cumming School of Medicine, at the University of Calgary, Alberta; she is […] Read More >
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Leadership announcement: Dr. Thiviya Selvanathan, Research Course Director, Pediatric Residency Program | Department of Pediatrics, UBC & BCCHJun 05, 2024Please join us in congratulating Dr. Thiviya Selvanathan in her new role as Research Course Director for our Pediatric Residency program. Dr. Thiviya Selvanathan is an Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of British Columbia; a Staff Neurologist with the Division of Neurology; and Clinician Scientist at BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute. Dr. Selvanathan […] Read More >
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BC Children’s Hospital Centre for Mindfulness | Dr. Chris WillardMay 08, 2024BC Children’s Hospital Centre for Mindfulness is pleased to announce that Dr. Chris Willard is coming to Vancouver and he will be presenting at several events on June 20 & 21st: – Health Professionals at BCCH – UBC Pediatric Grand Rounds – Public Event for BC Families More Information & Registration: https://centreformindfulness.kelty.link/blog/2024/04/dr-chris-willard-cultivating-care-caregiver Bio: Dr. Chris […] Read More >
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The Canadian Thoracic Society (CTS) Award | Dr. Jonathan RaymentMay 07, 2024In April, the Pediatric Assembly Executive of the Canadian Thoracic Society, announced that Dr. Rayment was selected as the recipient of the 2024 Early-Career Outstanding Contributions Award. The Canadian Thoracic Society (CTS) is Canada’s national inter-professional specialty society for respirology bringing together over 1,000 members representing specialists, physicians, researchers and healthcare professionals from a variety […] Read More >
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2023-24 Community-University Engagement Support (CUES) Fund | Molly Sweeney Magee & Live 5-2-1-0Congratulations to Molly Sweeney Magee and the Live 5-2-1-0 team! Their project entitled, “Supporting Food Security, Nutrition, and a Positive Relationship with Food in the Middle Years: An Afterschool Community Participatory Action Project,” was one of 30 Community-University Partnerships funded through the 2023-24 Community-University Engagement Support Fund. The Community-University Engagement Support (CUES) Fund awards up […] Read More >
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Celebrating National Physicians’ Day | May 1, 2024May 01, 2024National Physicians’ Day is celebrated annually on May 1st and honors the birthday of Dr. Emily Stowe, the first female physician to practice in Canada. Today we pay special tribute to those who serve in the profession of medicine. For 2024, we are sharing the work of Drs. Melissa Paquette, Olu Oyedeji, Monica McKay, Laura […] Read More >
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Results – 2024 Department of Pediatrics Celebrate Research Day (CRD)Apr 16, 2024The annual Department of Pediatrics Celebrate Research Day was a great success, showcasing the tremendous work that our trainees have completed this past year. This year’s winners showed outstanding talent, and with their mentors, presented high quality research. [See Full List] Revisit all the abstracts and posters in the 2024 CRD booklet: https://med-fom-pediatrics.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/2024/04/CRD-2024-Event-Booklet-1.pdf Big thanks […] Read More >
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Leadership announcement: Dr. Mona Patel, Associate Head, Education | Department of Pediatrics, UBC & BCCHApr 03, 2024We are celebrating Dr. Mary Bennett’s successful tenure as the Department’s Associate Head, Education. Her impact in enhancing our undergraduate and postgraduate education programs across the province is lasting. We are grateful for the support she provided to so many of us in this role. The Department of Pediatrics thanks Dr. Bennett for her leadership […] Read More >