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2024 Geoffrey L. Hammond Lectureship | Dr. Kirk SchultzDec 22, 2024Dr. Kirk Schultz has been awarded the 2024 Geoffrey L. Hammond Lectureship in recognition of his leadership and significant contributions to improving the health and well-being of children in British Columbia and around the world. Dr. Schultz is an investigator at BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR) and a professor in the Department of Pediatrics […] Read More >
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The 2024 Dr. Alain Cloutier Annual Achievement Award | Dr. Derek HumanCongratulations to Dr. Derek Human! Dr. Derek Human was awarded the 2024 Dr. Alain Cloutier Annual Achievement Award from the Canadian Pediatric Cardiology Association (CPCA) for his outstanding contributions to the field of pediatric cardiology. Dr. Human is a well-known pediatric cardiologist at BC Children’s Hospital since 1993. During his tenure at BC Children’s Hospital, […] Read More >
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Lifetime Achievement Award | Dr. Judith HallDec 21, 2024Congratulations to Dr. Judith Hall, Professor Emerita, with the Department of Pediatrics! She was recently awarded a Lifetime Achievement Award from Shriners Hospitals for Children Canada for her work improving the lives of children with Arthrogryposis. The award was presented to Dr. Hall at the 4th International Symposium on Arthrogryposis in Montreal. Congratulations! More: https://amcsupport.org/4th-international-symposium-on-arthrogryposis/ Read More >
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Bringing innovative drugs for inflammatory bowel disease to patients | Dr. Laura SlyCongratulations to Dr. Laura Sly and her team! They are accelerating the development of innovative new drugs for patients with inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) thanks to the support of a new grant from Crohn’s and Colitis Canada. The goal of Dr. Sly’s project is to develop a drug delivery system that allows for lower drug […] Read More >
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2024 BC Pediatric Society AwardsThis year, several members from the Department of Pediatrics were recipients of awards from the BC Pediatric Society. Let’s celebrate! Dr. Garth Meckler 2024 Dr. Parminder Singh Award Dr. Tommy Gerschman 2024 Dr. Judith Hall Award Drs. Sabine Lague, Jennifer Smitten, and Eiko Waida 2024 AAP – BC Chapter Special Achievement Awards Dr. Tanjot Singh […] Read More >
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Congratulations to Dr. Lena Xiao!Congratulations to Dr. Xiao! She was awarded a Focused Project Grant for Junior Investigators | Madeleine Grigg-Damberger Grant for Pediatric Sleep from the American Academy of Sleep Medicine Foundation for her project entitled, ‘The IPAD Cohort Study: Insomnia and Positive Airway Pressure Adherence in Children and Adolescents’. This grant is aimed at projects that address […] Read More >
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2024 Faculty of Medicine Awards and 2023 Annual Awards & Significant HonoursEach year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty and staff members for excellence in teaching, research, administration, innovation and public service. From the Department of Pediatrics we celebrate: Dr. Mia Remington Clinical Faculty Award for Excellence in Leadership/Service – Early Career Awarded for excellence in leadership or service by clinical faculty members. Dr. Jennifer Balfour […] Read More >
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Congratulations Dr. Horacio Osiovich!Congratulations to Dr. Horacio Osiovich. He is the recipient of a ‘2024 10 Most Influential Hispanics Award’ from the TLN Media Group. This award celebrates the achievements of extraordinary individuals making a difference in the Hispanic Canadian community. Big thanks to the families from our NICU that nominated Dr. Osiovich for this recognition. Congratulations Dr. […] Read More >
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Early-Life Brain Injury, Pathways Magazine Feature Story | ISSUE 8Dec 20, 2024Did you know that in Canada, 30% of preterm infants show signs of brain injury? Early-life brain injury affects thousands of newborns every year in Canada, often with serious consequences. In the latest issue of Pathways, discover how Drs. Thiviya Selvanathan, Steven Miller and Ruth Grunau are changing how we understand and treat these injuries […] Read More >
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Congratulations Dr. Genelle Lunken!Earlier this year, the Government of Canada announced nearly $86 million through the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) to support 316 research infrastructure projects at 47 institutions across the country. In the 2024 competition, Dr. Genelle Lunken’s project was awarded a John R. Evans Leaders Fund (JELF) grant from the Canada Foundation for Innovation. JELF […] Read More >
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Congratulations to Drs. Catrina Loucks, Souvik Mitra and Fiona Muttalib!Congratulations all! Dr. Loucks was the recipient of a Scholar Award and Drs. Souvik Mitra and Fiona Muttalib both received a Health Professional-Investigator Program Award. They are amongst fifteen UBC faculty of medicine researchers that were awarded new funding to advance transformational health research. Original post: https://www.med.ubc.ca/news/ubc-medicine-researchers-fostering-better-health-outcomes-through-2024-health-research-bc-awards/ More about the projects that got funded! Dr. […] Read More >
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Asking difficult questions about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder | Drs. Anton Miller, Gurpreet (Preety) Salh and Nancy LanphearIn September’s issue of The Lancet Child & Adolescent Health, Drs. Anton Miller, Gurpreet (Preety) Salh and Nancy Lanphear’s article “Asking difficult questions about fetal alcohol spectrum disorder in the context of the child, the mother, and the systems in which they live” argue that the term fetal alcohol spectrum disorder has contributed to a […] Read More >
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Dr. Manish Sadarangani | Royal Society of Canada (RSC)This fall, Dr. Sadarangani was inducted as a new college member to the Royal Society of Canada (RSC). Manish Sadarangani is an international expert in translational vaccinology, whose work uniquely encompasses laboratory, clinical and epidemiologic research. His scientific expertise enables him to respond quickly to changing priorities to tackle diverse knowledge gaps rapidly and produce […] Read More >
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How to help your child handle a visit to the emergency department | Dr. Justina MarianayagamCheck out the latest article by Dr. Justina Marianayagam, pediatric resident with UBC and Co-Chair with Solutions for Kids in Pain. The article provides tips to support parents/caregivers that may be bringing their child to the ER this busy winter season. Read the full article here: https://edmontonjournal.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-a-parents-guide-to-surviving-the-emergency-department https://www.healthing.ca/wellness/opinion/opinion-how-to-help-your-child-handle-a-visit-to-the-emergency-department Read More >
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Congratulations to Dr. Mia Remington!Dr. Remington was awarded the 2024 PGME Program Director Award for all of her hard work and dedication supporting our residents. She is the Co-Director of the UBC Pediatrics Residency Program and a Clinical Assistant Professor with the Department of Pediatrics, UBC. Each year UBC PGME recognizes faculty and staff that demonstrate exceptional program leadership, […] Read More >
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The Hudson Family Trainee ProgramWe are excited to announce the successful candidates for The Hudson Family Trainee Program, a 1-year funded clinical fellowship opportunity, in the Department of Pediatrics. This fellowship allows newly qualified pediatric residents or current fellows in Canadian residency/fellowship programs to gain experience and skills in subspecialties or research areas that complement their primary area of […] Read More >
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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 >