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Pioneering Pediatric Diabetes Research — Right Here in B.C.May 20, 2026We’re proud to spotlight the work of Dr. Dina Panagiotopoulos, Clinical Professor in the Department of Pediatrics, Investigator, and Pediatric Endocrinologist at BC Children’s Hospital. Dr. Panagiotopoulos is a nationally recognized leader in pediatric diabetes research spanning both type 1 and type 2. Her groundbreaking work recently led to a Canadian pediatric first: two B.C. […] Read More >
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Kids who take risks at play make faster, smarter decisions in trafficMay 19, 2026New research from UBC and Queen Maud University College (Norway), led by Dr. Mariana Brussoni reveals that kids who take more risks on the playground make faster, safer decisions in traffic. A new study published in the Journal of Environmental Psychology had 424 children aged 7–11 use virtual reality to test risk-taking during play — […] Read More >
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2026 YWCA Women of Distinction Award (Health & Wellness) | Dr. Shelina BabulMay 14, 2026Big congratulations to Dr. Shelina Babul! Dr. Babul is the 2026 YWCA Women of Distinction Award Winner in the Health & Wellness category. As Director of the BC Injury Research and Prevention Unit at BC Children’s Hospital and Clinical Professor of Pediatrics at UBC, Dr. Babul has dedicated her career to closing gaps […] Read More >
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Canada Research Chair in Pediatric Precision Health | Dr. Stuart TurveyFour researchers have been named or renewed as Canada Research Chairs from UBC’s Faculty of Medicine, including Dr. Stuart Turvey, who was renewed as the Canada Research Chair in Pediatric Precision Health. From child and youth mental health to next-generation immunotherapies and precision medicine, this work is advancing care in Canada and beyond. These appointments […] Read More >
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2026 Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS) Young Investigator Award | Dr. Matthew CarwanaBig congratulations to Dr. Matthew Carwana on being named the 2026 Canadian Paediatric Society (CPS) Young Investigator Award recipient! Formerly known as the CPS Research Award, this distinction was established in 1999 to recognize outstanding basic or clinical research contributions by a young investigator in fields that advance child and youth health. This prestigious honour […] Read More >
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2026 Canadian Paediatric Society Distinguished Community Paediatrician Award | Dr. Kirsten MillerMay 12, 2026Congratulations to Dr. Kirsten Miller! Dr. Miller is the recipient of the 2026 Canadian Paediatric Society Distinguished Community Paediatrician Award. This award recognizes individuals who has demonstrated a significant contribution to the field of community paediatrics. A consultant general pediatrician in Prince George since 2005, Dr. Miller has dedicated her career to ensuring children and […] Read More >
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Celebrate Research Day Results!May 11, 2026The annual Department of Pediatrics Celebrate Research Day was a great success, showcasing the tremendous work that our trainees have completed at BC Children’s Hospital. This year’s winners showed outstanding talent and with their mentors, presented high quality research. Please join me congratulating the following trainees and their mentors for their research success: Best Resident […] Read More >
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Celebrating National Physicians’ Day | May 1, 2026May 01, 2026Today we mark an important occasion—National Physicians’ Day. I am proud to recognize the extraordinary work our physicians do every day across the province. Through their expertise and dedication, they profoundly impact the lives of our young patients and their families. Daily, I see firsthand, the compassion our physicians bring to their work: from putting […] Read More >
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2026 Newborn Brain Society Honorary Fellow Award | Dr. Steven MillerApr 29, 2026Dr. Miller is the 2026 recipient of the Honorary Fellow Award from the Newborn Brain Society. He was recognized for his exceptional contributions to neonatal neurology and neurocritical care, joining a distinguished legacy of Honorary Fellows whose work has advanced the field. The Honorary Fellow Award, established in 2020, recognizes outstanding individuals who have achieved […] Read More >
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Top ten most-read articles of 2025 | New Canadian Consensus Statement on Eosinophilic EsophagitisApr 28, 2026Congratulations to all the contributors to the New Canadian Consensus Statement on Eosinophilic Esophagitis. A special shout out to Drs. Vishal Avinashi, Stephanie Erdle, and Edmond Chan from the Department of Pediatrics, “Recommendations for the diagnosis and management of eosinophilic esophagitis in adults and children in Canada: a Delphi consensus project,” was among the […] Read More >
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2026 Hudson Scholar Quality Improvement Day, May 8, 2026The 2026 Hudson Scholar Quality Improvement Day, sponsored by the BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, will be held in the Chan Auditorium at the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute on May 8th. We will have trainees from across the BCCH campus present their work to showcase the high caliber of quality improvement (QI) projects currently […] Read More >
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2026 Lifetime Achievement Award in Pediatric Respirology | Dr. David WensleyCongratulations Dr. David Wensley! Dr. Wensley was awarded the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award in Pediatric Respirology from the Canadian Thoracic Society. The Lifetime Achievement Award in Pediatric Respirology recognizes an individual for lifetime achievement in the field of pediatric respirology each year. Read More >
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2025/26 UBC Killam Teaching Prize | Drs. Quynh Doan and Angela DevlinCongratulations to Drs. Quynh Doan and Angela Devlin! Drs. Doan and Devlin were both awarded a 2025/26 Killam Teaching Prize from UBC. The Killam Teaching Prize is awarded annually to faculty nominated by students, colleagues and alumni in recognition of excellence in teaching. More: https://academic.ubc.ca/news/april-04-2026/killam-teaching-prize-and-killam-graduate-teaching-assistant-award-20252026 https://academic.ubc.ca/awards/killam-awards-fellowships/killam-teaching-prize Read More >
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2026 Pediatric Assembly Early-Career Outstanding Contributions Award | Dr. Lena XiaoCongratulations to Dr. Lena Xiao! Dr. Xiao is the recipient of the 2026 Pediatric Assembly Early-Career Outstanding Contributions Award. This award recognizes the significant contribution of an individual in the area of clinical care, education, advocacy, research and/or other scholarly activity. Read More >
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2026 Till and McCulloch Lectureship Award | Dr. Kirk SchultzCongratulations Dr. Kirk Schultz! Dr. Schultz has been bestowed the 2026 Till and McCulloch Lectureship Award from Cell Therapy Transplant Canada. The Till & McCulloch Lectureship Award is presented to a lecturer whose research and/or practice has advanced basic science in HCT/CT. Dr. Schultz will be presenting “Using Biomarkers to Improve […] Read More >
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Honouring Excellence on Administrative Professionals Day, April 22, 2026Apr 22, 2026On April 22, 2026, we are celebrating Administrative Professionals Day—a day dedicated to recognizing and appreciating the administrative professionals who support our department. This year, we are pleased to acknowledge two individuals who exemplify the professionalism and dedication that define this day: Ms. Anita Yau and Mr. Harjit Gill. View our staff spotlights that highlight […] Read More >
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Curiosity to Discovery: Research and Mentorship in our pediatric residency training programApr 16, 2026Did you know that research is a core part of our Pediatric Residency Program? R1 residents connect with mentors, explore ongoing research, and build projects that shape their training and future careers. The sessions provide a direct contact with many Divisions in the Department of Pediatrics and allow R1 residents to know who to contact […] Read More >
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Lapu Lapu Day of Togetherness: One Year After the TragedyApr 15, 2026One year has passed since a devastating tragedy deeply impacted the Filipino community in Vancouver and touched people around the world, including members of our own Department of Pediatrics community. Today, we pause to remember the lives lost, to acknowledge the grief that continues, and to stand with those who are still healing. We extend […] Read More >
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Celebrate Research Day 2026!Apr 10, 2026The Department of Pediatrics Celebrate Research Day 2026 is our annual event showcasing the exceptional research achievements of our trainees over the past year. Clinical research plays a vital role in academic medicine within a tertiary care teaching hospital. As one of the three core pillars of academic health centres—alongside education and clinical care—research is […] Read More >
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Dr. Shazhan Amed Selected to Present at Innovation UBC’s 2026 Investor ShowcaseApr 02, 2026Dr. Amed will be presenting at the Investor Showcase which is Innovation UBC’s flagship annual event, spotlighting high-potential UBC ventures raising Seed to Series A rounds. Twelve companies, selected by an external evaluation committee from Innovation UBC’s Venture Founder and HATCH Venture Builder programs, will present to a curated audience of investors and ecosystem stakeholders. […] Read More >