Precision medicine finds lifesaving treatment for rare inflammatory disease
UBC researchers helped uncover a new treatment for idiopathic multicentric Castleman’s disease.
Preparing for future threat of avian influenza
UBC scientists have received new research funding to advance preparedness and response to avian influenza.
UBC Medicine community members awarded King Charles III Coronation Medals
Meet the UBC Faculty of Medicine community members recognized for their exceptional service to Canada.
Meet the newly discovered brain cell that allows you to remember objects
Discovery of ‘ovoid cells’ reshapes our understanding of how memory works, and could open the door to new treatments for Alzheimer’s disease, epilepsy and more.
Celebrating UBC resident doctors and their transformative impact
1,490 UBC resident doctors are providing compassionate care to British Columbians across all corners of the province
Only seven out of 100 people worldwide receive effective treatment for mental health or substance-use disorders
A study of 57,000 people in 21 countries finds that only a small percentage receive effective treatment for mental health or substance-use disorders.
UBC Medicine researchers awarded more than $26M for transformative health research
The CIHR-funded projects will advance research in key areas including cancer treatment, vaccine development and childhood wellbeing.
UBC Medicine community members recognized with Doctors of BC Awards
The awards recognize the extraordinary achievements and contributions of physicians, residents and medical students.
Dr. Max Moor-Smith
Emergency Medicine, Victoria
Dr. Amelia Johnston
Family Medicine, North Okanagan (Vernon and Lumby)