It is with deep sadness that we announce the passing of Professor Emeritus, Dr. Raja T. Abboud. His loss is felt profoundly within the UBC Department of Medicine and the Respiratory Medicine community.
Dr. Abboud served for many years as the Director of the VGH Pulmonary Function Test (PFT) Lab, where his leadership and expertise elevated the standards of care and research in respiratory diagnostics. His distinguished career was marked by groundbreaking work in measuring diffusing capacity, understanding alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency, and advancing the management of COPD. These contributions have had a lasting impact on both clinical practice and academic understanding in the field.
We extend our heartfelt condolences to his family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time.
A celebration of life will be held on January 25, 2025 at 1pm at the St. Joseph The Damascene Antiochian Orthodox Church (Delta, BC) for those who knew him and wish to attend.
Anita Palepu MD, MPH, FRCPC, MACP, FCAHS
Professor and Eric W. Hamber Chair
Head, Department of Medicine
The University of British Columbia
