The Order of Canada is one of our country’s highest civilian honours. Its Companions, Officers and Members take to heart the motto of the Order: DESIDERANTES MELIOREM PATRIAM – “They desire a better country”. Continue reading “Three members of the UBC Department of Medicine appointed members of the Order of Canada”
Dr. Matthew Bennett appointed Planetary Health Lead, UBC Department of Medicine
The Department of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Matthew Bennett as the new Planetary Health Lead, for a five-year term effective January 1, 2026. Read More
Dr. Raymond Mak appointed Head, UBC Division of Allergy & Immunology
The Department of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Raymond Mak as Head, UBC Division of Allergy and Immunology, for a five-year term effective January 1, 2026. Read More
Dr. Judy Illes Appointed to the Order of Canada for Her Leadership in Neuroethics
The UBC Department of Medicine proudly recognizes Dr. Judy Illes, Professor of Neurology, Distinguished University Scholar, and Distinguished Scholar in Neuroethics, on her appointment as an Officer of the Order of Canada. Read More
Three Doctors, Three Journeys: Spotlight on Leaders Shaping the Department of Medicine’s Future
As the UBC Department of Medicine marks 75 years of impact and reaches the midpoint of its strategic plan, we are proud to highlight three physicians whose work reflects the vision we aspire to: patient-centred care, innovation, community partnership, and expanded access across British Columbia. Read More
Leading Change in Infectious Diseases Research: A Conversation with Dr. Kevin Afra
Dr. Kevin Afra, Adult Infectious Diseases specialist at Surrey Memorial Hospital and Clinical Assistant Professor in the Division of Infectious Diseases, UBC Department of Medicine, has been awarded the Sherrold Haddad Excellence in Medicine Award 2025. Read More
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