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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

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

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

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

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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On November 5, 2024, the Faculty of Medicine celebrated the outstanding faculty and staff who are dedicated to transforming health for everyone through innovative research, teaching excellence, and service to the University during their annual Awards Reception hosted by the Dean. Continue reading “Department members honoured at the 2024 Faculty of Medicine Awards Reception”