Faculty Spotlight – Sandra Jenneson
July 19, 2021
SANDRA JENNESONCLINICAL INSTRUCTORSite: Fraser – Eagle Ridge Hospital Can you share a little bit about your educational background and journey, and how you got to where you are today? I completed my bachelor of science with a major in microbiology and immunology from UBC in 2003, in the cooperative education program. While I enjoyed the […]
Andrew Kestler Wins Interdisciplinary Clinical Excellence Award
July 8, 2021
Congratulations to UBC Emergency Medicine Clinical Associate Professor, Dr. Andrew Kestler, for receiving the Interdisciplinary Clinical Excellence Award at the 2021 B.C. Substance Use Conference. Each year, The BC Centre on Substance Use recognizes members of their community who contribute significantly to substance use strategies in B.C. The Interdisciplinary Clinical Excellence Award is given to a clinician […]
2021 Academic Gown Ceremonies
July 7, 2021
On June 22nd and June 30th, the Faculty of Medicine honoured colleagues promoted to the ranks of Professor, Professor of Teaching, and Clinical Professor, as well as those granted Emerita and Emeritus status in 2019/2020 and 2020/2021. Congratulations to our newly promoted faculty members! Learn more about the careers and accomplishments of our UBC Emergency […]
In the News! Dr. Michael Curry discusses the dangers of heat stroke
July 6, 2021
UBC Emergency Medicine Clinical Associate Professor, Dr. Michael Curry, spoke about the dangers of heat stroke, how it can happen so quickly, and the 4 categories of people who are most vulnerable on CKNW’s Jill Bennett Show. Listen to the full episode below. Share this story: Latest News
2021 CAEP Award Winners
June 29, 2021
CAEP 2021 Annual Award Winners: The Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians (CAEP) grant annual awards recognizing excellence in specific areas within emergency medicine, including advocacy, education, research, and professional practice. Nominated by their peers, the final award winners are selected either by a CAEP committee and/or the CAEP Board of Directors. We are proud to […]
Statement on the Missing Children of Canada’s Indian Residential Schools
June 25, 2021
We are devastated by the revelation shared today by the Cowessess First Nation in Saskatchewan of 751 unmarked graves at a site nearby the former Marieval Indian Residential School. Our thoughts are with all those families and communities who have suffered and continue to suffer as a consequence of the residential school system, and who […]
Dr. David Barbic chosen for Enhanced Skills CCFP EM Preceptor Recognition 2020–21
June 24, 2021
We wish to congratulations Dr. David Barbic on being selected for the Enhanced Skills CCFP EM Preceptor Recognition award for 2020–21! The residents in the Emergency Medicine Program chose to recognize Dr. Barbic for having significantly contributed to their learning and overall experience in the program. Share this story: Latest News
Department Spotlight – Anders Ganstal
June 16, 2021
ANDERS GANSTALCLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR Site: Interior – Royal Inland Hospital Can you share a little bit about your educational background and how you got to where you are today? I graduated from Queens Medicine in 1997 followed by a CCFP-EM Residency in Calgary. Over the past 20 clinical years, I have also pursued a diploma […]
Meet our 2021 Graduating Residents
June 15, 2021
The UBC Department of Emergency Medicine would like to congratulate our outgoing residents as they celebrate their achievements and look ahead to the next stage of their careers in emergency medicine! Meet a handful of our 2021 graduates and learn more about what’s next for them. For more information about the UBC RCPSC-EM Residency Program, […]
A new study by Dr. Louise Cassidy explores factors affecting trainee commuter safety
June 4, 2021
We are proud to share that UBC Emergency Medicine RCPSC-EM Resident, Dr. Louise Cassidy, along with co-authors Emma Croft, Shannon Erdelyi, and Dr. Jeffrey Brubacher recently published a paper entitled “Motor vehicle incidents in postgraduate trainees in British Columbia” in the Canadian Medical Education Journal.
COVID-19 research initiative by Drs. Daniel Ting and Corinne Hohl among those funded by first-time partnership
June 3, 2021
Genome BC, the Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research, and the BCCDC Foundation for Public Health have partnered for the first time to fund nine B.C. research teams working towards rapid response research initiatives that will address critical questions around COVID-19 vaccine research. Valued at approximately $1.3 million, the nine projects selected for funding cover […]
Dr. Corinne Hohl leads creation of new software to prevent adverse drug events
June 3, 2021
Researchers at UBC and SFU have created innovative software to help reduce adverse drug events (ADEs), the harmful and unintended consequences of medication that send two million Canadians to emergency departments every year.
Statement on the Missing Children of the Kamloops Indian Residential School
May 31, 2021
Dear members of the UBC Emergency Medicine Community, It is with profound sadness that we have learned about the recent discovery of 215 children buried at the former Kamloops Indian Residential School. The impact of this tragic news is felt throughout our university community as well as our nation. We encourage everyone to reflect on […]
Meet our 2021 Incoming Residents!
May 25, 2021
The UBC Department of Emergency Medicine is honoured and excited to welcome an incredible group of new trainees to our RCPSC-EM Residency Program in July 2021. Learn more about our incoming residents and why they are excited to pursue their emergency medicine training at UBC. Alex Senger | Interior Site “I’m absolutely thrilled to be […]
Department Spotlight – Heather Flemming
May 20, 2021
Meet UBC Department of Emergency Medicine Clinical Instructor, Dr. Heather Flemming.
