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  • Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Hanny Chen

    Dr. Hanny Chen travelled to UBC for an elective in her fourth year of medical school and she decided she would come back to UBC for her residency. Now, we welcome her as a clinical associate professor for Division of Upper Extremity. Read More

  • Dr. Peter Cripton Receives Faculty of Applied Science Dean’s Medal of Distinction

    The UBC Department of Orthopaedics is proud to celebrate Dr. Peter Cripton for receiving the Faculty of Applied Science Dean's Medal of Distinction. Read More

  • Ortho Catalyst Grants

    Timeline Wednesday, September 23, 2026 Launch call for Catalyst Grant proposals Saturday, October 31 Deadline for Proposals December 2026 Funding decisions are finalized and communicated to all applicants. Successful applicants receive award information and funding instructions. January 2027 Approved OQI and OKE projects to launch – June 30, 2027– December 31, 2027– June 30, 2028 – […] Read More

  • 2026 Faculty of Medicine Awards: Celebrating Dr. Catherine O’Brien and Dr. Donald Garbuz

    The UBC Department of Orthopaedics is proud to celebrate two distinguished faculty members who were recently recognized for their contributions by the UBC Faculty of Medicine, alongside Dr. Kelly Apostle and Dr. Tom Oxland. We are excited to honour Dr. Catherine O’ Brien, as the recipient for Clinical Faculty Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching […] Read More

  • Meet our 2026 Incoming Residents

    We are pleased to welcome our six new residents to the UBC Department of Orthopaedics Residency Program: Bipandeep Biran, Andy Deprato, Nicholas Garbuz, Kurbaan Shergill, and Rory Trevorrow. Join us to welcome them as they embark on their orthopaedic careers. Andy Deprato, MD Hometown: Edmonton, Alberta “I am from Edmonton where I completed my undergraduate […] Read More


UBC Department of Orthopaedics. Advancing musculoskeletal health through knowledge and innovation. 

As part of one of the world’s top-ranked medical schools, the UBC Department of Orthopaedics has an international reputation for excellence in teaching, research, and patient care.

About us

Education

From medical school and residency to fellowships and ongoing professional development, we offer hands-on training at every stage of your orthopaedic career.


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Research

Our world-class researchers are driving innovation in clinical orthopaedics, musculoskeletal science, and applied biomedical engineering.


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Mentorship & Wellness

Through our mentorship program and wellness tools, we are intentionally building community to support your growth—personally and professionally.


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READI Committee

Learn how UBC Orthopaedics is thoughtfully co-creating respectful, equitable, accessible, diverse, and inclusive learning and working environments.


Learn about READI

Women in Orthopaedics

Through mentorship, education, and advocacy, Women in Orthopaedics – WORTH is shaping a stronger, inclusive and equitable future in orthopaedics.


Discover WORTH

Global Orthopaedics

Learn more about our initiatives that are improving orthopaedic care and outcomes in rural, Indigenous, and underserved communities around the globe.


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UBC Ortho History

Learn about the history, highlights, and Legends of orthopaedics in British Columbia, and how we’ve grown since UBC’s Faculty of Medicine was established in 1950.


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Support Orthopaedics

Join us in advancing collaborative research and training that enhances the care, recovery, and quality of life for people living with injuries and disabilities.


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Mobility for All

We are proud to present UBC Orthopaedics 2023–2028 Strategic Plan: Mobility for All.


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Latest News

  • Dr. Peter Cripton Receives Faculty of Applied Science Dean’s Medal of DistinctionOctober 6, 2026
  • Ortho Catalyst GrantsSeptember 22, 2026
  • 2026 Faculty of Medicine Awards: Celebrating Dr. Catherine O’Brien and Dr. Donald GarbuzSeptember 21, 2026

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Get to Know Us: Department Spotlights

  • Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Hanny Chen
  • Student Spotlight – Ananya Gupta
  • Student Spotlight – Navya Chadha

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Vancouver, BC Canada V5Z 1M9
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