About UBC GO
UBC Global Orthopaedics (UBC GO) is an initiative within the Department of Orthopaedics dedicated to enhancing orthopaedic care and outcomes in resource-challenged communities worldwide. Our pledge extends to addressing health inequities and the determinants of Indigenous Peoples’ health, supporting their self-determination, and fostering improved health outcomes for Indigenous Peoples.
Our UBC Orthopaedics faculty members have rich skills in teaching and treating musculoskeletal system (MSK) pathology. Many have the desire to assist in reducing the burden of musculoskeletal disability within and beyond BC through building capacity, providing clinical care, and pursuing research in areas of need. Embracing UBC’s view that universities are universal actors, the Department of Orthopaedics seeks to enhance the impact of our clinical and scholarly activities to help build a more just, sustainable, resilient, and thriving world.
Discover the vibrant international footprint of our UBC Orthopaedics faculty, where over 12 dynamic members have passionately engaged in 47+ projects across 21+ countries. Through their unwavering dedication, our faculty has left an indelible mark on orthopaedic practices worldwide.
UBC GO Initiatives
Discover our global initiatives that are enhancing orthopaedic care and addressing health inequities. Learn how the Hip Hope Network, Spinal Cord Injury Nepal (SpiNepal), Uganda Sustainable Clubfoot Care Project (USCCP), and the Uganda Sustainable Trauma Orthopaedic Program (USTOP) are making a lasting difference in communities around the world.
UBC GO Grand Rounds + Archive
Dive into the wealth of experience and global impact of UBC GO through our archive. Watch our UBC GO Grand Rounds and read our presentations and publications featuring the passionate involvement of our faculty members in 47+ projects across 21+ countries, shaping orthopaedic practices globally.
Meet the
UBC GO Team
If you’re eager to discover ways to engage with UBC Orthopaedics’ global initiatives, please reach out to the UBC Global Orthopaedics Team! Get in touch today to explore the exciting opportunities awaiting you in our global orthopaedics initiatives.
Donate to
UBC GO
Your donation supports student education and academic research projects in Global Orthopaedics. For more information or to discuss other philanthropic opportunities, please contact Olivia Peters at olivia.peters@ubc.ca.
Latest News & Spotlights
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Our Global Initiatives
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UBC’s Global Engagement Strategy
Learn more about how UBC seeks to collaborate with partners around the world to help build a more just, sustainable society. The university’s global engagement strategy, In Service, sets a path to harness our extraordinary resources and strengths for the greater good—together.