Dr. Bonita Sawatzky Appointed Canfield Distinguished Scholar in Patient Partnerships
UBC Orthopaedics proudly announces Dr. Bonita Sawatzky’s appointment as the Canfield Distinguished Scholar in Patient Partnerships. In this new role, Dr. Sawatzky will champion patient voices in healthcare education, research, and clinical practice—shaping a more inclusive and empathetic future for medicine.
Dr. David Wilson appointed a Fellow of International Orthopaedic Research by ICORS
Congratulations to Dr. David Wilson, who has been appointed a Fellow of International Orthopaedic Research (FIOR) by the International Combined Orthopaedic Research Societies (ICORS) International College of Fellows. A FIOR designation is awarded through a competitive process to international experts in orthopaedic research, a process supported by the UBC Orthopaedics Awards Committee, led by Dr. […]
UBC Orthopaedics Appoints Dr. Carrie Kollias Associate Division Head, Paediatric Orthopaedics
The UBC Department of Orthopaedics is thrilled to announce that Dr. Carrie Kollias has been appointed to the role of Associate Division Head, Paediatric Orthopaedics. In this role, Dr. Kollias will work closely with Dr. Anthony Cooper, Paediatric Orthopaedics Division Head, to enhance the overall operation and continuous improvement of the Division. This appointment is […]
Dr. Michael Neufeld Honoured with the 2025 James A. Rand Young Investigator’s Award
Dr. Michael Neufeld was honoured with the prestigious James A. Rand Young Investigators Award at the 2025 American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons (AAHKS) annual meeting.
From Tears to Triumph: UBC Orthopaedics and Global Clubfoot Care
Meet Kiran, a young girl from rural Bangladesh whose journey from diagnosis to recovery shows the power of global collaboration and dedication. Read her story and learn how UBC Orthopaedics is helping children like Kiran take their first steps toward a brighter future.