Faculty

Spinal cord injury research at UBC receives $48M grant

UBC researchers, Dr. Brian Kwon, Dr. Babak Shadgan, and Dr. Chris West, are part of an international team that has received a $48 million grant (US$36.5M) for research aiming to improve long-term outcomes for patients with spinal cord injury (SCI). The five-year project—made possible through a grant from the United States Defence Advanced Research Project […]

Dr. Brian Kwon wins inaugural Craig H. Neilsen Visionary Prize

Dr. Brian Kwon wins inaugural Craig H. Neilsen Visionary Prize

UBC Orthopaedics Professor, Dr. Brian Kwon, is one of three winners of the inaugural Craig H. Neilsen Visionary Prize!

Exploring the impact of COVID-19 on pediatric orthopaedic surgery practice

Exploring the impact of COVID-19 on pediatric orthopaedic surgery practice

Dr. Kishore Mulpuri, is one step closer to understanding how COVID-19 has impacted patient care.

Dr. Peter Wing Receives UBC President’s Award

Dr. Peter Wing Receives UBC President’s Award

The UBC Department of Orthopaedics is proud to announce that Dr. Peter Wing is the recipient of the UBC President’s Award for distinguished service by UBC Emeriti in 2020! The UBC Emeritus College presents one or more President’s Award for Distinguished Service annually to UBC Emeriti who have, since attaining UBC Emeritus status, displayed exceptional […]

Dr. Lise Leveille Appointed UGME Director for Orthopaedics

Dr. Lise Leveille Appointed UGME Director for Orthopaedics

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Lise Leveille as Director, Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) for the Department of Orthopaedics. With her new appointment, effective August 1, 2020, Dr. Leveille will be responsible for the effective implementation of the undergraduate medical education program for the Department. She will ensure ongoing maintenance of a […]