WORTH Event Recap: Bridging Gaps and Building Bridges in Orthopaedic Diversity
The Women in Orthopaedics Initiative (WORTH) charts a course towards a more inclusive and collaborative future in Orthopaedics!
Faculty Spotlight – Joshua Giles
Renowned for his contributions to orthopaedic biomechanics, Dr. Joshua Giles specializes in enhancing functional outcomes in shoulder arthroplasty. In an illuminating spotlight, Dr. Giles delves into his aspirations for positively impacting patients’ lives and underscores the necessity of realistic expectations for those considering a career in academia.
2023 Year in Review
Every day, faculty, staff and trainees in the UBC Department of Orthopaedics are working together, to advance musculoskeletal health locally and globally. Look back at some of our highlights from the past year.
UBC Orthopaedics Staff and Residents Embrace the KIAROS Blanket Exercise
The Department recently participated in the transformative KIAROS Blanket Exercise, walking the path of Indigenous and non-Indigenous history to deepen empathy and underscore the crucial role of trainee involvement in shaping a more empathetic and informed healthcare community.
Unbreakable wills: From injuries to climbing Mount Everest
The remarkable story of Julian Bannister’s journey from a serious skiing accident to conquering Mount Everest exemplifies the unwavering commitment and resilience fostered through the exceptional care provided by the Department of Orthopaedics at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH).