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 GO Spotlight – David Stockton
In the latest installment of the UBC Global Orthopaedics (UBC GO) Spotlight series, delve into the transformative journey of UBC Clinical Assistant Professor and orthopaedic trauma surgeon, Dr. David Stockton, whose unwavering commitment to advancing orthopaedic trauma care in Uganda through the Sustainable Trauma Orthopaedic Program (USTOP) and innovative collaborations reflects a dedication that goes beyond borders.
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.