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Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Benjamin Jong on Bridging Sports Medicine and Foot & Ankle Reconstruction
From his roots in a local blue-collar family to completing elite subspecialty training across North America, Dr. Benjamin Jong’s journey to Peace Arch Hospital is a testament to the power of mentorship and clinical versatility.
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Research shines a new, near-infrared light on care for kids with Cerebral Palsy
Managing muscle spasticity in children with cerebral palsy (CP) is a lifelong challenge for patients, families, and clinicians. A new study offers a way to generate real-time data that will improve clinical decision-making.
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In Memoriam: Dr. Joseph F. Schweigel
Dr. Peter Wing remembers Dr. Joseph “Joe” Schweigel, a key figure in the development of the Spine Program in British Columbia and a vital leader in the care of people with spinal cord injuries.
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History and Evolution of the Division of Orthopaedic Research
The Division of Orthopaedic Research transformed UBC Orthopaedics by embedding basic and applied science into clinical practice, building lasting research infrastructure, and setting a national standard for interdisciplinary musculoskeletal research.
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ASCENT Leadership Development Program: Session 1 Recap
The ASCENT Leadership Development Program held its first session at the UBC Whistler Orthopaedic Summit on January 29, 2026, bringing together 10 ASCENT surgeons, facilitators Drs. Steven Waters and Peter Frick, and leaders Drs. Carrie Kollias, Nic Dea, and Kishore Mulpuri. For many, this was their first meeting, providing an opportunity to build new connections,…
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Celebrating Resident Doctors Appreciation Week 2026 at UBC Orthopaedics
Honouring the dedication, passion, and impact of our remarkable residents. Every February, UBC Orthopaedics marks Resident Doctors Appreciation Week—a chance to shine a spotlight on the surgeons-in-training who form the heart of our learning environment. Their curiosity, compassion, and commitment to excellence shape not only the future of orthopaedic surgery but the culture of our department. This year,…
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Celebrating Excellence: Announcing the 2025 Orthopaedic Academic Excellence Award Recipients
We are delighted to announce the recipients of the Orthopaedic Academic Excellence Award (Ortho-AEA): Drs. Alex Hoffer, Lisa Howard, and Michael Bond. “This year’s applications showcased creativity, solid methodology, and a clear commitment to advancing patient-centered orthopaedic research. The Committee was inspired by the calibre and enthusiasm of our emerging investigators.” – Dr. Thomas Oxland, Associate Head, Academic, UBC Department of Orthopaedics and Professor of Orthopaedics and…
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UBC Ortho Legends Spotlight: Dr. Peter O’Brien
Dr. Peter O’Brien is a visionary trauma surgeon whose career has profoundly shaped the UBC Department of Orthopaedics and influenced orthopaedic practice across Canada and around the world. From his early days as a resident in 1977, to his decades of leadership in trauma surgery, education, and global health, Dr. O’Brien’s career reflects a legacy…
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