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Dr. Brian Kwon receives Henry Farfan Award for Excellence in Spine-related Basic Science Research
The UBC Department of Orthopaedics is proud to congratulate Dr. Brian Kwon, Canada Research Chair in Spinal Cord Injury (Tier 1), Dvorak Chair in Spine Trauma, and Director of International Collaboration on Repair Discoveries (ICORD), on receiving the prestigious Henry Farfan Award, which recognizes outstanding contributions in spine-related basic science research. Named in honour of…
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Celebrating Innovation and Excellence: UBC Ortho UGME Fall Research Forum 2026
On Wednesday, October 7, UBC Orthopaedics hosted its sixth annual Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME) Fall Research Forum, a dynamic celebration of student-led research and academic inquiry. Held at the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute, the event brought together UGME students, faculty members, and trainees for an afternoon of engaging presentations, scholarly discussion, and community connection.…
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Dr. Peter Cripton Receives Faculty of Applied Science Dean’s Medal of Distinction
The UBC Department of Orthopaedics is proud to celebrate Dr. Peter Cripton for receiving the Faculty of Applied Science Dean’s Medal of Distinction.
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Ortho Catalyst Grants
Timeline Wednesday, September 23, 2026 Launch call for Catalyst Grant proposals Sunday, November 15, 2026 Deadline for Proposals December 2026 Funding decisions are finalized and communicated to all applicants. Successful applicants receive award information and funding instructions. January 2027 Approved OQI and OKE projects to launch – June 30, 2027– December 31, 2027– June 30,…
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2026 Faculty of Medicine Awards: Celebrating Dr. Catherine O’Brien and Dr. Donald Garbuz
The UBC Department of Orthopaedics is proud to celebrate two distinguished faculty members who were recently recognized for their contributions by the UBC Faculty of Medicine, alongside Dr. Kelly Apostle and Dr. Tom Oxland. We are excited to honour Dr. Catherine O’ Brien, as the recipient for Clinical Faculty Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching…
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UBC Whistler Orthopaedic Summit 2027 | January 21-23, 2027
Get ready for Whistler and the Whistler Orthopaedic Summit! The UBC Department of Orthopaedics invites you to join us for the Annual Whistler Orthopaedic Summit 2027. This two day conference will bring together orthopaedic surgeons, residents, fellows, and other trainees from Canada, the US, and around the world. The Whistler Summit combines two world-class conferences…
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A Glimpse into Orthopaedics: June 2026 WORTH Event Recap
On June 6, 2026, the Women in Orthopaedics (WORTH) program held its 4th annual flagship event at the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute. In total, 97 high school students from grades 10 to 12 throughout the Lower Mainland attended the event. The event kicked off with a keynote by Dr. Patricia Moreno Grangeiro, a pediatric…
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Academic Leadership Transition
On August 1, Dr. Thomas Oxland completed his term as Associate Head, Academic, and the Department welcomed Dr. David Wilson as Associate Head, Research and Academic Affairs. Dr. Oxland served in this role for three years with a steadfast commitment to strengthening the Department’s academic profile and supporting faculty recognition. During his tenure, he led…
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