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Jackson Robinson Receives Residents SEED Grant for Groundbreaking Trauma Research
UBC Orthopaedics resident Jackson Robinson has received a $10K SEED Grant to launch a pilot study aimed at improving post-fracture recovery. His research will use implantable devices to measure weight-bearing compliance and explore its impact on patient outcomes—marking a promising step toward personalized trauma care.
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Dr. Jordan Broberg awarded 2025 Health Research BC Research Trainee Award
Congratulations to Dr. Jordan Broberg, a postdoctoral research fellow at the UBC Department of Orthopaedics, for being awarded a 2025 Research Trainee award from Michael Smith Health Research BC.
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UBC Orthopaedics to Host North American Travelling Fellows
UBC Orthopaedics is proud to host the 2025 North American Travelling Fellowship (NATF) tour, welcoming five outstanding orthopaedic surgeons for a special academic half-day on October 16. Join us from 1:00–4:00 p.m. in DHCC 9299 to hear from this year’s Fellows.
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Faculty Spotlight: Dr. James McInnes
Meet Dr. James McInnes! A passionate Orthopaedic Surgeon and Clinical Instructor with subspeciality training in Trauma, Adult Hip and Knee Reconstruction, and Hip Preservation Surgery. He is committed to fostering a positive workplace culture and team-oriented care.
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UBC Ortho Fellow Authors New Guidelines for Reproductive Health and Safety in the OR
Dr. Lily Garcia’s research exposes the hidden toll of surgical careers on fertility and pregnancy, revealing risks that extend far beyond orthopaedics. Her findings call for urgent changes in how we protect and support pregnant surgeons.
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The Friends You Make in Residency Can Become a Community for Life
What began as a residency cohort in 2011 has grown into a lifelong community. Five UBC Ortho grads—now joined by partners and kids—continue to support each other through life’s milestones, proving that the bonds formed in training can last decades.
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Postdoctoral Fellow Spotlight – Jordan Broberg
Meet Jordan Broberg! A postdoctoral research fellow in the Department of Orthopaedics at UBC. Jordan’s research focuses on understanding how meniscal injuries and repairs affect joint function—with the goal of improving surgical outcomes and helping patients stay active for life.
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Discover the new UBC Ortho Mentorship & Wellness Hub
Discover the UBC Orthopaedics Mentorship & Wellness Hub—your go-to space for tools and strategies that support professional fulfillment and community connection. Explore mentorship opportunities, track wellbeing with the PFI tool, access wellness resources, and find 24/7 support through the Physician Health Program of BC.
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