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UBC researchers awarded CIHR Project Grant to develop wearable sensor to detect sudden cardiac arrest conditions
Dr. Babak Shadgan and researchers at UBC received a CIHR Project Grant to develop a wearable device that detects sudden cardiac arrest. Building on hemodynamic monitoring technology—previously developed by UBC Orthopaedics’ Dr. Babak Shadgan to study spinal cord tissue hemodynamics—this innovation aims to empower individuals to recognize cardiac arrest in real-time, allowing for faster emergency…
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LIMB-Q Kids is here! A global tool transforming pediatric orthopaedic outcomes
LIMB-Q Kids, a novel patient-reported outcome measure (PROM), designed by researchers from the University of British Columbia and McMaster University specifically for children and adolescents with lower limb differences, has completed international field testing and is now officially launched.
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Faculty Spotlight – David Saliken
Meet Dr. David Saliken! Dr. Saliken is an Orthopaedic Surgeon and Clinical Assistant Professor at Victoria General Hospital. Passionate about mentorship and education, Dr. Saliken is a proud member of the RebalanceMD team in Victoria, where he contributes to collaborative, patient-centered orthopaedic care.
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UBC researchers secure CIHR Project Grant to advance pediatric ACL rehabilitation with remote technology
A team of UBC researchers has secured a CIHR Project Grant to develop technology for tracking ACL injury recovery in children, advancing pediatric orthopaedic care. This interdisciplinary effort brings together researchers Dr. Tim Bhatnagar and Dr. Lise Leveille from The Motion Lab at BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute (BCHRI) and the UBC Department of Orthopaedics…
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Dr. Jackson Robinson leads review comparing weight-bearing monitoring devices in lower extremity fractures
A new study led by Dr. Jackson Robinson examined the effectiveness of various non-invasive devices used to measure weight-bearing following lower extremity fractures. With funding from the UBC Department of Orthopaedics 2023 Summer Student Research Grant, Dr. Robinson collaborated with Dr. Stockton and orthopaedic resident Dr. Alice Wang, alongside UBC librarians, Aubrey Geyer and Kristina…
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Dr. David Wilson awarded NSERC Discovery Grant for advancing hip mechanics research
We are thrilled to announce that Dr. David Wilson has been awarded an NSERC Discovery Grant to support his innovative research program focused on understanding the complex mechanics of the human hip joint. We look forward to the exciting discoveries his research will bring to the field of biomechanics.
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Dr. Thomas Oxland presents the prestigious Macnab Lecture at the 2025 Canadian Orthopaedic Association’s Annual Meeting
Congratulations to Dr. Thomas Oxland on being selected to give the Ian Macnab Memorial Lecture at this year’s Canadian Orthopaedic Association (COA) Annual Meeting. Dr. Oxland is the first individual from the UBC Department of Orthopaedics to receive this honour.
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Meet our 2025 Incoming Clinical Fellows!
We are thrilled to introduce our 2025 cohort of exceptional new clinical fellows hailing from diverse corners of the world. These accomplished individuals bring a wealth of expertise, perspectives, innovative approaches, and outstanding accomplishments to our community.
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