Dr Jan Christilaw recognized at 2015 YWCA Women of Distinction Awards
June 2, 2015
In selecting Christilaw in the Health and Wellness category, the judges wrote that she “has an unwavering commitment to delivering, promoting and advocating for healthy lives and communities. She has made a significant and sustained difference in Metro Vancouver while empowering her community to change or better their lives through improved health and wellness practices. […] Read More >
Dr Dorothy Shaw receives the Distinguished Service Award from ACOG
May 26, 2015
The College Distinguished Service Award goes to outstanding individuals who have made significant contributions to the College or the discipline of obstetrics and gynecology in government, in research, in teaching, or in direct patient care. Dr Shaw received this in part because of her global leadership in sexual and reproductive rights, health policy and advocacy. This […] Read More >
Registration Open for Global Symposium on “Hypertensive Disorders of Pregnancy”
May 26, 2015
REGISTRATION OPEN FOR GLOBAL SYMPOSIUM ON “HYPERTENSIVE DISORDERS OF PREGNANCY” FIGO XXI World Congress (Vancouver) As a pre-congress course for FIGO 2015, please join us on 4 October 2015 for a full day to share latest evidence-based research on: diagnosis & classification of the HDP tools for identifying risk in women with pregnancy hypertension, preventing […] Read More >
Dr Ken Lim Receives the CCPE Designation
May 19, 2015
Dr Ken Lim, Division Head for Maternal Fetal Medicine, has received his Canadian Certified Physician Executive (CCPE) designation. This is awarded jointly by the Canadian Medical Association and the Canadian Society of Physician Executives, The CCPE is the first nationally recognized, standards-based peer assessment for physicians in leadership roles. Read More >
Dr Nancy Kent Awarded the Clinical Faculty Award for Career Excellence in Clinical Teaching
May 19, 2015
The Department would like to congratulate Dr Nancy Kent on being awarded the Clinical Faculty Awards for Career Excellence in Clinical Teaching. This award recognizes senior Clinical Faculty members who have demonstrated sustained excellence in teaching over the course of their careers. Read More >
UBC to have the first Fellowship in Family Planning in Canada
May 4, 2015
Dr. Brian Fitzsimmons, Medical Director of the Comprehensive Abortion & reproductive Education (CARE) Program at BC Women’s Hospital + Health Centre, and Clinical Associate Professor in the Division of General Gynaecology & Obstetrics at the University of British Columbia, has successfully obtained a Fellowship in Family Planning opportunity for Vancouver. As fellowship director, Dr. Fitzsimmons […] Read More >
UBC Obstetrics and Gynaecology 15th Annual Academic Day 2015
April 29, 2015
Our 15th annual Academic Day was held on Wednesday, March 4, 2015 at the Chan Auditorium in the Child and Family Research Institute. Fourteen trainees had the opportunity to present their work as a paper presentation, and there was a record-breaking 12 poster presentations! Faculty abstracts were displayed to showcase the research done in 2014 […] Read More >
Dr Dianne Miller Receives 2015 Virginia Greene Leadership Award
April 28, 2015
We would like to congratulate Dr Dianne Miller, Division Head for Gynecologic Oncology, who recently received the 2015 Virginia Greene Leadership Award for her leadership in the field of ovarian cancer. This prestigious award, presented by Ovarian Cancer Canada, recognizes an individual’s outstanding contribution to the advancement of awareness, knowledge transfer, support, and research in […] Read More >
Community of Practice Session – April 24
April 21, 2015
“Time Management & Time Efficiency – making the most of the time you have” Friday, April 24 8:00 – 9:00am Diamond Health Care Centre, Room 6201 In preparation for this session, please give some thought to and bring with you: Your ideas about the main deterrents/obstacles to completion of your tasks Any effective strategies […] Read More >
The Women’s Health Research Institute is excited to announce the winners of the 2015 Nelly Auersperg Awards: Dr. Mohamed Bedaiwy and Dr. Flora Teng.
April 21, 2015
Dr. Bedaiwy’s research focuses on exploring the potential use of gonadotrophin releasing hormone (GnRH) antagonists for the treatment of ectopic pregnancy, as an alternative to medical therapy. Dr. Teng’s research is in the development and pilot testing of a contraception decision tool for Canadians and generate evidence-based women-centered recommendations tailored to individual preferences. About […] Read More >