Sara Derikvand, PhD
Sara Derikvand, PhD, joined the UBC Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology in March 2023 as Research Project Manager. She provides research management and operational support to faculty and trainees based at BC Women’s Hospital, spanning industry-sponsored clinical trials, non-profit and locally funded projects, and investigator-led studies across the department. Her expertise includes project management, budgeting, ethics and institutional approvals, and regulatory compliance, and she also works to strengthen departmental research processes and supports through initiatives such as the Obstetrical Research & Quality Assurance (ORQA) group. Sara is dedicated to advancing innovative research that improves care and health outcomes for women, children, and families.