Publication Feature: SURG 542 Directed Study in Global Surgical Care – Student Reviews Published
In SURG 542, students carry out an exhaustive search of the world literature, on a global surgical care topic of their choice. Congratulations to several of our MGSC alumni who have had their manuscripts from their reviews published in preeminent journals. See below and click on the links to read. Richard Bresler Esther Chin Ryan […]
Congratulations Spring 2023 BGSC Graduates!
In May 2023, the third cohort of students will graduate from the Master of Global Surgical Care and several students will also graduate from our Graduate Certificate in Global Surgical Care.
SURG 560 Final Report: Assessing parent and healthcare professional experiences with management of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in a Canadian setting
Richard Bresler, a student of the MGSC program, recently published their SURG 560 final report to UBC CIRcle. This report summarizes the final practicum project “Assessing parent and healthcare professional experiences with management of developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) in a Canadian setting.” This study aims to understand the challenges of […]
Branch for Global Surgical Care Leadership Update
We are pleased to announce that effective July 1, 2023, Dr. Sam Bugis will become the new Director of the Branch for Global Surgical Care. Dr. Bugis brings a wealth of experience in surgical education and advocacy as well as in global surgical care. Currently, Dr. Bugis is Vice President, Physician Affairs and Specialist Practice, […]
Global Surgery Lab – Spring 2023 Update
Since its creation in January 2021, the Global Surgery Lab has steadily grown and built relationships, collaborations and programs to improve access to quality surgical care undersexed areas. With more than 50 members, a part-time program manager and key partners in different disciplines, our Lab now has the capacity to build innovative and sustainable platforms […]