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Global Surgery Symposium – May 3, 2024

Global Surgery Symposium – May 3, 2024

Teaching Surgical Skills for Medical Deserts       FRIDAY MAY 3RD, 2024 | 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM PONDEROSA BALLROOM, 6445 UNIVERSITY BLVD, UBC, VANCOUVER, BC Are you passionate about surgical care and surgical education? This symposium is the perfect forum to discuss challenges and opportunities in surgical training for multidisciplinary healthcare providers working […]

BGSC Instructor Appreciation: Winter 2023-24 (Term 2)

BGSC Instructor Appreciation: Winter 2023-24 (Term 2)

We would like to recognize and express our appreciation for the significant contributions of Dr. Nadine Caron and Dr. Melanie Morris. They are co-instructors for SURG 518: Surgical Care in Canada’s Rural and Remote Indigenous Communities with Global Comparisons along with Dr. Jessica Chan and Dr. Ryan Falk. Read more about them and their experiences here!

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Peter O’Brien and Dr. Norgrove Penny

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Peter O’Brien and Dr. Norgrove Penny

Two of our esteemed faculty, Dr. Peter O’Brien and Dr. Norgrove Penny have been featured recently in the UBC Global Orthopaedics (UBC GO) Spotlight series! The series showcases in-depth conversations with a UBC Department of Orthopaedics member about their involvement in global orthopedic initiatives. Click the links below to find out more! Dr. Peter O’Brien Dr. […]

September 2024 Intake for GCGSC and MGSC – Applications are Now Open!

September 2024 Intake for GCGSC and MGSC – Applications are Now Open!

Our online programs are for interdisciplinary surgical care professionals focused on addressing challenges and contributing to solutions in low-resource settings. Apply here to start in Sept 2024! The application deadline is April 1, 2024. For more information on how to apply, please visit here.

Publication Feature: Availability of surgical services in rural British Columbia

Publication Feature: Availability of surgical services in rural British Columbia

Brooke McDonald, BGSC faculty members, Dr. Ryan Falk, Dr. Emilie Joos, Dr. Shahrzad Joharifard, and members of the Global Surgery Lab have recently published a study on family physicians with enhanced surgical skills and obstetric surgical skills while detailing their locations and procedural scope. Find out more here. ABSTRACT Background: Family physicians with enhanced surgical skills […]