UBC Southern Medical Program

Join us on Nov 4th for our next MEDTalks lecture as Drs. Kurt Hoskin (Southern Medical Program alumni) and Emmanuelle Massie present Healthy Hearts: Risks & Prevention. In-person or virtual attendance options are available. Register at https://smp.med.ubc.ca/community-engagement/medtalks/

As Canada’s population continues to age—people 65 years and older are part of the fastest-growing age group in Canada—researchers and health-care providers continue to look for ways to keep seniors as healthy as possible.

New research from Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis examines the link between hearing loss and activity levels.

New study says aging well is connected to hearing well - UBC Okanagan News UBCO researcher examines the link between hearing loss and activity levels

Hear from local health experts about common bladder control problems and how exercise can help overcome challenges. June 5th, 7:00 to 8:00 pm at KGH. In-person and virtual options available. Learn more at https://smp.med.ubc.ca/community-engagement/medtalks/

Register now for the 2024 Lifestyle Medicine Summer Institute, a CME-credited workshop drawing on cutting-edge science in lifestyle medicine and health behaviour change. Learn more at https://chbc.ok.ubc.ca/behaviour-change-summer-institute/

The UBCO Interdisciplinary Student Health Conference continues to exceed expectations. The student-led conference featured research and public health experiences from 68 students and represented six different faculties at UBC Okanagan.

UBCO showcases student health research The UBCO Interdisciplinary Student Health Conference continues to exceed expectations. Over 200 people attended the student-led conference which featured research and public health experiences from 68 students and represented six different faculties at UBC Okanagan.

New research from the Centre for Chronic Disease Prevention and Management shows virtual rehabilitation provides benefits for stroke recovery. New program enhances continuum of care, accessibility, and quality of life.

Virtual rehabilitation provides benefits for stroke recovery - UBC Okanagan News New program enhances continuum of care, increases accessibility, quality of life

In honour of International Women’s Day (IWD), meet some of the outstanding women in the UBC Faculty of Medicine — learners, faculty and staff members — who are transforming health for everyone.

International Women's Day 2024 In honour of International Women’s Day, meet some of the outstanding women in the UBC Faculty of Medicine — learners, faculty and staff members — who are transforming health for everyone.

Don't miss out on the 2024 Interdisciplinary Student Health Conference this Saturday, March 9th from 9:00-3:30. Register at

UBC Okanagan Interdisciplinary Student Health Conference The 11th annual UBC Okanagan Interdisciplinary Student Health Conference (ISHC) will be held on campus on Saturday March 9, 2024. Registration is required.

Dr. Daryl Wile's Movement Disorder Clinic at KGH receives a large funding boost to support the needs of patients in the Interior Health region.

The Humphreys family has made an exceptionally generous gift of $1 million to the KGH Movement Disorder Clinic established by Dr. Daryl Wile, a renowned Neurologist at KGH. This gift, inspired by Barry Humphreys' personal journey with Parkinson's, will support a new standard of care for those with Parkinson's and other movement disorders in the Southern Interior. To learn more about the Humphreys’ story, and the impact that this gift will have for the more than 2,600 Parkinson’s patients in the Interior Health Region, get the full story: https://www.kghfoundation.com/humphreys-family

Congratulations to Liisa Wainman, recipient of the Faculty of Medicines 2024 Rising Star – Certificate of Excellence Award.

UBC faculty of medicine members recognized with 2024 CAME Awards Three faculty members and three learners were honoured for their commitment to medical education.

The Healthcare Travelling Roadshow is seeking health profession students and recent graduates to help recruit the next generation of rural healthcare professionals. Join us for one of three week-long trips to rural BC:

Kootenay Roadshow (Castlegar, South Slocan, Kaslo): April 28 - May 3, 2024
Peace Roadshow (Valemount, McBride, Chetwynd, Fort Nelson): April 28 - May 4, 2024
Nechako Roadshow (Vanderhoof, Houston, Fort St. James, Dease Lake, Stewart): May 12 - 18, 2024

Application deadline is February 27, 2024. All travel, accommodation, and meal expenses are covered for participants.

2024 Healthcare Travelling Roadshow The Healthcare Travelling Roadshow is seeking health profession students and recent graduates to help recruit the next generation of rural healthcare professionals.

ARE YOU READY FOR IT? ⏳

Today, Dr. Elf took an early reindeer flight to Kelowna to meet up with Dr. Olusegun Oyedele, Assistant Dean of the Southern Medical Program (SMP) and September Stefani, a medical student at the SMP. They immediately hit the books to explore the exciting world of internal medicine!

While in Kelowna, Dr. Elf had an opportunity to learn more about how UBC Southern Medical Program is transforming education, health and research in B.C.’s Interior.

Stay ‘tuned’ for Dr. Elf’s next stop. ✨

Meet Dr. Olusegun Oyedele, Assistant Dean at UBC’s Southern Medical Program. https://mednet.med.ubc.ca/spotlights/one-on-one/olusegun-oyedele/ UBC Okanagan

One-on-One with Olusegun Oyedele - MedNet Meet Dr. Olusegun (Segun) Oyedele, Assistant Dean, Southern Medical Program

We are in urgent need of some volunteer patients for a paediatric session tomorrow at our Clinical Academic Campus:

Fri, Sept 15 - 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm. The class is a Paediatric session where medical students will learn the basics of doing an exam on a small child (aged 3-8) The class involves:
Tutor demonstrates how to examine the head (excluding the ears), neck, respiratory, and cardiovascular system of a healthy paediatric volunteer patient.

Students practice respiratory exam on volunteer patient with feedback from tutor. Parents are welcome to be in the room with their child for the session. Children should be comfortable with being examined by a teacher and 4 medical students. Volunteers receive a $20 honorarium, along with free parking, snacks and water. If interested and available, please contact [email protected].

Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis named to the Royal Society of Canada for 2023. She is among 10 UBC researchers who were announced by the RSC as new Fellows and as new Members of the RSC College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists and among 101 newly-elected Fellows across Canada.

Dr. Kathleen Martin Ginis named to the Royal Society of Canada for 2023 Fellows are elected by their peers for their outstanding scholarly, scientific and artistic achievement.

Exciting news! Dr. Sarah Purcell is the new Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Nutrition and Metabolism in Chronic Disease, based at UBC Okanagan.

UBC Okanagan lands new Canada Research Chair, $6M in federal research funding Dr. Sarah Purcell researches human energy balance in people with chronic diseases, both through the food they’re eating and how that energy is burned.

Check out the latest edition of the Faculty of Medicine's Pathways Magazine.

From climate worry to climate action Climate anxiety is on the rise. UBC researchers are at the forefront of understanding this growing phenomenon — and developing strategies to help people cope.

The Southern Medical Program Excellence Awards recognize outstanding contributions to medical education from faculty and staff across the Interior Health region. The nomination and selection process is completely undertaken by current SMP students.

Congratulations to the 2023 honourees and thank you for your ongoing efforts to support our students.

https://smp.med.ubc.ca/2023/06/26/2023-smp-excellence-awards/

Congratulations to the Southern Medical Program Class of 2023. Hear from some of our newest MD graduates on their UBC experience and what's up next. https://smp.med.ubc.ca/2023/05/23/southern-medical-program-class-of-2023/

Join us for our next MEDTalks presentation on June 7th. In-person and virtual options available. Registration is required.

Lecture overview
Up to roughly one-third of Canadians have low muscle mass, even in those with higher body weight.

As we age, low muscle mass leads to poorer quality of life, complications during surgery, or longer hospital stays. It can also significantly impact how long we live.

Hear from health experts about how the intersection of nutrition, exercise, and chronic disease prevention can improve overall health.

Visit https://events.ok.ubc.ca/event/medtalks-3 to register

Southern Medical Program Meet the healthcare challenges of tomorrow with a career based on evidence-based practice, critical reflection, and lifelong learning. Learn about the MD admissions pathways and how to apply.

Southern Medical Program students organize cervical cancer screening event in the Okanagan on May 27th in Lake Country.

UBC medical students organize cervical cancer screening event in the Okanagan - UBC Okanagan News Local family physicians help to offer Pap tests for patients with limited access

A UBC student researcher is looking at how the lack of health-care resources for pregnant women living in the Northwest Territories influences their delivery and overall wellbeing.

“For many years, perinatal travel has been an oppressive and isolating process for Dene, Métis and Inuvialuit women in the Northwest Territories,” says Southern Medical Program student and researcher Lauren Eggenberger.

“Due to a lack of maternity care services, these women move away from their homes and often miss the joy of celebrating traditional birthing practices with family and friends.”

Read more about the study at https://news.ok.ubc.ca/2023/03/15/ubc-researcher-looks-at-the-effect-of-leaving-home-to-give-birth/

Congratulations to the Southern Medical Program Class of 2023 who celebrated their CaRMS match day yesterday at the Reichwald Health Sciences Centre!

On International Women’s Day, meet some of the outstanding staff, learners, and faculty members in the UBC Faculty of Medicine who are transforming health for everyone:

International Women’s Day 2023 - UBC Faculty of Medicine Meet some of the outstanding women in the UBC Faculty of Medicine who are transforming health for everyone.

Join us for the 10th annual UBC Okanagan Interdisciplinary Student Health Conference on Saturday, March 11th. Students will showcase their health science research and public health experiences. Register at

UBC Okanagan Interdisciplinary Student Health Conference The 10th annual UBC Okanagan Interdisciplinary Student Health Conference will be held on campus on Saturday March 11, 2023.