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Living to Die Well: Caring for Quality of Life at Every Stage
Join colleagues and community members for a special evening with Dr. Sunita Puri, leading palliative care physician and author. This event explores how we can better support patients and families through goal-aligned, values-based decision-making during serious and life-limiting illness. 📅 Thursday, November 6 at 7:00 PM 📍 Kay Meek Arts Centre, West Vancouver 🎟️ Tickets: […]
Resident Spotlight: Dr. Qing Ning (Randi) Mao
🌟 Resident Spotlight: Dr. Qing Ning (Randi) Mao 🌟We’re excited to introduce Dr. Qing Ning (Randi) Mao, one of our palliative care residents. Passionate about holistic, patient-centered care, Randi brings warmth, curiosity, and a deep commitment to making people’s lives better. From memorable moments with patients to her love of basketball, travel, and food, her […]
Congratulations to Dr. Lawrence Chow and Dr. Jessica Otte!
Congratulations to Dr. Lawrence Chow and Dr. Jessica Otte! We are proud to share that two of our faculty members have recently been honoured with prestigious awards from the UBC Faculty of Medicine: Dr. Lawrence Chow received the Clinical Faculty Award for Excellence in Mentorship. This award recognizes clinical faculty members who have demonstrated outstanding […]
Dr. Robin Love Appointed to the Order of British Columbia
Dr. Robin Love Appointed to the Order of British Columbia We are thrilled to announce that Dr. Robin Love, a pioneering family and palliative care physician based in Lantzville/Nanaimo, has been appointed to the Order of British Columbia, the province’s highest form of civilian recognition. For more than 30 years, Dr. Love has been a […]
CME Day 2025 – November 28, 2025. Registration Is Now Open!
📢 Registration Now Open for CME Day 2025! We’re excited to invite you to this year’s Division of Palliative Care CME Day — When Organs and Spirits Falter: Palliative Care beyond Cancer. As always, our program is designed to engage both generalists and specialist palliative care practitioners. This year’s focus is on non-cancer diagnoses, which […]
New Division Head: Congratulations Dr. Adam Fowler!
Congratulations to Dr. Adam Fowler on His Appointment as Division Head of UBC Division of Palliative Care. We are pleased to extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Adam Fowler on his appointment as the new Division Head of the UBC Division of Palliative Care. Dr. Fowler brings a wealth of experience, compassion, and leadership to […]
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Manisha Sharma
This week, we are proud to shine our Faculty Spotlight on Dr. Manisha Sharma, a dedicated educator, researcher, and mentor whose work continues to inspire both students and colleagues alike. 1. Site: Lionsgate Hospital on the North Shore. 2. What’s the best part about your job? Undoubtedly the culture: the docs, allied health, nurses, social […]
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Chantal Chris
We are honored to feature Dr. Chantal Chris, a distinguished member of our faculty whose expertise and dedication inspire both her students and colleagues. Her passion for palliative care continues to shape the next generation of thinkers and leaders. Discover more about Dr. Chris’s journey, achievements, and the incredible work she’s doing in her field. […]
Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Jessica Otte
The second feature of our double feature: We are proud to highlight Dr. Jessica Otte, an exceptional member of our faculty who continues to inspire and shape the next generation of scholars. Dr. Otte brings a wealth of knowledge, dedication, and innovation to her work. Discover more about Dr. Otte’s favourite things below and her […]
Faculty Spotlight: Kathleen Yue
Today’s first of a double feature. We are excited to spotlight Kathleen Yue, a dedicated and inspiring member of our faculty. Her innovative teaching methods and commitment to fostering a dynamic learning environment make her an invaluable part of our institution. Read on to learn about her favourite past times and take a peek at […]