News & Honours

SAVE THE DATE: Research Day 2025January 27, 2025Save the Date: 2025 UBC Division of Palliative Care Research Day | June 25, 2025 Join us for an inspiring day of exploration and innovation in palliative care research. Our annual Research Day will feature presentations from leading experts, groundbreaking research, and opportunities to connect with colleagues and peers in the field. Whether you’re a […] Read More

Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Fify SoeyonggoSeptember 9, 2024Today, we are excited to spotlight our most recent Division Head: Dr. Fify Soeyonggo! Read on to learn more about her favourite sushi restaurant and what she is creating in the world right now (very exciting!) Site:  Tri- Cities. What’s the best part about your job? Working with my team to help my patients live […] Read More

Hsu & Hsieh Foundation Distinguished Scholar Position: Dr. Mathieos BelaynehSeptember 4, 2024Heartfelt congratulations on your appointment as the Hsu & Hsieh Foundation Distinguished Scholar! This recognition is a testament to your exceptional contributions to the field of palliative medicine and your unwavering commitment to advancing clinical research. As a Palliative Medicine Physician at Surrey Memorial Hospital and BC Cancer Surrey, your dedication to improving patient care […] Read More

Resident Spotlight: Dr. Sonia BrarAugust 26, 2024This week, we are featuring Dr. Sonia Brar! She is in her second year of pediatric palliative care residency. Read on to learn more about her hobbies and favourite restaurant in Surrey, BC! What’s the best part about your residency experience? The children and families at Canuck Place. What are you most looking forward to […] Read More

Resident Spotlight: Dr. Henry HeAugust 19, 2024This week on Resident Spotlight is Dr. Henry He is a distinguished member of our faculty, known for his commitment to advancing medical knowledge and patient care. With a strong focus on both research and clinical practice, Dr. He brings a wealth of experience and insight to his role. His dedication to his work is […] Read More

Resident Spotlight: Dr. Sean McKenzieAugust 12, 2024This week on our resident spotlight is Dr. Sean McKenzie! Continue to read to learn more about his favourite type of exercise and a great piece of advice for new physicians. 1. What’s the best part about your residency experience:  The best part of residency is being able to live, work and learn in different […] Read More

July 15, 2024A couple weeks ago (a delayed post due to covid/admin catchup, sorry!), we held the 2024 Orientation Day at our offices at St John Hospice on the UBC Campus. It was an opportunity to welcome our newest Palliative Residents in both the Enhanced Skills and Subspeciality programs. Welcome to: Alex Dragoman Henry He Brian Li […] Read More

Congratulations to the 2024 Graduates and Thank You Julia!July 2, 2024Late last week we came together to celebrate our newly minted 2024 Palliative Care graduates! It has been such a privilege to support their learning and growth over the past year(s). Congratulations to Dr. Wenna Deng Dr. Esaba Kashem Dr. Emily Nguyen Dr. Khue-Tu Nguyen Dr. Kathleen Xu We also took the opportunity to celebrate […] Read More

Thank you Dr. Soeyonggo and Dr. Ridley!June 28, 2024Thank you Dr. Soeyonggo for all of your hard work as Division Head and to Dr. Ridley as the Subspecialty Adult Palliative Care Program Director. Your commitment to sharing knowledge and fostering learning is evident in every detail you both do. We are all grateful for the opportunity to access such a wealth of resources […] Read More

2024 PGME and DOM AwardsJune 24, 2024Earlier this month we got some very exciting news! Stephanie Milne, our Lead Academic Coordinator, was awarded the Department of Medicine Staff Award of Excellence-CUPE 2950. Soon after, we also learned that three of our amazing Division members were recognized by PGME: Dr. Fify Soeyonggo, PGME Faculty Award Dr. Shannon Bunn, PGME Program Director Award […] Read More