Fighting misinformation in online health ads
Sue Murphy contributes to the development of a tool for screening online health ads for deception
View ArticleTeresa Liu-Ambrose awarded membership in the The College of New Scholars,...
The College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists is Canada’s first national system of multidisciplinary recognition for the emerging generation of Canadian intellectual leadership. It comprises a...
View ArticleNew technology to help stroke patients regain mobility
Professor Janice Eng and PhD Candidate, Riley Louie, had Global News TV coverage of their robotic exoskeleton trial for improving walking in stroke that they are running in three provinces.
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Faculty members take on leadership roles
Alex Scott has been elected President-elect of Physiotherapy Association of BC (PABC), and will take over the role as President next spring for a 2-year term. This is very exciting for the Department...
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Nancy Cho receives a 2018-19 Alumni Builder award
The Alumni Builder Award recognizes a cross section of alumni representing all faculties who have significantly contributed to the University and enriched the lives of others, and in doing so, have...
View ArticleIn memoriam, Dr. Donna Ford
Dr. Donna Ford who taught Anatomy to UBC PT students for many years passed away at the end of July. We are thankful for all her contributions to UBC and the PT program.
View ArticleA resource for alumni reunion planning
Wondering if your class is planning an upcoming reunion? Or want to plan something but need some help? The alumni office is here to help. They will help you with all aspects of reunion planning,...
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Demonstrating Value to Add Value
Dr. Clayon Hamilton, supervised by Dr. Linda Li, received a prestigious Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Health System Impact Fellowship Award, one of only six given out in this...
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Coming soon – The UBC Physical Therapy and Research Clinic
Excitement abounds around the Department of Physical Therapy following the approval from the Faculty of Medicine to open our very own student-led clinic: The UBC Physical Therapy and Research Clinic....
View ArticleUpcoming continuing education course: Pilates for the Older Person
This course will discuss where Pilates fits into exercise guidelines for older adults and will demonstrate how to design a practical Pilates program for both healthy older adults and for special...
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Northern and Rural students go on a Healthcare Travelling Roadshow
Each spring, the Healthcare Travelling Roadshow focuses on inspiring rural B.C. students to consider careers in health care. Co-ordinated through the Northern Medical Program, in conjunction with the...
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Bridging the gap between research and clinical practice
MSc Candidate, Sarah Weller, is helping people with cancer reconnect with their bodies. Sarah is an Exercise Physiologist completing her MSc degree in the Rehabilitation Sciences program under the...
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Learn a bit about our newest faculty member, Dr. Courtney Pollock
Dr. Courtney Pollock was recently appointed as an Assistant Professor in July 2018. I undertook my clinical training as a physiotherapist at McMaster University, graduating in 1998. I enjoyed working...
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Applying lessons learned as an athlete to a profession in PT
Meet Master of Physical Therapy first year student, Jasmine Mander. Jasmine is a former captain and midfielder for the UBC Thunderbirds women’s soccer team that won the National Championships in 2015....
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Meet Samantha Smith, MPT class of 2018
Samantha Smith graduates from the program in November and is working toward being a top notch PT and Olympic athlete. What inspired you to pursue a Masters in Physical Therapy? I chose physiotherapy as...
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Upcoming webinar: Contemporary Treatment Approaches for Chronic Tendon Pain
Many treatments have been recommended for the treatment of chronic tendon pain (tendinopathy). The diversity of possible treatments can challenge patients and their treatment providers. This free...
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Meet Incoming Assistant Professor, Jackie Whittaker
Dr. Whittaker will join the Department in July 2019 expanding our musculoskeletal expertise. I undertook my clinical training as a physiotherapist at the University of Alberta, graduating in 1993....
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