Back to School Q&A – Ashandeep Sandu
Ashandeep Sandhu Southern Medical Program: Year 4 Hometown: Abbotsford What inspired you to pursue your program? I grew up in a family of nurses, from my mom, aunt, cousins, and now, my younger sister, everyone was involved in healthcare. Being witness to their strong work ethic and contribution to our community, I always wanted to […]
Back to School Q&A – Blake Birnie
Blake Birnie Southern Medical Program: Year 2 Hometown: Born in Abbotsford, raised in Kelowna. What inspired you to pursue your program? Without writing a novel. Medicine aligned with multiple of my interests and I have a phenomenal family doctor who has been one of my role models since my childhood/adolescence. What are you looking forward […]
Back to School Q&A – Jordanna Roesler
Jordanna Roesler Southern Medical Program: Year 1 What inspired you to pursue your program? I have been in and out of a lot of hospitals and clinics, especially when my mom struggled through long-term illnesses and surgeries. Through these experiences I have seen the impact that good and bad care can make, and how it […]
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Healthcare Travelling Roadshow rolls into the Columbia Shuswap
What does a normal heartbeat sound like? What does a midwife do? How does bad posture affect your overall strength? All these questions and more answered as part of the Healthcare Travelling Roadshow. Led by Southern Medical Program (SMP) students based at UBC Okanagan, the BC Interior roadshow made stops in Sicamous, Revelstoke, and Nakusp […]
Canadian researchers review quality of exercise options for those with disabilities
While blueprints are essential for any construction project, a team of researchers—working hand in hand with the Canadian Paralympic Committee (CPC)—say a clear blueprint is vital when it comes to establishing sporting programs including people with disabilities.
Site Director, Undergraduate Education, Kelowna General Hospital
The Southern Medical Program is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Vincent Arockiasamy as the new Site Director, Undergraduate Education, Kelowna General Hospital (KGH). Dr. Arockiasamy is a pediatrician and Clinical Assistant Professor with the UBC Department of Pediatrics. Dr. Arockiasamy completed his medical degree and residency training at St. John’s Medical College in […]
2018 Student Research Presentations
Students from the Southern Medical Program and BC Cancer Agency will be presenting their research projects during the months of June, July, and August at Kelowna General Hospital. Learn more about interesting student research supported through the Faculty of Medicine’s Summer Student Research Program and BC Cancer Agency Internship Program. Presentations will be held in the […]
2018 Reichwald Student Awards
Southern Medical Program (SMP) students Alysson Hamilton and Leah Trippell are this year’s recipients of the Reichwald Family Foundation Southern Medical Program award. The annual award acknowledges excellence in academics, leadership, and community service. Originally from Salmon Arm, Alysson Hamilton studied Biology at Okanagan College, University of Calgary, and Lakehead University while competing in cross-country […]
Southern Medical Program Class of 2018
It is my distinct pleasure to congratulate the Southern Medical Program (SMP) Class of 2018. Our newest graduates are an outstanding group of individuals and it has been a privilege to witness their professional and personal growth over the past four years. The SMP’s thirty-five new doctors represent our largest graduating class and brings the […]