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Forget the fads, hear what the science is saying about blood sugar

What: MEDTalks: Diet and exercise in the management of blood […]

May 25, 2026

Dr. Matthew Petrie appointed Regional Associate Dean pro tem, Interior

Dr. Matthew Petrie has been appointed Regional Associate Dean pro tem, Interior, effective May 25, 2026 to May 24, 2027. Dr. Petrie is a clinical assistant professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine, and an emergency physician based at Kelowna General Hospital.


May 25, 2026

AI is helping identify heart health risks for people with breast cancer

UBC Okanagan researchers, working with scientists at BC Cancer – […]

May 20, 2026

Dr. Aleks Tkach jointly-appointed as new Clinical Scientific Director

The Southern Medical Program (SMP) based at UBC Okanagan and Interior Health (IH) are pleased to announce Dr. Aleks Tkach as the new Clinical Scientific Director, Research. 


May 13, 2026

Obesity research is on the increase, but UBCO study reveals surprising find

Study of energy expenditure and dietary intake reveals clinical animal research outpaces studies on humans

April 15, 2026

Dr. Emily Stewart appointed Year 1 & 2 Site Director

Dr. Emily Stewart as the new Year 1 & 2 Site Director for the Southern Medical Program (SMP). Dr. Stewart is a Kelowna-based emergency physician and a Clinical Assistant Professor with the UBC Department of Emergency Medicine.


November 19, 2025