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 webinar will take an evidence-informed approach while presenting a contemporary understanding of chronic tendon pain and the best supported approaches to manage it. The results of a recently completed placebo-controlled trial […]
Meet Samantha Smith, MPT class of 2018
Samantha Smith is balancing her training as an Olympic athlete and physical therapist.
Applying lessons learned as an athlete to a profession in PT
First year MPT student, Jasmine Mander is a former captain and midfielder for the UBC Thunderbirds women’s soccer team that won the National Championships in 2015.
Learn a bit about our newest faculty member, Dr. Courtney Pollock
Dr. Pollock joined the Department in July 2018, her research lab is located in the Rehabilitation Research Lab at GF Strong.
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 supervision of Dr. Kristin Campbell.
Northern and Rural students go on a Healthcare Travelling Roadshow
Shayne Casey-Shaw and Nick Macdonald educate and inspire high school students in rural communities to consider a career in physical therapy.
Upcoming 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 populations
Coming soon – The UBC Physical Therapy and Research Clinic
A new clinic on the Point Grey campus that will provide rich clinical placement opportunities for students that will be integrated with research and foster interdisciplinary collaborations.
Demonstrating Value to Add Value
Dr. Clayon Hamilton is a postdoctoral fellow, supervised by Dr. Linda Li. He recently received a prestigious CIHR Health System Impact Fellowship.
A 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, event details, budgeting, class lists, etc. Check out their website for resources and the contact information for our Alumni representative.
In 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.
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 supported alumni University of British Columbia’s mission of realizing the promise of a global community with shared ambition of a better world and an exceptional UBC. […]
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 as not only will Alex provide excellent leadership to the profession, but his involvement will further strengthen the already strong ties we […]
New 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.
Teresa Liu-Ambrose awarded membership in the The College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists
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.
Fighting misinformation in online health ads
Sue Murphy contributes to the development of a tool for screening online health ads for deception
Dr. Lara Boyd helps highlight stroke awareness month
Dr. Lara Boyd is the BC and National spokesperson for the Heart and Stroke Foundation’s recently released report on stroke in women. She was featured by several news organizations. CPSR’s Dr. Lara Boyd talks to Global News about gender differences in stroke. https://t.co/MirhbXcoPb — StrokeRecovery (@HSFCSR) June 10, 2018
Working to improve health for Indigenous communities in B.C.
Pat Camp’s work with Carrier Sekani Family Services is featured in “Pathways” along with a piece on MPT graduate Josina Rhebergen. Check out the link FoM Pathways: Beyond the Boundaries (Pat’s work is in Chapter 1 and Josina is in “Snapshots”).
The 2018 UBC Physiotherapy Tennis Open
Enter the UBC Physiotherapy Tennis Open and help support the students. The tournament will take place on Friday, July 20th 2018 at the UBC Tennis Centre.
Meet Jeremy McAllister, telerehabilitation project manager
Jeremy McAllister will be working as a project manager on the recently funded telerehab project. Telerehab will offer a clinical placement model for teams of entry-level rehabilitation students (physiotherapy, occupational therapy, audiology / speech-language pathology) through virtual, mentored contact with patients in local, remote, urban and rural areas of British Columbia. This will include both […]
Perceptions about Running and Knee OA: Survey Results
Many in the general public rely on Physio’s for information on running and joint health. Do you know the answers?
MRSc student course and research work shapes cardiac rehabilitation care in the BC Okanagan
During his MRSc course work Darrel Hagel became interested in ‘Group Medical Visits’ (GMV’s) as a service delivery model to better support people with chronic health conditions. Supported by his project supervisor, Dr Pat Camp, Darrel used qualitative research methods to investigate patient experiences following a GMV to support post cardiac rehabilitation. Their research findings will help further establish and improve this program in his health region.
Advice to new grads: Embrace the chaos!
Tori Etheridge (nee Arca), class of 2014, passes along her experiences about both traditional and non-traditional work as a Physio.
Solving a murder mystery
Bev Larssen, MSc, MPT/PhD Student, participated in an interactive crime scene investigation case to educate high school students in Chetwynd, BC.
Physical Therapists in Motion–A Student and Practitioner Mixer
Join in our inaugural event. A fast-paced and fun event connecting our clinical students with alumni, potential future employers, mentors and others that make up the Physio community.
MPT student news and events
Students want to connect with you whether by running, playing tennis, enjoying a beverage or mentorship.
Promoting Women in Science
Dr. Lara Boyd and PhD trainee, Jen Ferris make an impression on members of members of parliament.
Faculty and Staff Update
Alison Hoens is named the 2018 Enid Graham Memorial Lecturer, meet new faculty and staff and bid farewell to Anne Rankin
Northern Physiotherapy Day
An opportunity for practitioners in the north to mingle with colleagues, learn and help shape the direction of organizations representing the PT community
Pulmonary Rehabilitation & Exercise Prescription: State of the Art & Science
Pulmonary Rehabilitation & Exercise Prescription: State of the Art & Science will be coming to Vancouver (Saturday Sept. 22 and Sunday morning Sept. 23, 2018) and Prince George and Fort St. John BC (Saturday Sept. 22, 2018 via Videoconference distribution)
Neuroanatomy Refresher: From Bench to Bedside
Neuroanatomy Refresher: From Bench to Bedside is back by popular demand and will be coming to Vancouver and Prince George Saturday October 27 and Sunday October 28, 2018.