Headlines 2022

  • Year in Review 2022

    As 2022 winds to a close, here in the Department of Physical Therapy, we are looking forward to a well-deserved couple of weeks’ holiday, and we hope that you also find time to enjoy this special season. If each year is a journey, then it’s worth pausing to celebrate the milestones that have passed, the…

  • MPT-North Graduate – Sara Norris

    This article was originally published on the Faculty of Medicine website. Sara Norris Hometown: Chetwynd, B.C.Program: Master of Physical Therapy – North What attracted you to your field? I decided to pursue physical therapy because I strongly believe in the benefits of physical activity and have always had a passion for helping others. My interests…

  • Dr Teresa Liu-Ambrose and Dr Janice Eng appointed Canada Research Chairs (CRCs)

    Eight Faculty of Medicine researchers are among a group of Canada Research Chairs (CRCs) announced today by the Government of Canada. UBC received funding for a total of 19 chairs, which includes six new CRCs and two renewed CRCs within the Faculty of Medicine.

  • Retirement Announcement – Sue Murphy – Department Head 

    The Department of Physical Therapy bids a fond farewell to Sue Murphy; a colleague, mentor, and educator.  Sue Murphy is a passionate educator who has worked for the UBC Department of Physical Therapy for over 28 years in a number of teaching and educational roles.  Sue joined the Department of Physical Therapy as a part-time…

  • Dr Alex Scott appointed as Head, UBC Department of Physical Therapy effective November 28, 2022

    Dr Alex Scott appointed as Head, UBC Department of Physical Therapy effective November 28, 2022