Developing a signature for traumatic brain injury
Dr. Naznin Virji-Babul is on a mission to develop signatures of concussion that that might alert athletes to risks of Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s or other neurodegenerative diseases later in life and allow for preventive intervention. She was interviewed by the Ottawa Citizen, read the interview at http://ottawacitizen.com/sports/football/cfl/ubc-researchers-seek-2m-for-ground-breaking-brain-injury-study Dr. Virji-Babul is also investigating whether rest is best for healing […]
Dr. Lara Boyd at TEDx Vancouver 2015
Watch “building the brain you want”
Fall graduation
Congratulations to our 2015 Graduates
Janice Eng’s stroke research featured
Read about Dr. Eng’s research program that is already having an impact on people around the world
Linda Li, The 2015 Association of Rheumatology Health Professional Distinguished Scholar
Associate Professor Linda Li was selected for this year’s Association of Rheumatology Health Professional Distinguished Scholar Award
Teresa Liu-Ambrose on CBC’s Quirks and Quarks
Teresa Liu-Ambrose was interviewed by Bob McDonald for his show, scheduled to air October 31 on CBC Radio.
Yoga and Sport: The Neuroscience of Holistic Health
The Brain Behaviour lab members put Knowledge translation into action at Telus World of Science
Upcoming presentation: Therapy in China: lessons of a UBC grad
Come listen and participate in the discussion and be inspired yourself! Video connections will be made to several locations in the Province.
Science in 60 seconds
Jennifer Ferris is currently an MSc candidate in the Graduate Program of Neuroscience working under the supervision of Lara Boyd in the Brain Behaviour Lab.
TEDx Vancouver will feature Dr. Lara Boyd
This year’s theme is Identity. Lara Boyd will tell the audience how to build the brain they want to have.
What is ‘Walk 10 blocks’?
A great example of how a research/patient partnership can help improve health. Looking for people to beta-test an iPhone app that aims to help users to move more and sit less during the day.
RESEARCH RELAYS for rehabilitation practice
FREE WEBINARS where learners and graduates from the Master of Rehabilitation Science Program present results from systematic reviews or their major project research
Dr. Lara Boyd participating in a centennial event
A UBC Centennial Event at the Railway club. Join for a lively discussion with experts on the evolution and the ethics of devices that target our brains to make us stronger and smarter.
UBC Grad, Sheila Purves, honored with the 2015 Global Citizenship Award
Sheila Purves, BSR ’79 will be honored with one of the awards celebrating UBC’s Best. She was selected for the Global Citizenship Award for her work over the past three decades
EXCEL, online e-learning modules for clinical educators
Whether you are new to your role as a Clinical Educator, or would just like a quick refresher on a certain topic, our EXCEL e-learning modules are here for you!
2015 MPT Research Poster Day, Aug. 13, 2015
Presentations of the MPT students small group collaborative research projects will take place August 13, 2015 from 9:25 to noon
Introducing the Department’s Summer Program
The Department’s participation in the Vancouver Summer Program (VSP) in Medicine begins July 21, 2015.
The Department celebrates success in trainee awards
The Department celebrates the recent strong showing for Post-doctoral fellowship awards
UBC Alumnus and student help a client with Guillain-Barre attend the Women’s World Cup Final.
Clinical educator and UBC alumnus (2011), Scott Okrainetz with MPT1 student Mary-Anne Levson help Darbi Aitchison attain her goal of attending the FIFA Women’s World Cup Final this Sunday.
Our Partner Organization, PABC, produces a new video
The Physiotherapy Association of BC produces a video highlighting the important role of Physiotherapists in keeping people moving.
The Physiotherapy Open
Maintain your physical activity, compete and network with the MPT students
Health Care Traveling Road Show
Two first year MPT students will participate in the 2015 Healthcare Traveling Road Show
Winning awards for international education program
The Department’s Internationally Educated Physiotherapist Exam Preparation (IEPEP) Program wins the 2015 Faculty of Medicine Award for Innovation in Continuing Medical Education / Continuing Professional Development.
School of Hard Knocks, an educational alumni event
Assistant Professor, Naznin Virji-Babul will be one of a panel of experts presenting on the topic of concussion in an upcoming alumni event
Associate Professor, Alex Scott receives the UBC Faculty of Medicine Overall Excellence – Early Career award
Dr Alex Scott was honored with the UBC Faculty of Medicine award for Overall Excellence as an Early Career faculty member for his outstanding contributions in the areas of research, education, and service.
Clinical Associate Professor, Simone Gruenig awarded the 2015 Clinical Faculty Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching
The Department is most fortunate to have such an accomplished and admired clinical faculty member.
Survey of Health Professional Physical Activity Practices and Needs
Help inform the development of the toolkit of resources to support increasing physical activity and reducing sedentary behaviour in patients living with chronic disease.
Collaboration key to unravelling mysteries of the mind
Research from Dr. Lara Boyd’s Brain Behaviour Lab is featured as one example of the research excellence at UBC
New clues into why cancer patients experience ‘chemo brain’
UBC research looks at effects of ‘chemo brain
Upcoming Class Reunions
Reunions provide the perfect opportunity to get reacquainted with old classmates and reconnect with your alma mater. The following classes are planning reunions: BSc PT/OT ’86 is planning on holding their reunion to align with Alumni Weekend 2016, date not yet set but likely late May. Class of BSc PT/OT ’95 is planning a reunion for Sept […]
Neuroanatomy from Bench to Bedside
This inter-disciplinary, continuing education course is the ultimate learning experience for all clinicians interested in neuroscience and rehabilitation.
Continuing Professional Development Coordinator
The Department of Physical Therapy is seeking to appoint a Clinical Faculty / Clinical Administrator to undertake the activities of a Physical Therapy Continuing Professional Development Coordinator.
Yoga, Neuroscience and Physical Therapy
Katie Wadden is a PhD candidate in the Brain Behavour Laboratory she is on a non-traditional career path toward becoming a Physical Therapist.
Strengthening the Body Strengthens the Mind
Teresa Liu-Ambrose focuses on defining the role of exercise to promote healthy aging and prevent cognitive and functional decline among seniors.
Darlene Redenbach retires
The Department bids a fond farewell to Dr. Darlene Redenbach, a colleague, friend, mentor, and educator.
Join us at the Physio Forum April 25, 2015
Once again we look forward to participating an this interesting and fun event, the largest gathering of Physiotherapists from throughout the Province.
Neuroanatomy Refresher: From Bench to Bedside
Expert instructors, Tara Klassen, Lara Boyd and Claudia Krebs will provide evidenced based bench to bedside content that will improve your practice.
MRSc program celebrates its10th Anniversary with a leadership webinar series
Space limited. Register by March 30
At the intersection of Art and Science
Brain images of concussion from Department members on a large format art display as a part of ‘Light Works’
Janice Eng to give a Vancouver Institute lecture
Admission to lectures is free and the public is invited to attend
Department members present at the APTA Combined Sections
The American Physical Therapy Association’s Combined Sections Meeting is the largest gathering of Physical Therapist in North America, bringing together more than 10,000 physical therapy professionals for several days of educational programming, networking opportunities, and exhibits. Dr. Naznin Virji-Babul with present with former Post-doctoral fellow, Dr. Michael Borich who is now Assistant Professor at Emory […]
Teresa Liu-Ambrose to participate in two upcoming public events
Free events open to the public
Naznin Virji-Babul receives Susanne Klein-Vogelbach Special Award
A publication by Naznin Virji-Babul was deemed excellent by the George and Susanne Klein-Voglebach Foundation.
Vanderhoof is first beneficiary of the Northern and Rural program
Kaley Hopps, a Northern and Rural Cohort graduate of 2014 has begun work in Vanderhoof, helping to alleviate the shortage of Physiotherapists in northern and rural communities.