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Great Spine Care (and Potato Chips!) Inspire Donations
Jill Munro is a bright, energetic woman with a promising future ahead of her. In…
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$10,000 donation provides critical lifeline and peace of mind for seniors
VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation recently recognized Vancouver Firefighters’ Charitable Society (VFCS) for their generous…
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT: Dr. Evan Wood
Meet Dr. Evan Wood, Professor of Medicine at UBC. Dr. Wood is the new Medical…
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Mental illness and addiction: a diversity of approaches for a diversity of communities
Mental illness and addictions are serious issues that affect thousands of British Columbians. Whether it’s…
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Did you know? Quick facts about community-based mental health services
Mental illness is one of the largest contributors to disability worldwide. Early intervention is crucial…
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Managed Alcohol Program
A small percentage of alcoholics don’t respond to traditional addiction treatment programs. Their dependence…
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Doug’s Story
Doug was vacationing at a remote cablin on Valdes Island when he became paralyzed on his right side. It was 36 hours before he reached VGH and time was running out.
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$105,000 donation improves treatment and care for TB patients at VGH
TB Vets Charitable Foundation generously donated $105,000 to VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation to fund the role of a recreation therapist to help improve the health and quality of life of patients in the TB Unit at VGH.
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Staff Spotlight: Dr. Chad A. Kim Sing, Emergency Department Head and Medical Director, VGH
Meet Chad A. Kim Sing, Attending Physician, Emergency Medicine at VGH
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Staff Spotlight: Cassie Wright, RN, Lead Project Coordinator, Emergency, VGH
Meet Cassie Wright. Besides working as a registered nurse in Vancouver General Hospital’s Emergency Department,…
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Every minute counts: Improving patient care while saving money
Staff at our hospitals are always looking for ways to be more efficient. It makes…
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Creating a more efficient emergency room
When someone comes through the doors of Vancouver General Hospital’s emergency room, they want to…
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Did you know? Quick facts about VGH’s Emergency Department
As one of the busiest emergency rooms in the province, Vancouver General Hospital’s Emergency Department provides urgent care to over 95,000 British Columbians a year.
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VGH BOARD MEMBER LEAVES A LEGACY TO BENEFIT OTHERS
For Rick Mahler, giving back to the community is part of his life. Over the…
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BELIEVING IN THE POWER OF ART THERAPY
To say that Jim O’Hara is a “people person” is an understatement. As Vice President…
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½ BILLION HEARTFELT THANKS
Thanks to you, our donors, we’ve raised over $500,000,000 since 1980. These donations have helped…
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HONOURING THE ANGELS IN HER LIFE
On December 9, Rebecca Gingell paid tribute to the angels who have supported her. When…
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TD BANK GROUP INVESTS IN YOUNG SCIENTISTS
Dr. Patricia Mills has a vision. As a physician scientist at GF Strong Rehab Centre…
