Research Archives | VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation

Fundraising to end blood disease

January 11, 2016

The Warrens have set the bar high. They are hoping to raise $1-million for the Hematology Research Program (HRP) at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) so that medical staff can continue to investigate cures for blood diseases.

Longer Healthier Lives for Men

January 11, 2016

Before his massive heart attack, Morley Lercher hadn’t given much thought to his health. The now 67-year-old played sports throughout his youth and rarely visited the doctor.

Interview with Dr. Peter Lennox

August 7, 2015

All members of our group have donated to this Chair, most on multiple occasions. This reflects the esteem in which Dr. Clugston continues to be held, as well as the perceived importance of the chair.

Transplant Research Foundation of BC merges with VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation

July 22, 2015

A partnership between the Transplant Research Foundation of BC and VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation was announced at VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation’s Annual General Meeting in June.

Donors Score a Home Run for Blood Cancer Care and Research

July 9, 2015

After being diagnosed with multiple myeloma in 2001 and followed by a stem cell transplant in 2002, John was taken aback by the level of care and caring demonstrated by the complete team of hematologists and support staff at VGH. The decision was immediately made to give back wherever and whenever possible.

OVCARE targets worldwide ovarian cancer rates

July 8, 2015

As a group, OVCARE has made several transformational discoveries that are fundamentally changing the way people think about ovarian cancer.

Leaders in Ophthalmology Care

April 27, 2015

Every day, Dr. Maberley and his colleagues at the Eye Care Centre, located at VGH, work to restore their patients’ vision and improve their quality of life.

Promising new research at VGH

April 27, 2015

Dr. Thalia Field is on a mission to spare families from the pain that comes from strokes and dementia.

Did you know? Quick facts about the VCH Research Institute

November 18, 2013

VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation works closely with VCH Research Institute (VCHRI) to strengthen health…

VGH TEAM RECEIVES INFECTION CONTROL AWARD

November 18, 2013

At VGH, groundbreaking work is producing award-winning results. A multidisciplinary team, led by Dr. Elizabeth…

HEALTH RESEARCH BENEFITS PATIENTS AND THE ECONOMY

November 18, 2013

Health research is critical to making ground-breaking discoveries that help patients, but did you know…

Pancreas Centre BC Made Entirely Possible by Donors

October 21, 2013

Pancreatic cancer is one of the most deadly cancers. Tragically, it’s also one of…

Cutting-Edge Research

October 15, 2013

DISCOVERING NEW CURES AND TREATMENTS Detecting early signs of disease. Developing leading-edge treatments. Discovering new…

Beautify Me Vancouver Raises Money for Cancer Research

July 15, 2013

In 2010, when Dan Nguyen was diagnosed with leukemia, he received care at VGH’s Leukemia and Bone Marrow Transplant Unit. Clinical trials give hundreds of patients like Dan access to new and potentially lifesaving treatments.