Heart stops beating for 30 year old father
Duncan Ris went into cardiac arrest on his 30th birthday. When he awoke at VGH, he was a changed man.
Time for Accurate Diagnosis
Dr. Emilie Joos, Trauma Surgeon at VGH, loves to help her patients restore their quality of life.
Farmer’s legacy funding the future of brain health
Fred Town left a gift to VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation in his will, supporting research at the Djavad Mowafaghian Centre for Brain Health.
Harry Rosen Tournament for Life raises over $573,000 for prostate care and research
The 23rd annual Harry Rosen Tournament for Life was a smashing success, raising over $573,000 towards prostate care and research in BC.
Deep Brain Stimulation is stopping tremors every day
Dr. Christopher Honey is a world-leader in Deep Brain Stimulation. His work is providing tremor relief to hundreds of patients a year.
Jon’s Story
It took 10 physicians from six different specialties working together to save his life after being crushed by a race car
Revolutionizing ovarian cancer care and prevention for women worldwide
Dr. Dianne Miller: Revolutionizing ovarian cancer care and prevention for women worldwide
Philanthropy supports the future of nursing
The Vancouver Acute Bursary Awards are given out every year to nurses at VGH and UBC Hospital to further their education, provide professional development and offer life-long learning opportunities. This ultimately improves patient care for thousands of British Columbians.
Remembering Michael Phelps, a true gem of health care philanthropy
It is with great sadness that we announce our former leader, supporter and dear friend…
VGH saves Prince George man after his SUV crashes into a moose
When Brad hit a moose with his car, he came to VGH where new Brain Bolt technology saved his life.
Transforming cancer treatment in BC
Vancouver, BC – Today, VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation announced an $18 million gift from…
Cancer research saves patients like Shell
Shell Busey, host of BCTV’s Home Check, visited his doctor for a routine check-up which revealed he had prostate cancer
A lifetime of giving at VGH
95-year-old Jo Macdonald has been volunteering at VGH for 45 years, with no plans of slowing down.
Epilepsy Patient Uses Second Chance at Life to Help Others
Quesnel resident, Natasha Wasmuth has turned her experience with epilepsy into a fundraiser in support of the Seizure Investigation Unit at VGH.
Wildland Firefighter Saved by VGH
Wildland firefighter Ryan Jones is alive and thriving thanks to Brain Bolt technology at VGH.
Meet a Health Care Provider: Music Therapist Gemma
Gemma has combined her passion for music and helping people into a career as a music therapist at VGH’s BTHAU.
