Dr. Blake Gilks Archives | VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation

When Doctors Become Donors
October 31, 2016
More than a dozen physicians band together to help fund the new Hybrid Operating Room at VGH.
Reid Family Donation Kicks Off Fundraising
October 31, 2016
“Protecting and improving our health care system is a responsibility for all Canadians.”
The Future of Surgery
October 31, 2016
For Umberto, it’s getting the surgery he needs, right here at home. [:zh]This multi-year initiative will transform surgical care at VGH and UBC Hospital to enhance patient outcomes.
Back in the driver's seat: New vehicle funded by ICBC expands GF Strong's driver rehabilitation program for British Columbians
October 4, 2016
A new fully-equipped and adaptable minivan funded by ICBC has allowed GF Strong to expand its driver rehabilitation program and allow more patients throughout B.C. the opportunity to develop their driving skills.
Erica's Story
September 19, 2016
My leukemia proved quickly to be very aggressive in nature but I now stand as the very blessed, humbled and honoured recipient of both a bone marrow transplant and a double lung transplant.
25th Annual Ismaili Walk Raises over $320,000 to Improve Mental Health Care in the Community
September 18, 2016
Participants celebrated this milestone event in some great weather weather, alive with the spirit of service and caring for the community.
Mental Health research gets boosts from Coast Capital Savings' 15th annual Charity Golf Tournament
September 15, 2016
The tournament, a sell-out again this year with more than 180 participants, benefits the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation in support of depression research with funds from the event supporting a focus on research benefiting youth.
Philanthropy powers Renal Program expansion
August 31, 2016
The project — a vision of the VGH Renal Program — included increasing the inpatient capacity from 30 to 43 beds, as well as increasing the number of Independent Dialysis beds from 8 to 15.
The Recycle Ride for Transplant Research
August 3, 2016
Come out for the 3rd Annual @Recycle Ride on Sunday, August 21! Test your strength on the bike by joining us as we tackle four climbs spanning120 kilometres through North and West Vancouver.
2016 Outstanding Young Leaders – Medal of Merit Award
July 27, 2016
Nominations are invited for two categories – Young Professionals, ages 24 to 35, and Young Ambassadors, ages 15 to 23.
A gift from the heart, for the heart
July 12, 2016
Thomas Kinloch lived life large. An avid world traveller, accomplished pianist and suave ballroom dancer, he knew how to have fun. In 2002, Thomas was diagnosed with heart disease.
The Impact of Workplace Giving
July 12, 2016
Lakhwir Boparan has lived through every mom’s worst nightmare. In 2008, her 28-year-old son was involved in a terrible car accident. On life support and suffering from a traumatic brain injury, doctors thought he might not ever walk again, let alone recover.
Lifesaving Spinal Surgery Inspires Donation to Research
July 12, 2016
When he first met Dr. John Street at Vancouver General Hospital in July 2015, Bob Saunders was in excruciating back pain. He knew he was very ill. What he didn’t know was that by that evening he would be undergoing emergency lifesaving surgery.
2016 MR. LUBE TOURNAMENT FOR LIFE PHOTOS
June 27, 2016
Thank you to everyone whose tremendous support helped us to break records once again. This year’s 20th anniversary event raised over $570,000 for the world-leading work at the Vancouver Prostate Centre.
Honouring the Incredible Nurses in VGH's ICU
June 23, 2016
Galina Tsvasman was a teacher who made a meaningful difference to her students. She was…
Richard's Story
May 12, 2016
Richard was riding his bike to work on a Thursday morning when he was hit by a bus. And then a dump truck.
Mother and daughter battle the same cancer
May 4, 2016
At 91, nothing surprises me much. When my daughter Isabel was diagnosed with endometrial cancer…
Bonded through adversity
May 4, 2016
My mom and I are very close. Maybe it’s because of the close bond that…