Mini-Sabbaticant
Mini-Sabbaticant Mercedes Chan, MBBS, MHPE, FRCPC Pediatric Rheumatologist, BC Children’s Hospital Clinical Associate Professor, Pediatric Rheumatology University of British Columbia Dates of Visit: March 31 – April 4, 2025 Biography Dr. Mercedes Chan is a pediatric rheumatologist at BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, Canada, and a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of […]
Call for 2025 MHPE-Canada and Clinical Educator Fellowship Program Applications
We are now accepting applications for the Master of Health Professions Education (MHPE) Canada and CHES’ Clinical Educator Fellowship Program. Apply now! This call includes inviting applications for the 2025 Indigenous Stream of the Clinical Educator Fellowship Program, following a successful, inaugural round of applications for our 2024 cohort. With support of an advisory […]
March 2025 Invited Speaker Rounds
Deconstructing Groundhog Day: Transformational Learning as a Lens on Professional Growth Matt Sibbald, MD, MHPE, MSc, PhD, FRCPC Associate Dean, Undergraduate Medical EducationEducational Scientist, MERITFaculty of Health Sciences, McMaster University Date: Tuesday, March 11, 2025 Time: 12:00pm to 1:30pm Hybrid: IRC Room 414 & Zoom* Zoom Details: For connection details, please email ches.communications@ubc.ca. Abstract Ever felt […]
Mini-Sabbaticant
Stefany Morrison, MD, FRCPC Clinical Instructor, Faculty of Medicine, UBC Point of Care Medical Education Lead, Division of Internal Medicine, UBC Student, Masters of Education, Concentration in Health Profession Education, University of Ottawa Dates of Visit: September 19 to October 24, 2024 Biography Dr. Stefany Morrison is a practicing general internal medicine specialist at the […]
Invited Scholar
Surabhi Rawal, MDCM, MSc (HPE), FRCPC Pediatric Hematologist/Oncologist, Montreal Children’s Hospital Director, Subspecialty Residency Training Program Assistant Professor, McGill University Dates of Visit: September 10 – 11, 2024 Biography Dr. Surabhi Rawal completed medical school at McGill University and graduated from the UBC Pediatric Hematology Oncology training program in 2016. She completed a Clinical Educator […]
Mini-Sabbaticant
Mercedes Chan, MBBS, MHPE, FRCPC Pediatric Rheumatologist, BC Children’s Hospital Clinical Associate Professor, Pediatric Rheumatology University of British Columbia Dates of Visit: October 7 – 11, 2024 Biography Dr. Mercedes Chan is a pediatric rheumatologist at BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver, Canada, and a Clinical Assistant Professor of Pediatrics at the University of British […]
Poster 12 – Enhancing Engagement: A Quality Improvement Pilot Project in Online Graduate Education for Healthcare Professionals
Presenter: Ruth Vilayil Authors: Sacha Williams, Parsa Khanbadr, Jana Macleod, Ruth Vilayil Poster Abstract: Objectives: Summarize what measures are meaningful for online student engagement Identify pragmatic change ideas for increasing student engagement Interpret the impact of improvements on the student experience Many higher education courses are virtual, promoting geographic inclusivity and flexibility. Online courses often […]
Poster 11 – Scoping Review: Strategies Utilized by Pharmacists in Prescribing-Related Decision Making
Presenter: Priya Samuel Authors: Priya Samuel, Theresa L. Charrois, Kerry Wilbur, and Marion Pearson Poster Abstract: Background: Pharmacists’ role in healthcare has evolved significantly with the introduction of independent prescribing authority. The act of prescribing requires pharmacists to take increased responsibility for patient care and clinical decisions. Little is known about the challenges pharmacists face […]
Poster 10 – The BRAIN Project – Building Resources and Accessibility in Neurology for Practical Learning in Pharmacy
Presenter: Larry Leung Authors: Lim R, Ranger, H, Grey M, Chang S, Micallef J, Leung L Poster Abstract: Background: The UBC Entry-to-Practice PharmD Neurology Module primarily relies on didactic lectures to cover complex neuroscience concepts and advanced pharmacotherapy. This approach builds foundational knowledge, but offers limited opportunities for students to engage directly with patient perspectives […]
Poster 9 – Enhancing Pharmacy Education with Generative AI: Student Perspectives on a Simulation Patient Role-Playing Program
Presenter: Fong Chan Authors: Dr. Fong Chan*, Dr. Jamie Yuen*, Brie Weir, Jon-Paul Marchand, Neelam Bancy, Dr. Nour Mishel Ghashghaei (*Drs. Chan and Yuen are Co-Principal Investigators) Poster Abstract: Learning objectives: Describe a web-based case platform that integrates generative AI virtual patients for student practice. Identify student opportunities to practice clinical skills using generative AI […]