The Path Ahead for Innovation in Reimbursement

Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre 6163 University Boulevard, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Join the Institute of Health Economics (IHE) for an in-person afternoon of presentations and panel discussion convened by the IHE Health Technology Innovation Platform. The program will include provincial, national, and international perspectives on the implementation of innovative reimbursement agreements to support the adoption of promising new technologies and deliver treatments to patients in a timely and […]

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PharmaWhere? Exploring the Future of Drug Coverage in Canada

Robert H. Lee Alumni Centre 6163 University Boulevard, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

The 36th annual Centre for Health Services and Policy Research (CHSPR) health policy conference will explore the future of drug coverage in Canada at a time of potentially significant policy development. As millions of Canadians cannot afford their prescription drugs, the federal government is in the process of developing new legislation that will enable a more […]

Are hospitalized patients becoming more complex? Results from a population-based study

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John Staples, MD, FRCPC, FACP, MPH Scientist, Advancing Health Clinical Associate Professor, UBC Health Professional-Investigator, Michael Smith Health Research B.C. Hiten Naik, MD Research Fellow, Clinician–Investigator Program, UBC General Internal Medicine Physician, UBC Hospital Wednesday, March 6, 2024 12:00–1:00 PM The Cullen Family Lecture Theatre at St. Paul's Hospital, or Online Complex patients require complex care. […]

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iCON South Asian Health Forum: Healthy Living, Healthy Heart

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iCON South Asian Health Forum: Healthy Living, Healthy Heart will take place on Saturday, March 9, 2024. Delivered in Panjabi with simultaneous English interpretations available. Free to attend and boxed lunch will be provided. Also, explore and interact with the various community partners present at the exhibit hall.   Location: Surrey City Hall   This hybrid (online and […]

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Placebo and the ethics of deception in brain research and clinical care

UBC Robson Square 800 Robson Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

The placebo effect is powerful in many neurological and psychiatric disorders and clinical trials often use placebos when developing and testing new treatments. Some people question the ethics of including a placebo group in research, while others would argue that to not do so is ethically fraught. In some cases, estimating the placebo effect and […]

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BC Provincial Deprescribing Webinar Series #6

Online/Virtual Event

When challenged by complex cases involving people taking too many medications, we may ask: Can I stop any of these? Which should I stop first? Do I need to taper this drug? If so, how? What should I monitor for after stopping, and when? Many clinicians address these clinical questions successfully, improving outcomes for patients. […]

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Is big pharma guiding federal drug policy? Impact of proposed regulations on prices & access to new medicines

School of Population and Public Health (SPPH) 2206 East Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

In February 2023, Dr. Matthew Herder resigned from the Patented Medicine Prices Review Board (PMPRB), citing the government’s failure to implement critical reforms to lower medicine costs. Health Minister Jean-Yves Duclos has denied any interference, stressing that the PMPRB is politically independent. Dr. Aslam Anis (Professor and Director Pro Tem, School of Population and Public Health) will explore […]

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Informing ethical lung cancer screening policies through inquiries of key informant perspectives and public values

School of Population and Public Health (SPPH) 2206 East Mall, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada +1 more

Speaker: Manisha Pahwa, McGill University Lung cancer screening policies and programs are evolving in Canadian jurisdictions with the goal of reducing lung cancer mortality. Potential ethical issues range from promoting autonomy and minimizing harm, to group-level justice considerations related screening access and the use of lung cancer risk factor information to determine individual screening eligibility. […]

Bridging worlds: Integrating Indigenous knowledges and design thinking for digital adolescent mental health assessment

Online/Virtual Event

Johanna Sam, PhD, M.Sc. Assistant Professor, Faculty of Education, Department of Educational and Counselling Psychology, and Special Education Michael Smith Health Research BC Scholar Bridging worlds: Integrating Indigenous knowledges and design thinking for digital adolescent mental health assessment This interactive presentation explores the intersection of Indigenous knowledge, design thinking, and e-mental health tool development to […]

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Indigenous Peoples’ experiences and realities within the Canadian Healthcare system: What’s the impact on health outcomes?

Online/Virtual Event

Indigenous peoples have consistently faced health inequities in the Canadian Healthcare system, which have contributed to poorer outcomes. This disparity is still a reality for many Indigenous peoples seeking care. It is important to understand how systemic racism and stereotypes influence the care they receive today. The SBME Indigenous Engagement Committee in collaboration with the […]

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CGSHE Trainee Research Symposium: Spring 2024

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The Centre for Gender & Sexual Health Equity is proud to present our next Trainee Research Symposium! The symposium will showcase ten-minute presentations by CGSHE trainees from UBC and SFU on intersectional approaches to gender equity and sexual health, followed by a Q&A session. The CGSHE Trainee Research Symposium is co-hosted by CGSHE in the […]

Peace of Mind for Rural Maternity in BC with Real-Time Virtual Support’s (RTVS) Maternity and Babies Advice Line (MaBAL) with Dr. Amy Sawchuck & Dr. Keeve de Villiers

Online/Virtual Event

Drs. Keeve de Villiers and Amy Sawchuk will present on the Maternity and Babies Advice Line, part of the Real-Time Virtual Support (RTVS) suite of peer support pathways. Family physicians with expertise in obstetrics are available 24/7 to support rural providers with maternity, newborn or women’s health issues. The service provides a safety net and […]

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