Join us on November 5 as we explore how bringing together the voices of patients, communities, clinicians and health-system partners is transforming health research and driving real-world impact across Vancouver Coastal Health.
Intended Audience
This event will bring together local researchers, health professionals and patient partners who are passionate about advancing patient-centred research and innovation in health care.
What to expect:
- Presentations and panel discussions: Discover how VCHRI research is advancing more inclusive, patient-centred health care through meaningful partnerships with patients and communities.
- Networking and socials: Meet colleagues from across VCH and UBC, exchange ideas and build new collaborations.
- Fun and activities: Enjoy refreshments, photo booths, interactive activities, prizes and more.
Event program
1:00 p.m. Welcome and Land Acknowledgement
- Elder Glida, Dr. Stirling Bryan
1:20 p.m. From lived experience to research impact
- Dr. Andrei Krassioukov and Mujtabaa Saloojee, Dr. Julia Schmidt, Dr. Cornelia Laule, Cheryl Niamath and Arwen Buckman-Stanley. Moderator: Dr. Brian Kwon
2:10 p.m. Researchers, clinicians and health systems in action
- Dr. Emily Brigham and Jacqueline Turvey, Dr. Gillian Hanley and Geoff Schierbeck, Dr. Dirk Lange and Dr. Ben Chew. Moderator: Dr. Chris Carlsten
3:20 p.m. The impact of philanthropic partnership
- Angela Chapman
3:25 p.m. Looking ahead: Partnerships to build research as care
Dr. Donald Griesdale, Dr. Gabrielle Legault, Dr. Teresa Tsang, Dr. Roger Wong. Moderator: Dr. Stirling Bryan
For more details and/or to register, please visit: https://www.vchri.ca/ResearchDay2026
Registration is open until October 23.
