About
Dr. Meaghan Thumath will be speaking at this event on April 9th.
The Transforming Health Symposium is a flagship event of the UBC Faculty of Medicine. Each year, it brings together global thought leaders, clinicians, researchers, trainees, and industry experts to explore how biomedical innovations can be translated into tangible health solutions. This year’s theme is Transforming Biomedical Innovation for Real-World Health.
Call for abstracts:We invite attendees to submit an abstract for poster presentations showcasing innovative work aligned with this year's theme. Our submission deadline has been extended, and you can submit your abstract online by March 9, 2026, following instructions in
New this year:The UBC AI and Health Network will host a dedicated half-day forum focused on translating AI innovation into real-world health impact. The forum will highlight early progress and explore how AI-enabled tools can address complex health challenges, laying the groundwork for scalable and meaningful integration within the healthcare system.
Event details
Date: April 8–9, 2026
Time:
April 8: 8:00 am–5:45 pm PT (followed by networking)
April 9: 8:00 am–1:30 pm PT
Location: Fairmont Pacific Rim, Vancouver, BC
Date & Time
Wed, April 8
