2026 Venture Grant Funds Innovative Study Supporting Islet Cell Transplants
Dr. Michael Bleszynski’s study could revolutionize islet cell therapy
Beyond the Transplant: The Vital Role of Social Support in Recovery
Calvin Ngai’s study is rethinking what support looks like to ensure more patients have a pathway to transplant
The Science Behind Second Chances: Inside Vancouver General Hospital’s Immunology Lab
Behind every successful transplant is the dedicated team at the VGH Immunology Lab.
Funding Supports New Study on Brain Monitoring during Normothermic Regional Perfusion in Organ Donation
Dr. Mypinder Sekhon
In Pursuit of Transformational Research: Pushing the Boundaries of Transplant Possibilities
Dr. Oldani joined Mark to celebrate his first transplant anniversary.
Women in Science Spotlight: Reetinder Kaur
Breaking New Ground
What if, based on the comment of a grieving father, you left work that day, also grieving, and realized that you had potentially stumbled into a groundbreaking idea that could transform what we know about the brain and death?
Every Breakthrough Has a Beginning: The Power of Donor Support
Supporting Living Kidney Donors: Enhancing Care Through Research
Join us for ODTRF’s Celebrate Transplant Event on October 1, 2025!
This annual in-person event will take place on Wednesday, October 1, 2025 in the Paetzhold Multipurpose room (room # 1889) at Vancouver General Hospital. Enjoy light refreshments while connecting with others in attendance. Hear engaging presentations from leading experts in organ donation and transplantation, alongside powerful insights shared by families and transplant recipients. Registration and reception start at 5:30pm....