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Weight Bias in Perinatal Care: National Study Highlights Inequities 

UBC Midwifery researchers Dr. Nisha Malhotra, Dr. Cecilia Jevitt, and Dr. Saraswathi Vedam are co-authors of a groundbreaking study on weight stigma in maternity care, recently published in BMC Pregnancy and Childbirth. This national study reveals significant inequities in perinatal care, particularly for individuals with higher body mass indices (BMIs).  New Canadian research underscores the widespread […]

Reminder: Apply to the UBC Midwifery Program by December 5th!

Are you passionate about supporting birthing individuals and families through their pregnancy journey? Don’t miss your chance to join the UBC Midwifery Program! The deadline to submit your UBC application is fast approaching on December 5th Here’s what you need to know: Ready to start your journey? Visit our How to Apply page and take […]

Lovold, Ann

RM IEMBP – Clinical Administrator Email: allison.campbell@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Terry Evans

RM Clinical Associate Professor Representative, Family Practice Clinical Faculty Appointments and Promotions Committee Email: allison.campbell@ubc.ca

Tanya Momtazian

RM, BSc, BMw, MPH Clinical Instructor Representative, Faculty of Medicine Clinical Faculty Committee Email: tanya.momtazian@ubc.ca

Laura Mercer

RN(C), RM Clinical Assistant Professor Representative, Family Practice Clinical Faculty Appointments and Promotions Committee Email: laura.t.mercer@ubc.ca

van Bruggen, Susan

Clinical Site Coordinator, Surrey Cohort Email: susan.vanbruggen@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Cheng, Rosie

Instructional Assistant IEMBP Email: rosie.cheng@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Ortiz, Marisa

Instructional Assistant Email: marisa.ortiz@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Wallace, Kim

Administrative Coordinator Email: kimberly.wallace@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Redgers, Kayley

RM Lead – Clinical Placement Coordinator Email: kayley.redgers@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Mordak, Katia

RM Indigenous Midwifery Coordinator Email: katia.mordak@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Kim, HeeJung

Administrative Manager, Operation Site Lead Email: heejung.kim1@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Dobie, Blake

BA Senior Manager, Administration Email: blake.dobie@ubc.ca Pronouns: he/him/his

Rebman, Alicia

Communications & Marketing Coordinator Email: alicia.rebman@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Sallad, Aisha

Student Services Manager & Advisor Email: aisha.sallad@ubc.ca Phone: 604 875 2424 ext.4046 Pronouns: she/her/hers

Simmons, Valerie

RM, RN, MA Lecturer Vancouver Island Cohort Email: valerie.simmons@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Vedam, Saraswathi

RM, PhD, FACNM, Sci D (hc) Professor Lead Investigator, Birth Place Lab MSFHR Health Professional Investigator Email: saraswathi.vedam@ubc.ca Phone: 604–875–2424 ext:5879 Pronouns: she/her/hers

Johnson, Natalie

RM Lecturer Email: natalie.johnson@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Butska, Luba

RM, PhD Associate Professor of Teaching Email: luba.butska@ubc.ca Phone: 604–822–7998 Pronouns: she/her/hers

Brimblecombe, Lindsay

RM Assistant Professor of Teaching Email: lindsay.brimblecombe@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Campbell, Kim

RM, MN Associate Professor of Teaching Midwifery Continuing Professional Development Email: kim.campbell@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Kellie Thiessen

RM, RN, PhD Associate Professor, Clinician Scientist Email: kellie.thiessen@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Nguyen, Jenn

RM, MSc Assistant Professor of Teaching Lead, Clinical Skills and Simulation Lab Email: jennifer.nguyen@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Wines, Jane

RM, MSc Lecturer Lead, Internationally Educated Midwives Bridging Program (IEMBP) Email: jane.wines@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Bayrampour, Hamideh

PhD, MSc Associate Professor Email: hamideh.bayrampour@ubc.ca Phone: 604-827-1917 Pronouns: she/her/hers

Carty, Elaine

MSN, CNM, DSc (hc) Professor Emerita Email: elaine.carty@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Jevitt, Cecilia M.

PhD, CNM, APRN, FACNM, RM (non-practicing) Program Director (Interim), Professor Email: cecilia.jevitt@ubc.ca Phone: 604–822–0771 Pronouns: she/her/hers

Duran, Cecilia

RM, CNM, WHNP Lecturer, 3rd Year Lead Faculty Email: cecilia.duran@ubc.ca Pronouns: she/her/hers

Ellis, Cathy

BFA, RM, MSc, PhD Associate Professor of Teaching Emerita Email: cathy.ellis@ubc.ca Phone: 604–822–2680 Pronouns: she/her/hers

UBC Midwifery Faculty Contribute Lactation Education Research

Marianne Brophy and Kim Campbell have co-authored a newly published paper alongside an interprofessional team led by Dr. Suzanne Campbell, Professor Emeritus at UBC Nursing. The paper “Effectiveness of interprofessional development of foundational lactation open education resources” was recently published in the Clinical Simulation in Nursing Journal. Their research highlights how collaboration across healthcare disciplines […]

Celebrating UBC Midwifery Award Recipients

Each year, the Faculty of Medicine recognizes faculty and staff members for excellence in teaching, research, administration, innovation and public service. Applegarth Staff Service: Tracey Mason Killiam Teaching Prize: Allison Campbell

UBC Midwifery Honours Orange Shirt Day

UBC Midwifery Stands with Indigenous Communities As we approach Orange Shirt Day on Sept. 30, we take a moment to reflect on the stories and experiences of Indigenous peoples affected by the residential school system. At UBC Midwifery, this day reminds us of our commitment to reconciliation and the importance of listening to the voices […]

UBC Midwifery Continues to Grow

We are excited to welcome the following new team members. Natalie Johnson, a new lecturer from the Island. Natalie is also a Course Tutor for MIDW 200, 201, 305, 320. Kim Wallace, our new administrative coordinator. Kim will be working closely with leadership to support current and future initiatives and the administrative needs of the […]

Welcome Class of 2028!

UBC Midwifery faculty and staff would like to welcome the Class of 2028. As students embark on this journey, they will acquire the knowledge, skills, and compassion essential for making a meaningful impact. We look forward to engaging with you and witnessing your growth as you contribute to the advancement of the midwifery profession. You’re […]

Campbell, Allison

RM, MA Associate DirectorLead, Midwifery Undergraduate Program Email: allison.campbell@ubc.ca Phone: 604 827 2146 Pronouns: she/her/hers

Happy Canada Day!

Happy Canada Day! Whatever today means to you, we can always celebrate coming together, the beauty of our land, the diversity of our people, and its Indigenous Nations any day of the year. 

Welcome! Tanya Momtazian

Join us in welcoming Tanya Momtazian, your new midwifery representative for the UBC Faculty of Medicine Clinical Factory Advisory Council. We thank Kate Blake for her three-year term ending June 30, 2024.  Highlights: Responsibilities:  For the terms of reference, please refer to the UBC Faculty of Medicine’s Clinical Faculty Advisory Council—Terms of Reference page. For […]

National Indigenous Peoples Day

via UBC Today marks National Indigenous Peoples Day. The summer solstice is significant to many Indigenous groups and communities across Canada which makes this a fitting opportunity to recognize and celebrate the history, heritage, resilience and diversity of First Nations, Inuit and Métis across Canada. UBC Events National Indigenous History Month Pride Month via UBC […]