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Health Research Changes Lives

VCHRI is the research arm of Vancouver Coastal Health and a health partner of the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia.

Research at VCH

Dr. Teresa S.M. Tsang
At VCHRI, we embrace cutting edge technology to accelerate discoveries and innovation, prioritize collaborative partnerships and foster talents. Our exceptional research and clinical community strive to improve health across the lifespan for every British Columbian, regardless of geographic location or socioeconomic status. Through unwavering commitment to clinical excellence, academic and scientific rigor, we will create transformative health care solutions together.

Dr. Teresa Tsang Executive Director

Meet our Leadership Team
Dr. David Granville
VCHRI is in a unique position bridging world-class university research with leading clinical specialists, harnessing the brightest minds and opportunities that will fuel the future of medical innovation. We are committed to accelerating the translation and implementation of new discoveries, technologies and treatment options into the health care system.

Dr. David Granville Former Executive Director

Dr. Robert McMaster
What sets us apart is our rich, collaborative and multidisciplinary environment. Health professionals, scientists and trainees across disciplines, institutions and communities are encouraged, and enabled through state-of-the-art facilities, to work together to create new opportunities for novel and advanced treatment and prevention options, and bring innovation to health service delivery.

Dr. W. Robert McMaster Former Executive Director

Our Research

The breadth and scope of research at VCHRI have long-lasting impacts on patient care and health care systems in British Columbia and around the world.

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Our Team

The dedicated VCHRI administrative team provides services to help facilitate research activities at Vancouver Coastal Health. 

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Health and Economic Impact

VCHRI focuses on discovery and translational research that directly impact the health, economic and social outcomes in BC.

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Donate to Research

VCHRI’s partner foundations invest in innovative medical research and fund research ideas to answer important questions that address emerging health needs for British Columbians.

VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation
Richmond Hospital Foundation
Lions Gate Hospital Foundation

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