Roger Wong, Executive Associate Dean, Education, has been selected by the British Geriatrics Society (BGS) as the 2017 Trevor Howell Guest Lecturer.
Dr. Wong, a geriatrician and clinical professor in the Division of Geriatric Medicine, is the second Canadian — and first UBC professor — to receive this honour, which recognizes eminent physicians or scientists with an international reputation.
As this year’s lecturer, Dr. Wong will deliver a keynote address at the BGS autumn meeting, being held in London from November 22-24. His lecture will focus on sharing lessons from Canada about how to improve acute care for older people.
“It is a privilege for me to represent Canada and the University of British Columbia on the international stage and I look forward to sharing insights about supporting the health care needs of older adults at this year’s annual conference,” says Dr. Wong, former President of the Canadian Geriatrics Society.
