OUR MISSION

Research

With an aging population and an overall increase in the participation of regular athletics and exercise in the general population, research in risk factors and warning signs for cardiovascular events as well as optimal training should be investigated.

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Education

SportsCardiologyBC provides public education on safe participation in athletics through the dissemination of results from research investigation, the interpretation of clinical case studies and education seminars.

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Advocacy

We believe that the public should be informed and educated on the importance of cardiovascular health and how to prevent tragic cardiovascular events. SportsCardiologyBC collaborates with local, national and international medical, health, and athletic organizations.

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Clinical Assessment

With the overwhelming existing evidence on the beneficial and preventive effects of exercise, our society is becoming increasingly physically active. Our goal is to assess and evaluate athletes to ensure optimal and safe participation in athletics and exercise.

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LATEST NEWS

14Apr, 2021

Why the Vancouver Canucks — and non-pro athletes like you — need to be careful about heart health post-COVID

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“Pains in the chest, increased breathing problems, a marked decrease in performance, unexplained fast heart rates, fainting or near fainting,” said James McKinney a sports cardiologist with SportsCardiologyBC. “If you have those type of symptoms, [...]

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9Nov, 2021

When Should I Start to Worry About My Cholesterol?

November 9th, 2021|Comments Off on When Should I Start to Worry About My Cholesterol?

By Jannie Ko It is widely known that high cholesterol levels can lead to increased risk of cardiovascular events such as heart attack and stroke. Cholesterol is a waxy substance that is used to help [...]

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Fax: +1 (604) 822-7625
Email: scbc.research@vch.ca

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SportsCardiologyBC
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UBC Hospital
2211 Wesbrook Mall
Vancouver B.C.
V6T 2B5

VGH / UBC Foundation


SportsCardiologyBC is supported by donations to VGH &
UBC Hospital Foundation. Your donations ensure that
our highly specialized program can continue to invest
in research, cardiovascular screening and public
education to improve the health of British
Columbians and athletes around the world.

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