Michael Klein – Canada’s father of family friendly births
Dr. Michael Klein has a mantra that’s guided him during his remarkable and revolutionary career. “My approach has always been, ‘What do women and children need? Not what do we [physicians] need,’” the B.C.-based doctor told White Coat, Black Art host Dr. Brian Goldman.
Models of Care
After doing a routine check of the patient’s vitals, first-year UBC medical student Arielle Roberts sat down with a Canadian Armed Forces member to learn more about his medical history. It’s a conversation she’ll never forget. “We talked for an hour-and-a-half, discussing his experiences and health challenges,” she recalls. “It was unlike any patient interview […]
At least one year between pregnancies reduces risks for mother and baby
Twelve to 18 months seems to be the ideal length of time between giving birth and getting pregnant again, according to new research from the University of British Columbia and the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health.