UBC Department of Physical Therapy

10/14/2026

Dr. Lara Boyd was invited by The Mel Robbins Podcast to discuss her work on brain plasticity and learning.

Dr. Lara Boyd is a Professor and Distinguished University Scholar at the University of British Columbia. She is both a Neuroscientist and Physical Therapist. Dr. Boyd directs the Brain Behaviour Lab at the University of British Columbia, which performs research that tests ideas surrounding how behaviour and brain health affect learning.

Watch her latest appearance on The Mel Robbins Podcast where she discusses 🧠:

▪ How to rewire your brain at any age
▪ How doing challenging things can help your brain learn and change
▪ The #1 driver of change in your brain
▪ The daily habit that Dr. Boyd calls “rocket fuel” for your brain
▪ How to prime your brain for success and the truth about manifestation
▪ How to make lasting change, even if you’ve felt stuck for years

Watch the full podcast https://bit.ly/4ySAgKi.

10/14/2026

Happy Allied Health Professionals Day!

Today, we honour the many contributions of allied health professionals across the UBC Faculty of Medicine and beyond. Your expertise, compassion and dedication to patient-centered care improve lives every day.

Thank you for everything you do.

10/14/2026

10/13/2026

**TOMORROW**
Join us for a Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) North Virtual Info Session on October 14th, at 530 PM (PST).

Department representatives will discuss the profession and admission requirements for the MPT program, followed by a Q&A session.

Learn more and register https://bit.ly/4zXsuQg.

10/12/2026

Happy Thanksgiving! The office is closed and will resume regular hours tomorrow morning. Enjoy the long weekend. 🍁🦃

10/08/2026

Join us for a Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) North Virtual Info Session on October 14th, at 530 PM (PST).

Department representatives will discuss the profession and admission requirements for the MPT program, followed by a Q&A session.

Learn more and register https://bit.ly/4zXsuQg.

10/07/2026

**TOMORROW**
This info session on October 8th is for Indigenous applicants. This event will provide a brief overview of the profession, discuss the application process, and meet Indigenous students and staff. Register today https://bit.ly/4zXsuQg.

10/06/2026

**TOMORROW**
Join us for a Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) Virtual Info Session on October 7th, at 530PM (PST).

Department representatives will discuss the profession and admission requirements for the MPT program followed by a Q&A session.

Learn more and register https://bit.ly/4zXsuQg.

10/03/2026

Reconciliation isn’t just something to reflect on once a year. It requires continuous learning, humility, accountability, and action.

In physical therapy, Indigenous cultural safety, humility, and anti-racism are part of our professional standards. As Indigenous Peoples continue to heal, we all have a responsibility to create safer, more equitable spaces in health care and beyond.

Learn more https://bit.ly/3Uc92ip.

10/01/2026

We are hiring! 👋 The UBC Department of Physical Therapy invites applications for a Classroom Coordinator at our Vancouver location. Learn more and apply https://bit.ly/4z4b4A4.