ਡਾ. ਹੋ 1998 ਤੋਂ 2008 ਤੱਕ (Continuing Professional Development) ਦੇ ਐਸੋਸੀਏਟ ਡੀਨ ਸਨ ਅਤੇ 2008 ਤੋਂ 2015 ਤੱਕ ਫੈਕਲਟੀ ਅਵ ਮੈਡੀਸਨ ਈਹੈੱਲਥ ਸਟਰੈਟਜੀ ਆਫ਼ਿਸ (Faculty of Medicine eHealth Strategy Office) ਦੇ ਸੰਸਥਾਪਕ ਡਾਇਰੈਕਟਰ ਸਨ। ਕੈਂਡਲ (Royal College of Physicians and Surgeon’s of Canada’s Professional Development Committee) ਅਤੇ (eHealth Committee of the Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada) ਦੇ ਪਿਛਲੇ ਮੈਂਬਰ ਸਨ। ਉਹ (World Health Organization eHealth Observatory and Pan American Health Organization Knowledge Management) ਨਾਲ ਸਹਿਯੋਗੀ ਹਨ। ਉਹ (International Association of Humanitarian Medicine) ਦੇ ਵਾਈਸ ਪ੍ਰਧਾਨ ਹਨ।
Betsy Leimbigler holds a Ph.D. in political science from the John F. Kennedy Institute, Free University Berlin, Germany. She has previously worked in various roles and institutions, including at UBC Okanagan as a postdoctoral researcher and research coordinator, at the Canadian Commission for UNESCO, and the University of Ottawa Centre on Governance. She also taught courses on policy analysis and health politics at the Free University of Berlin and Bard College Berlin. She is passionate about languages, cultures and health equity.
ਈਮੇਲ: betsy.leimbigler@ubc.ca
Ana Feng
Research Assistant
As a recent graduate of the University of British Columbia, I have a strong academic foundation in Psychology and Biology. Throughout my academic journey, I have deepened my understanding of human behavior and biological processes, which I apply to contribute effectively to healthcare and research.
In addition to my academic background, my proficiency in multiple languages enables me to communicate and collaborate with a diverse range of individuals and communities. This skill is crucial for addressing the unique needs of various populations and ensuring that research and healthcare initiatives are both inclusive and accessible.
With previous experience supporting non-profit organizations, I aim to use my expertise to help different communities thrive and lead healthier lives.
Gurkaman Bal
Work Learn Student – Community Engagement Assistant
Gurkaman Bal is an undergraduate student at the University of British Columbia pursuing a degree in Cellular and Molecular Neuroscience. He is passionate about community engagement, healthcare innovation, and exploring how science and research can be translated into meaningful, accessible impact for diverse communities. He is particularly interested in how communication and outreach strategies can make health and academic initiatives more accessible, inclusive, and impactful. He is excited to further develop his skills in engagement, collaboration, and knowledge sharing within a research-driven environment. In his free time, he enjoys playing football, going to the gym, and painting, which provide a balance to his academic and professional interests
Hargun Sidhu
Work Learn Student – Research Assistant
Jamie Lam
Research Assistant
Minika Chu
Marketing & Communications Coordinator
Minika holds degrees in Marketing Management and Corporate Communications. She has 15 years of experience in marketing, communications, fundraising and event management, working for public relations agencies and non-profit organizations in both Hong Kong and Canada. Minika moved to Vancouver in 2013, most recently working with Alzheimer Society of B.C. and S.U.C.C.E.S.S. Foundation, and enjoys work-life balance here in Canada. She also believes that cultural diversity paves the way with more empathy and compassion, and to approach the world from various perspectives. “Do everything in love”.
ਈਮੇਲ: minika.chu@ubc.ca
Naunidh Sidhu
Work Learn Student - Communication Associate
Naunidh is an undergraduate student at UBC, pursuing a degree in Neuroscience. She is passionate about exploring how neuroscience can inform policy and innovation and how digital health can be integral to improving patient outcomes. In her role at DigEM, she is eager to support communications and engagement efforts that make research and health initiatives accessible for diverse communities.
Vanesse Li
Work Learn Student - Community Engagement Associate
Vanesse is an undergraduate student at the University of British Columbia pursuing a major in Microbiology & Immunology. She is passionate about community engagement, advocacy, and research, with a particular interest in exploring how science and healthcare can be made more accessible and inclusive for diverse communities. Through her role at DigEM, she is excited to learn more about knowledge translation and community engagement, while helping improve accessibility through digital tools and innovation.