Welcome to the Division of Rheumatology.
Vancouver across False Creek, with mountains in the background
This site is not intended to provide medical advice or answer clinical care questions. The content contained herein is for divisional information purposes only, and to provide a brief overview of who we are. Any and all questions related to your medical care should be directed to your physician or individual rheumatologist.
Mission:
We are clinicians, scientists, leaders and educators whose mission is to guide the next generation of rheumatologists towards clinical and academic excellence in their future careers; and advocate for patients with rheumatic diseases requiring complex care in British Columbia in a way that is respectful, inclusive, timely, and sustainable.
Vision:
To be an international center in patient care, medical education, and translational research pursuing excellence, respect, equity, diversity and inclusion to improve care for adults with potential life threatening or disabling inflammatory / autoimmune rheumatic diseases.
Values:
Excellence in clinical care, education, research, innovation, collaboration, respect, academic freedom, accountability; and fostering a culture of equity, diversity, and inclusivity.