1928–2011 Dr Al Swan was a remarkable man with an impressive gift of a near-photographic memory. He was a modest but formidable savant in many areas, and it was a treat to be in his company.... Read More
Obituaries
1925–2011 Dr Ken Morton, professor emeritus of orthopaedics at UBC, died suddenly on 13 August. Ken Morton grew up and received his early education in Burnaby. He received both his... Read More
1930–2010 In August 2010 I heard that Harry was unwell, so I contacted him and was invited to join him at his home overlooking Nanoose Bay. I drank tea with Harry and his wife, Lou, on their sunny... Read More
1933–2011 Bernard “Bernie” Mason, MD died at age 77 after a long struggle with several serious medical conditions. Bernie was born in Docking, Norfolk, England. He immigrated to Canada in... Read More
1932-2011 Dr Alje Vennema was born in Leeuwarden, the Netherlands, in August 1932. He came to Canada in 1951, graduating from McGill University Medical School in 1962. He attended Hammersmith Post-... Read More