Dr.
Felix A. Durity -
Delta
![Click on image for full-size version](/web/20061229020208im_/http://www.protocol.gov.bc.ca/protocol/prgs/obc/2005/2005_Durity_sm.jpg) Dr.
Felix Durity is a neurosurgeon and humanitarian who has dedicated
his life to seeking out the best possible neurosurgical care for
the people of British Columbia. He has pioneered many techniques
and initiated radical treatment programs, and was named one of the
"Best Doctors in Canada" in 1998.
Dr. Durity was
the first resident to be trained in neurosurgery at the University
of British Columbia, after which he embarked on a path of life-long
education, studying with many renowned neurosurgeons across the
globe. As a result, British Columbians have a neurosurgeon who is
able to operate on the most difficult and complex cerebrovascular
problems. Dr. Durity established the first Canadian intracranial
pressure-monitoring unit, which revolutionized the acute care management
of head injuries, and he helped establish Vancouver General Hospital's
Laser Surgery program.
As Head of UBC's
Neurosurgery Division, Dr. Durity single-handedly raised funds to
provide salary support for neurosurgical residents, research and
equipment. He has served on numerous hospital, university, national
and international boards and committees. In Ghana, West Africa,
Dr. Durity, with other Canadian colleagues, is founding the Centre
of Excellence in Clinical Neuroscience, working with various Canadian
organizations to raise funds for the project, which will serve 275
million West Africans.
Dr. Durity has
received a multitude of prestigious teaching and clinical excellence
awards. He has been honoured with the Primus Inter Pares degree
from the Vancouver Medical Association, and the Cam Coady Medal
for Excellence in the areas of education and humanitarianism.
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