AFMC Congratulates Sharmila Anandasabapathy on Her Appointment as Dean of the Faculty of Medicine, University of British Columbia 

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November 13, 2025

The Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada (AFMC) is pleased to congratulate Sharmila Anandasabapathy on her appointment as Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health at the University of British Columbia (UBC), effective November 1, 2025. 

Dr. Anandasabapathy brings to UBC a distinguished career as a physician-scientist, global health leader, and academic innovator. She joins UBC from Baylor College of Medicine, where she served as Vice President of Global Programs and Senior Associate Dean, overseeing international health initiatives, biomedical innovation, and interdisciplinary education. 

With a background in gastroenterology, biomedical engineering, and global health equity, Dr. Anandasabapathy has led groundbreaking work in early cancer detection, portable diagnostic technologies, and health systems innovation across North America, Asia, Africa, and Latin America. Her appointment marks a significant milestone for UBC and Canadian medical education, reflecting a commitment to interdisciplinary leadership, global engagement, and innovation in health education. 

“Together with our people and partnerships, UBC’s Faculty of Medicine is well positioned to lead in health equity, translational science and innovation and team-based care,” says Sharmila Anandasabapathy, Dean of Medicine and Vice-President, Health at the University of British Columbia. “We will advance a globally engaged, locally responsive model of education and research that strengthens communities, transforms systems and prepares future health leaders for today’s most pressing challenges.” 

Dr. Anandasabapathy succeeds Dermot Kelleher, who served as Dean of UBC’s Faculty of Medicine since 2015. AFMC extends its sincere thanks to Dr. Kelleher for his visionary leadership and lasting contributions to academic medicine in Canada.  

AFMC looks forward to working with Dr. Anandasabapathy in her new role as a member of the AFMC Board of Directors and supporting her efforts to foster innovation, equity, and excellence in medical education and health research.