Vandad Yousefi

Vandad Yousefi, MD, CCFP, FHM, DRCPSC, is a dedicated physician with expertise in quality improvement and patient safety. He is a Diplomate of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, a Fellow in Hospital Medicine with The Society of Hospital Medicine, and holds certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada.

Dr. Yousefi currently serves as Head of the Department of Family and Community Practice at Vancouver Coastal Health. Previously, he held leadership roles at Fraser Health Authority, including Regional Department Head – Hospital Medicine and Regional Medical Director – Hospitalist Program.

Dr. Yousefi's commitment to quality improvement is evident in his numerous publications, presentations, and involvement in provincial and national organizations. He has contributed to initiatives focused on enhancing patient safety, optimizing hospitalist programs, and improving healthcare delivery. He has also been recognized with awards such as the Award for Clinical Excellence in Hospital Medicine from the Canadian Society of Hospital Medicine.

Dr. Yousefi holds a Doctor of Medicine from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Science from Simon Fraser University. He completed his Family Medicine residency at the University of Calgary.

Areas of special interest: Quality Improvement, Medical Leadership, Patient Safety, Health Services Researcg