Dr. Brian Kwon

Professor

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Biography

After completing a spine surgery fellowship in Philadelphia in 2003, Brian Kwon earned his PhD in neuroscience from the University of British Columbia in 2004. He then commenced his academic career as a spine surgeon-scientist with a focus on acute spinal cord injury. Currently, he serves as a Professor in the Department of Orthopaedics at the University of British Columbia and works as an attending orthopaedic spine surgeon at Vancouver General Hospital. Dr. Kwon's practice emphasizes the management of adult spine trauma, spinal cord injuries, as well as non-traumatic conditions including spine infection, deformity, and degeneration. Additionally, he is the Principal Investigator at ICORD and manages an active basic and translational research laboratory, contributing significantly to advancements in the field of spinal injury research.

Research Interests

Spinal Cord Injuries Neuroprotection Acute Spinal Cord Injury Biomarkers Acute Spinal Cord Injury Implantable Sensors Spinal Cord Injury Hemodynamic Management Spinal Cord Injury Spinal Surgery

Requirements for University of British Columbia

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6.5
Reading
Required:6.5
Writing
Required:6.5
Speaking
Required:6.5
Overall
Required:7
TOEFL
Listening
Required:22
Reading
Required:22
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Philosophy or related field 3 credits in formal logic 6 credits at the upper level in history of philosophy 3 credits at the upper level in ethics or value theory 6 credits at the upper level in metaphysics, epistemology, or philosophy of science
Application Checklist
  • Online application form
  • Application fee
  • Transcripts from all post-secondary institutions
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Writing sample (15-20 pages)
  • Statement of intent
  • Evidence of English language proficiency
Specialization Notes

Offers course-only and thesis routes. Focus areas include philosophy of science, mind, ethics, and Asian philosophy.