Emergency
Exterior of the UBC Hospital Koerner Pavilion during daytime

Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) Program at UBC Hospital

This program is a clinical service with a research component for Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) cases. The program is also involved in clinical research concerning the cause and consequences of NMO, raising public awareness, and disseminating information about the disease to the community and health care professionals.

How to access

  • Check eligibility

    We see adults aged 19 years and older. Children and youth may be seen with special arrangements.

  • Get a referral

    You must be referred by your family doctor or a specialist.

Hours of operation

Currently open

We operate 24 hours a day, 7 days a week

The Emergency Department is open 8 a.m. to 8 p.m., seven days a week. Visiting hours may vary depending on the unit. Please call the UBC Hospital main line at (604) 822-7121 to determine visiting times before your visit.

How to get here

We are located on the second floor of the Koerner Pavilion.

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UBC Hospital (UBCH)

UBC Hospital (UBCH) is part of Vancouver Coastal Health and is one of British Columbia's foremost teaching and research facilities situated on the University of British Columbia campus.

Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) Program

The Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) Program provides clinical services with a research component for Neuromyelitis Optica (NMO) cases.