Alastair McAlpine

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    Prescribing ice cream and countering misinformation: Q&A with Dr. Alastair McAlpine

    Born and raised in Johannesburg, Dr. Alastair McAlpine, a researcher with the Vaccine Evaluation Center (VEC) at BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR), is passionate about pediatric palliative care and infectious diseases. He received his medical training in South Africa, but limited vacancies to pursue a specialization in his desired field brought him to Vancouver. After meeting a…

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