The UBC Department of Family Practice is saddened by the passing of Dr. Marko Yurkovich, a beloved clinical instructor, and alumnus of our Postgraduate Residency Program, on October 4th, 2025.
Dr. Yurkovich pursued his medical training at the University of British Columbia. He completed the Family Practice Postgraduate Residency Program at the Vancouver-Fraser Site from 2014 to 2016, where he returned as a clinical instructor in 2018.
Dr. Yurkovich founded Genetica Medical & Wellness Centre, where he welcomed and mentored countless UBC medical students and residents. As a true leader in primary care, he was instrumental in advancing initiatives that deepened continuity of care and strengthened team-based practice across the community. He was a beloved teacher, mentor, colleague, and friend, whose unwavering passion for patient-centred care shone through every interaction. His team continues to honour his legacy through their dedication to teaching, compassion, and service to the Downtown West End community he so passionately served.
“We, at the Vancouver Fraser Family Practice Site, remember and honour our former resident and colleague, Marko, following his courageous battle with cancer,” says Raquel Feswick, Site Coordinator, on behalf of the Vancouver-Fraser Site. “His commitment to teaching and his advocacy in the community made a meaningful impact. Marko was a valued member of our community and we will miss him dearly. Our thoughts are with his family and loved ones.”
The Marko Yurkovich Colorectal Cancer Foundation was established to commemorate Dr. Yurkovich’s mission to raise awareness, drive research, and advocate for early onset colorectal cancer. He will be missed.
Family Medicine Residency Site: Abbotsford-Mission 