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The University of Calgary's Cumming School of Medicine (CSM). #UCalgaryMed #ResearchMatters

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The CSM is mourning the loss of Dr. Glenda MacQueen, MD, PhD. Glenda was a renowned researcher and educator and we owe much of the success of our school to her. Her kindness and mentorship will be greatly missed. Our thoughts are with Glenda’s family during this difficult time.
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The Cumming School of Medicine and Alberta Health Services’ Calgary Zone are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Tom Stelfox, MD, PhD, as scientific director of the O’Brien Institute for Public Health, effective Nov. 1, 2020.
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The CSM, in collaboration with the @calgarybmsa , has established a Black Applicant Admissions Process for those who apply to our Undergraduate Medical Education program. @yycMDs Read more:
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The Cumming School of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kannin Osei-Tutu, MD, MSc, the inaugural senior associate dean of Health Equity and Systems Transformation, effective Feb. 1, 2023. Congratulations Dr. Osei-Tutu! Read more:
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Kudos Dr. David Keegan for being an incredible champion of community health and well-being!
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I was standing in the lineup to get into @costcocanada @costco and got a bit cold, so started doing lunges, and I ended up leading a #lineupworkout !
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Dr. @SofiaAhmedMD , an advocate for women’s cardiovascular health, a leading researcher in kidney and cardiovascular disease, and a mentor dedicated to guiding the next generation is being honoured with a @CMA_Docs Award! @LibinInstitute
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Thrilled to share #UCalgaryMed ’s Dr. Michael Hill, MD, is among the newest appointees to the Order of Canada! A leader in stroke research, Dr. Hill is recognized for his contributions to the advancement of acute stroke care and treatment:
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Our researchers are getting down to the bone with some of Canada’s top figure skaters:
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The Cumming School of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kirsten Fiest, PhD, as the new scientific director of the O’Brien Institute for Public Health, effective Nov. 1, 2023. Congratulations Dr. Feist! Read more: @OBrien_IPH @kmfiest
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Leaders, advocates and champions: Meet the CSM's Dr. Valerie Taylor, MD, PhD, and Dr. Fiona Clement, PhD, recipients of @WXN Canada’s Most Powerful Women Top 100 Awards. Congrats! @HotchkissBrain @OBrien_IPH @Mathison_Centre @DrValerieTaylor @FionaHTA
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Congratulations to @cefarrier who has been named the newest Rhodes Scholar from @UCalgary #RhodesScholarship @rhodes_trust @UCalgaryBHSc
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Congratulations to UCalgaryMed researchers Stephanie Borgland, Matthew Hill on their recognition from @royalsociety .
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Congratulations to the eight @UCalgary researchers who have been inducted into the prestigious Canadian Academy of Health Sciences!
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The Cumming School of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Sonya Lee, MD, as the department head for Family Medicine, effective July 1, 2020.
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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Antonia Stang, MD, as the new academic and clinical head of @UCalgaryPeds . Join us in congratulating Dr. Stang who will step into her new role May 1! @AHS_media @UofCr4kids @UCalgaryEM
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Congrats to our Top 40 Under 40 CSM family: Dr. Alexander Ah-Chi Leung, Dr. Signe Bray, Dr. Rahim Kachra, Dr. Ilyan Ferrer, Dr. Michael Roumeliotis, Dr. Rachel Grimminck, Dr. Antoine Dufour, Dr. Rita Henderson, Dr. Tyler Williamson and Dr. Aaron Phillips
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“To see a stroke patient walk out of the hospital after being incapacitated is incredible, and it happens almost on a daily basis." -Dr. Mohammed Almekhlafi, MD. June is Stroke Month. Learn how the Calgary Stroke Program is advancing stroke treatment:
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Dr. Catherine Lebel, PhD, has received the 2022 Steacie Prize for Natural Sciences, a prestigious honour awarded annually to an early-career scientist or engineer. Bravo to Dr. Lebel on this great achievement. Read more:
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Researchers from @UCalgary have developed a new method to test for #COVID19 that can provide results in 30 minutes without the need for high-tech equipment and the reagents that have been in limited supply worldwide.
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Did you know medical school starts today? Big welcome to the class of 2019!
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On #NationalSuperheroDay we would like to thank the many CSM researchers, such as Drs. Chris Mody, Tyler Williamson, Craig Jenne, Kelly Burak, Gabriel Fabreau and John Conly to name a few, for their commitment to share information and keep the public informed during #COVID19 .
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Congratulations to Dr. Brenda Hemmelgarn, MD, PhD, on her appointment to Dean of @UAlberta_FoMD . Dr. Hemmelgarn has had a tremendous impact on our medical school over the past 16 years. We will surely miss her but wish her all the best in her new role!
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University of Alberta
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The University of Alberta welcomes our new Dean of the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Dr. Brenda Hemmelgarn. #UAlberta @UAlberta_FoMD
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A very warm welcome to the MD Class of 2021! Enjoy your first week of #medschool orientation. #MedZero
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UCalgary researchers first to discover specific cell population that could lead to new ways to repair damaged hearts:
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#UCalgary researchers discover new tactic to stop the growth of #glioblastoma , the deadliest form of brain cancer.
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Congrats to Dr. Jon Meddings, MD, past dean of the Cumming School of Medicine, on his AMA Medal for Distinguished Service! Recognizing his great contributions as a clinician and leader in Alberta and as a tireless champion of academic medicine. Read more:
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Alberta Health Services’ Calgary Zone and the Cumming School of Medicine are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jayna Holroyd-Leduc, MD, as head of the Department of Medicine.
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Osman sisters set up a scholarship to help northeast #yyc high school students pursue medical education @UCalgaryBHSc @GauntletUofC
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Big congrats to #UCalgaryMed Drs. Stephen Freedman, Eddy Lang and Jayna Holroyd-Leduc, and @UCalgary_FSW 's Dr. David Nicholas who are among new Fellows elected into the @CAHS_ACSS – recognizing excellence in health sciences! Read more:
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Congratulations to Dr. Franco Rizzuti, MD, recipient of a CMA Award for Young Leaders (Early Career), recognizing his creativity, initiative and commitment to making a difference in public health and preventive medicine. Bravo Dr. Rizzuti! Read more 👇 @OBrien_IPH @CMA_Docs
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Canadian Medical Association
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Congratulations to the 2023 CMA Awards recipients! 👏 Through clinical work, research, mentorship, and advocacy, these individuals are making exceptional contributions to the medical profession – paving the way for a brighter future of #CDNhealth .
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We're very sad to learn of Jim Button's passing. He truly made a difference in our community. He & his family founded The Button Family Initiative in Pediatric Psychosocial Oncology to improve research & care for children locally & beyond. In Jim's words:
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Congratulations to Brandon Craig who has been awarded the 2020 Dr. Jon Meddings Graduate Student Leadership Award! The MD/PhD neuroscience candidate is being recognized for his outstanding leadership and community engagement.
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The CSM is pleased to officially introduce Dr. Tom Stelfox, MD, PhD, as the new scientific director of the O’Brien Institute for Public Health starting Nov. 1. @OBrien_IPH
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Welcome to our newest MD students! Hope you are all having a great first week here at the CSM!
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Senator F. Gigi Osler
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Twitterverse, please join me in welcoming the @UCalgaryMed Class of 2022!
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We're so proud of our #UCalgaryMed students who are playing a vital role in contacting Albertans who have come in contact with someone who tested positive for COVID-19.
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CBC Calgary
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University of Calgary medical students quadruple province's COVID-19 contact-tracing capacity
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UCalgaryMed is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Nathan Peters, PhD, to department head, Microbiology, Immunology & Infectious Diseases, effective January 1, 2023. Congratulations Dr. Peters! Read more: @SnyderInstitute @ucalgaryvetmed @NPetersLab
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In addition to Jersey Day, the CSM will have two giving initiatives happening tomorrow in support of the Humboldt Broncos, and the first responders affected by the tragedy. #humboldtstrong #sticksoutforhumboldt #putyoursticksout
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The CSM community is deeply saddened by the loss of Dr. Glenda MacQueen. We will miss her kindness, mentorship and willingness to put others ahead of herself. A message board has been set up in Glenda’s memory, and we encourage you to contribute here: .
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We applaud Dr. Erin Brennand, MD, on International Women’s Day! An accomplished urogynecologist and the first woman department head of Obstetrics & Gynecology, she has received a Women's Resource Centre Award of Excellence. Bravo Dr. Brennand! Read more:
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In memoriam: Dr. Glenda MacQueen, MD, PhD
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“When diverse voices and experiences lead education, science and clinical medicine, we learn and grow in remarkable ways,” says Dr. Jon Meddings, MD, @UCalgaryMed 's dean. Read more about the CSM's commitment to achieve equity, diversity and inclusion at
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The Cumming School of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Derek McKay, PhD, as director of the Snyder Institute for Chronic Diseases. @SnyderInstitute
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Congratulations to Dr. David Keegan, MD, this year’s recipient of the Education Award presented by the @cityofcalgary . Learn more about David and the Calgary Awards at . #yycawards
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Dr. Aleem Bharwani, MD, is an educator, thought leader and community builder in #yyc . In 2019, he won the CSM's Alumnus of Distinction Award for Excellence in Education. @aleemcalgary @OBrien_IPH @ucalgaryalumni
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Sending a congratulations to Dr. Rachel Ellaway, PhD, recipient of the 2021 @MUNMed Meridith Marks Mentorship Award! #UCalgaryMed ’s @drellaway is recognized for her leadership, outstanding mentorship and innovation in medical education. 👏
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Medical and nursing students quickly answer the call for COVID-19 help
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Alberta Health Services’ Calgary Zone, CancerControl Alberta and the Cumming School of Medicine are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Don Morris, MD, PhD, as head of the Department of Oncology. @AHS_media
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Big congrats to Dr. Lindsay Crowshoe, MD, assistant dean, Indigenous at #UCalgaryMed , on this Lifetime Contribution Award for Indigenous Health Advocacy! We celebrate his leadership and deep commitment to primary health care and Indigenous health services, systems and policy. 👏🏼
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Dr. Lynden (Lindsay) Crowshoe is the 2024 recipient of the AFMC Indigenous Health Advocacy Lifetime Contribution Award. Congratulations! @UCalgaryMed #AFMCAwards Learn more:
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We are hearing many examples of volunteerism, including assisting vulnerable community members with basic needs and CSM students dedicating time to contact tracing (the process of identification of persons who may come into contact with an infected person) #welldone #CSMthanksyou
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Janeve Desy
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150 undergraduate medical students from @UCalgaryMed have volunteered to be contact tracers to help with the public health response to #covid19 in #alberta . Proud is an understatement. Thank you @CMOH_Alberta and our Associate Dean @GenPathCanada for facilitating this opportunity
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Congratulations to the CSM's Dr. Brenda Hemmelgarn, MD, PhD, on receiving the Outstanding Achievement in Health Innovation ASTech award for her medical advancements in treating chronic kidney disease: #ASTechAwards
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Do you get stressed out just hearing about someone else's stressful experience? A new study by UCalgary scientists may help explain why:
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Congrats to #UCalgaryMed Dr. Janeve Desy, MD, recipient of the 2023 CAME Meridith Marks New Educator Award, for her outstanding contributions to medical education! @JaneveDesy @yycMDs
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CAME is delighted to present the 2023 Meridith Marks New Educator Award to Dr. Janeve Desy, University of Calgary! #MedEd
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A study by #UCalgaryMed Drs. Michelle Keir, MD, and Shannon Ruzycki, MD, exploring harassment and discrimination against women in cardiology is guiding new training programs, system changes, and identifying where interventions/supports for women are needed
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#OrderofCanada appointee, Cree Elder Doreen Spence, leads a critical role among youth leadership at #UCalgarymed . Her advocation for peace & Indigenous human rights earned her the highest civilian honour. @csmengage
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Cumming School of Medicine student Maryam Yaqoob has been named a winner of the RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Award. Read her remarkable story:
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As a parent, it’s never easy to watch kids undergo a surgical procedure. A recent study from @UCalgary 's Dr. Melanie Noel, PhD, found parental anxiety around that surgery can have a long-lasting impact on how the child remembers the pain:
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The CSM and @AHS_YYCZone are pleased to introduce Dr. Christopher ‘Chip’ Doig, MD, as interim head of the Department of Critical Care Medicine.
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📣 Tune in at noon: Dr. Stephen Freedman, MD, pediatrician, emergency medicine physician will be live on CBC's Alberta at Noon to answer your questions about the E. coli outbreak at Calgary daycares. Listen here:
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Congrats to Dr. Rahim Kachra, MD’10, PGME ’15, on his CSM Alumni of Distinction Award for education! Dr. Kachra is an enthusiastic educator who has excelled at ways to improve, reimagine and challenge how students engage. Bravo Dr. Kachra! Read more:
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A group of @UCalgary scientists have discovered how to capture “live” images of immune cells at work inside the lungs, achieving a world first.
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The Cumming School of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Nathalie Jetté, MD, as the new department head of Clinical Neurosciences, effective May 1. Congratulations Dr. Jetté! Read more: @HotckissBrain @DCNSNeuro
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Neurologist Tom Feasby launched the first stroke prevention and intervention clinic in Canada and spearheaded the first neuromuscular and ALS clinics in Calgary. He is one of six Calgarians named to the Order of Canada. He spoke w/ @CBCHomestretch this wk:
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Congratulations to the CSM’s Dr. John Conly, MD, on his Order of Canada appointment! He is recognized for his ongoing dedication to antimicrobial resistance and infection control in Canada.
@globeandmail
The Globe and Mail
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Rideau Hall announces 2018 Order of Canada appointments
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Scholarships can make all the difference for a graduate student. The CSM's Haley Vecchiarelli shares some top tips when applying for scholarships:
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Research saves lives: support the Naylor report and call on the federal government to protect and enhance Canada's research capacity. #SupportTheReport #ResearchMatters
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Congratulations to @leadersinmed student Asha Hollis, BHSc’17, who was selected as a finalist for this year’s @commonwealthsec Youth Awards! The awards recognize outstanding youth around the world whose work is creating an impact in their communities.
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Dr. Dan Zuege, MD, will take over as head of the Department of Critical Care Medicine starting Feb. 1. The CSM and @AHS_YYCZoneare delighted to share this appointment and look forward to the leadership of Dr. Zuege. #UCalgarymed
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The Cumming School of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Cheryl Barnabe, MD, MSc’11, as the new director of the McCaig Institute for Bone and Joint Health, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Congrats Dr. Barnabe! Read more: @McCaigInstitute
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Congratulations to Dr. Catherine Lebel, PhD, who has been named to the College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists.
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Study finds blood pressure can be controlled without medication after spinal cord injury. Spine stimulators lead to major quality of life improvement. #UCalgarymed researchers @DrAaronPhillips , Sean Dukelow, and @EFPL Grégoire Courtine in @nature .
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How aerobic exercise helps us keep our wits about us as we age. @UCalgary study shows it’s never too late to see the brain benefits from regular exercise. @CIHR_IRSC @BrSt_FDN @AlzCanada @DementiaAB_NT
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Congratulations Dr. Aravind Ganesh, MD'12, recipient of the Panmure House Prize! #UCalgary neurologist @draravindganesh has won US$75,000 to develop @collavidence , a crowdfunding platform to help drive stroke research. Read on: @DCNSNeuro @UCalgaryAlumni
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Age breakdown for confirmed #COVID19 cases in Alberta hospitals shows not just seniors at risk
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Congratulations Dr. Heather Jamniczky, PhD, on your appointment to academic lead in teaching and learning research at UCalgary's Taylor Institute for Teaching and Learning!
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#UCalgaryMed is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Savraj Grewal, PhD, as the new associate dean, Research Grants, effective Nov. 1. Congratulations Dr. Grewal! Read more: @Charb_Cancer @UCalgary
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(3/3) @calgarybmsa 's work to address institutionalized racism in medical education and healthcare, as well as their courage and grace in leading change, has left a profound imprint at the CSM & #UCalgary , earning them the Team Award. Congratulations to all members!
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🎉 Congrats from all of us at the Cumming School of Medicine to Dr. Pamela Roach, PhD! We thank @pamelamroach for her dedication to advancing public health and for her continued leadership within the @OBrien_IPH . 👏
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O'Brien Institute for Public Health
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Join us in celebrating and congratulating Dr. Pamela Roach ( @pamelamroach ) on her new appointment as deputy director of the O'Brien Institute!! We look forward to the impactful contributions she will continue to make in her new role and working together to advance #publichealth .
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Research saves lives: support the Naylor report and call on the federal government to protect and enhance Canada's research capacity. #SupportTheReport #ResearchMatters
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Congrats to @HotchkissBrain , @OBrien_IPH institute member @kmfiest who is among this year’s Killam Emerging Research Leader award recipients! Dr. Kirsten Fiest is focused on brain and mental health, and advancing the science of critical care research:
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Are you a physician with access to NetCare and able to help with #COVID19 contact tracing? The Cumming School of Medicine is compiling a list of volunteers. Sign up at .
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'A victory for our Black communities': Four best friends in Calgary all get into med school. @UCalgaryBHSc @calgarybmsa
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Congratulations Dr. Katrina Milaney, PhD, named new associate vice-president (research) at UCalgary! Dr. Milaney will take on the role as postdoctoral program director and Social Sciences & Humanities Research Council leader: @KatrinaMilaney #UCalgaryMed
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👏🏼Congrats to Dr. Braden Manns, MD, Svare Professor in Health Economics at #UCalgaryMed , on his AFMC Mentorship Award! We recognize and celebrate his expertise, leadership and thoughtful mentorship of the next generation of clinicians and researchers. @OBrien_IPH @LibinInstitute
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Dr. Braden Manns is the 2024 recipient of the AFMC Mentorship Award. Congratulations! @UCalgaryMed #AFMCAwards Learn more:
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Prioritizing physician health and wellness: @WellDocAlberta , led by the CSM's Dr. Jane Lemaire, MD, receives 3 years of funding, thanks to support from @scotiabank , @CMA_Docs and @Financial_MD .
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The Cumming School of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. François Bernier, MD, as the new director of the Alberta Children’s Hospital Research Institute, effective March 1, 2024. Congrats & félicitations Dr. Bernier! Read more:
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Congratulations to Dr. Jim Kellner, MD, who has received the AMA Medal for Distinguished Service in recognition of his research, leadership and clinical efforts in pediatric medicine! Learn more about Dr. Kellner’s work: @UCalgaryPeds @UofCr4kids
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A vaccine clinic is open for @UCalgary students and staff at Foothills Medical Centre this week. Both first dose and second dose appointments are being offered and spots are available for Thurs, July 8! Booking details:
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The CSM's Dr. John Conly, MD, a pioneer in antimicrobial resistance, infection prevention and health-care innovation has been invested into the Order of Canada:
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Physicians are at a greater risk for death by #suicide than the general population. Listen to @downstatedoctor discuss this serious situation and how to support yourself and your colleagues: #mentalhealth #physicianhealth #physicianwellness #medtwitter
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Congratulations to the CSM's Dr. Cheryl Barnabe, MD, and Dr. Adam Kirton, MD, on being named as Royal Society of Canada's new scholars! Recognition by the RSC is the highest honour an individual can achieve in the Arts, Social Sciences and Sciences.
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Dr. Kathryn Manning, PhD, authored research published in @GreenJournal showing how mild impacts on the head — those that occur regularly in contact sports but are less severe than a concussion — are causing subtle brain changes.
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The Cumming School of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Fareen Zaver, MD, MSc’22, as the new associate dean of the Office of Faculty Development and Performance, effective Jan. 1, 2024. Congrats Dr. Zaver! Read more: @MyFacdev
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Congratulations to @UCalgaryFamMed ’s Dr. Martina Kelly! Recipient of the 2022 @AFMC_e Gold Humanism Award and Lecture – recognizing leaders and exceptional mentors in academic medicine who emphasize the importance of humanistic qualities within healthcare
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New neurotechnology training program awarded $1.65 million in funding to facilitate innovative research and build on our understanding of the brain:
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Dr. Jayna Holroyd-Leduc, a geriatrician, professor, head of #UCalgaryMed and academic lead at @OBrien_IPH “Frailty is currently under-diagnosed in long-term care. When diagnosed early, frailty is amenable to interventions to delay decline progression or reduce symptom burden.”
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Big congrats to Dr. Kannin Osei-Tutu, MD, MSc, the first ever recipient of the Black Physicians of Canada National Leadership Award! The award was presented this weekend at the @blackdocscanada gala and inaugural conference in Toronto. Bravo from #UCalgaryMed ! 👏
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Congratulations to Dr. Jaelene Mannerfeldt, MD'89, recipient of the 2020 Alumna of Distinction for Excellence in Service. @ucalgaryalumni Read more:
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#UCalgary study finds a common vitamin may help our immune system battle a deadly brain tumour #glioblastoma
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"You are not alone." @OBrien_IPH researchers reflect on a year of teaching and research during #COVID19 pandemic: #MentalHealthWeek
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