2015
Western News: Newsmakers 2015
December 18, 2015
Western News presents its 5th annual Newsmakers issue, a celebration of the campus spirit. Check out how Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researchers are reshaping the future of concussion research and care.
Stroke and dementia are on the decline in Ontario
December 18, 2015
Researchers at Western University have published the first study in the world showing a decline in the incidence of dementia at a whole population level which they believe is connected to the overall decline in strokes.
Congratulations to Dean Betts and Zia Khan for receiving funding from the Ontario Institute of Regenerative Medicine
December 18, 2015
The Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researchers received a combined $99,500 in funding for their “New Ideas” on regenerative medicine research.
Dr. Roberto Hernandez-Alejandro and Dr. Andrew House receive a 2015 President’s Award
December 17, 2015
Congratulations to Dr. Roberto Hernandez-Alejandro and Dr. Andrew House for receiving a 2015 President’s Award from London Health Sciences Centre.
Annual Bootcamp – attracts international participation
December 16, 2015
The annual Emergencies in Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery Bootcamp is quickly becoming an international affair. The 2015 event attracted nearly 30 residents and 20 faculty from across Canada and the United States.
Researchers at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry receive funding from ALS Canada
December 16, 2015
Congratulations to Martin Duennwald, PhD, and Drs. Michael Strong, Christen Shoesmith and Marvin Chum on receiving funding from ALS Canada for their research on Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis.
Dean’s Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program 2016 applications now open
December 10, 2015
Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs is now accepting applications for the Dean’s Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program 2016, which will take place in summer 2016. The deadline for interested supervisors to submit a project description is January 10, 2016.
Dr. Lawrence Jacobs has been appointed as Assistant Dean, Windsor Faculty Affairs
December 10, 2015
Dr. Lawrence Jacobs has been appointed as Assistant Dean, Windsor Faculty Affairs, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University effective January 1, 2016 to December 31, 2017.
Tackling medical student stress by focusing on the bigger picture
December 02, 2015
In a recent commentary piece, Dr. Chris Watling, associate dean of Postgraduate Medical Education, remarks on the several stressors that medical students encounter throughout their education, and the interventions that have been put in place to help alleviate some of this pressure.
Test may peer into lung cancer chemo success
November 30, 2015
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Anatomical Pathology resident Dr. Matthew Cecchini is looking into the improved survival rates for lung cancer patients who lack the retinoblastoma (RB) protein, normally a tumour suppressor.
Celebrating excellence at the Schulich Dentistry Fall Awards Reception
November 24, 2015
With great celebration and School pride, more than 25 awards were presented to faculty and students at the annual Schulich Dentistry Fall Awards Reception on November 17.
Dr. Anthony Jevnikar receives Lifetime Achievement Award from the Canadian Society of Transplantation
November 23, 2015
Dr. Anthony Jevnikar, co-director of the Multi-Organ Transplant Program and director of the Matthew Mailing Centre for Translational Transplant Studies, is being recognized for his dedication to improving the lives of kidney transplant recipients throughout his career.
Matthew Teeter, PhD, recognized for work in joint replacement
November 17, 2015
Matthew Teeter, PhD, has been awarded the 2015 John Charles Polanyi Prize for his research into joint replacement.
Research Matters announces Ontario’s five favourite game-changing research discoveries
November 13, 2015
The votes are in and the top five favourite game-changing Ontario research discoveries were announced on November 12. Voted on by the public, two of the discoveries were made by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry's Fred Possmayer, PhD, and Sir Frederick Banting.
Dr. Dale Ziter recognized for extraordinary commitment to community
November 13, 2015
Dr. Dale Ziter, MD'82, is being recognized for his extraordinary commitment to his patients and community with the Regional Family Physician of the Year Award.
Dr. Kenneth Wright receives Governor General’s Caring Canadian Award for forty years of community service
November 11, 2015
The Caring Canadian Award recognizes Canadians who have made a significant, sustained and unpaid contribution to their community. Dr. Wright received the award from Governor General David Johnston during a ceremony in Toronto.
New rapid test for E. coli improves food safety
November 10, 2015
Dr. Michael Rieder and his team have created a new rapid-test system to detect E. coli 0157, which may prevent contaminated food from reaching grocery store shelves.
New fellowship puts innovation at forefront
November 09, 2015
Co-directed by Matthew Teeter, assistant professor in the Departments of Medical Biophysics and Surgery, the Western Medical Innovation Fellowship immerses talented young scientists, engineers and clinicians in a training and research environment to drive the development of novel medical technologies.
Eric Arts joins global initiative to accelerate the search for HIV vaccine
November 05, 2015
Eric Arts, PhD, is leading Schulich Medicine & Dentistry’s contribution to the newly established European AIDS Vaccine Initiative (EAVI2020) — a C$33.2 million initiative that will bring together leading researchers from around the world to develop an effective HIV vaccine.
Take the Survey and Join the Conversation
November 03, 2015
The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry is entering the next five years with a strong foundation for our academic and research programs...
Congratulations to the 2015 Dean's Research Grant Initiative recipients
October 29, 2015
Drs. Douglas Fraser, Roberto Hernandez-Alejandro and Manuel Montero Odasso are this year's Dean's Research Grant Initiative recipients. The overall goal of the Initiative is to fund projects that will deliver results that will put Schulich Medicine & Dentistry on the map, in the short- and long-term.
In Memoriam – Dr. Cesare Romagnoli
October 29, 2015
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Cesare Romagnoli.
UME program receives full accreditation status for eight years
October 28, 2015
The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry has received full accreditation status for eight years for its UME program. We are proud of the eight-year accreditation status that was earned as a team effort from faculty, staff, residents, health-care partners, graduates and our students through strong leadership and tireless collaboration.
Celebrating research at Schulich Dentistry
October 22, 2015
Schulich Dentistry celebrated the research, innovation and collaboration of faculty and students at its Annual Research Day this month. Congratulations to the student poster presentation award recipients.
Congratulations to Schulich Medicine & Dentistry's 2015 Governor General's Gold Medalists
October 22, 2015
Melanie Kok, PhD'15, and Eric Sonke, MSc'15, have been awarded with two of the three Governor General's Academic Gold Medals presented at Western University. For more than 140 years, these medals have been become the most prestigious award that students at Canadian schools can receive.
Breaking boundaries and building powerful partnerships
October 21, 2015
When Dr. Roberto Hernandez-Alejandro first traveled to West China Hospital, Sichuan University in 2010, he never imagined the powerful partnership he would come to build with members of its Division of Hepatobiliary Surgery and Liver Transplantation.
Strategic Planning: Join The Conversation...
October 20, 2015
We are ready to begin the first chapter of our strategic planning process to refresh the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry strategic plan, now at the mid-point of its 10-year life cycle.
Congratulations to the 2015 Student Research Training Program (SRTP) award recipients
October 16, 2015
Four Schulich Medicine students have been recognized for their involvement in advancing health research through the Student Research Training Program (SRTP).
Dr. Christopher Watling renewed for another five year term as Associate Dean, Post Graduate Medical Education
October 13, 2015
Dr. Christopher Watling, Associate Professor, Departments of Clinical Neurological Sciences and Oncology and Scientist, Centre for Education Research and Innovation, has been renewed for another five year term as Associate Dean, Post Graduate Medical Education in the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University.
Dr. Elizabeth Osuch has been re-appointed as the Dr. Joseph Rea Chair in Mood Disorders
October 09, 2015
Dr. Elizabeth Osuch, Associate Professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Medical Biophysics, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry at Western University, and Scientist in Neurosciences and Imaging at the Lawson Health Research Institute, has been re-appointed as the Dr. Joseph Rea Chair in Mood Disorders at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University.
Bringing new life into research on the placenta
October 01, 2015
Charles McKenzie, PhD, and Timothy Regnault, PhD, have received $3.7 million in funding from the NIH as part of its Human Placenta Project. The researchers will develop a new technology based on MRI that will allow them, for the first time, to monitor changes in placental metabolism as pregnancy unfolds.
Medical residents help to reduce emergency department wait times
September 28, 2015
Researchers at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry have completed the first study demonstrating that medical residents are associated with a reduction in emergency department wait times and patients leaving without being seen in a medium-volume community hospital.
Veteran’s Class holds special ceremony honouring fallen comrades during Homecoming Weekend
September 25, 2015
The Medicine Class of 1950, also known as the Veteran’s Class, will hold a special ceremony as part of their 65th anniversary during Homecoming 2015.
The Centre for Education Research & Innovation has been renewed for a four-year term
September 24, 2015
After a successful review, the Centre for Education Research & Innovation, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University has been renewed for a four-year term ending August 31, 2019.
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry celebrates Dr. Ian McWhinney, the founding father of family medicine
September 22, 2015
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry is celebrating the life of Dr. Ian McWhinney with the inaugural Dr. Ian McWhinney Lecture Series.
Carotid stenosis is not a ‘ticking time bomb’ according to Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researcher
September 21, 2015
Research by Dr. David Spence demonstrates that treating arteries instead of treating risk factors reduces the risk of stroke or heart attack by more than 80 per cent.
Ravi Menon, PhD, honoured as a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences
September 18, 2015
Ravi Menon, PhD, has been recognized by his peers as a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences
Master of Public Health Program staff receive 2015 Western Award of Excellence
September 17, 2015
Congratulations to Courtney Hambides, Lisa Metselaar, Diana Lee and Judith Thomas on receiving a 2015 Western Award of Excellence — Western University's highest honour for staff member achievement.
Dr. Michael Shimizu inducted as Fellow of the International College of Dentists
September 16, 2015
This honour is bestowed upon those dentists who have made significant contributions to the profession, their community, and successfully completed a thorough peer review process.
Saad Chahine and Mark Goldszmidt receive 2015 Royal College/AMS CanMEDS Research Development Grant
September 16, 2015
Congratulations to Saad Chahine, PhD, and Mark Goldszmidt, MDCM, MHPE, FRCPC, for receiving a $25,000 Royal College/AMS CanMEDS Research Development Grant for their research on investigating the use of cognitive diagnostic assessment in the development and assessment of entrustable professional activities. This work is important because it will advance how the assessment community is thinking about valid and reliable workplace-based assessment.
Four Schulich Medicine & Dentistry graduate trainees receive 2015 Dean’s Scholarship for Graduate Research
September 16, 2015
Congratulations to Georgia Nikoloudaki and Martin Prusinkiewicz on receiving the Dean’s PhD Graduate Stipend, and to Brennan Dirk and Patricia Johnson on receiving the Dean’s MSc to PhD Transfer Stipend...
Dr. Michael Motolko, MD has been appointed as Acting Chair, Department of Ophthalmology
September 14, 2015
Dr. Michael Motolko, MD has been appointed as Acting Chair, Department of Ophthalmology in the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University effective September 1, 2015 - September 30, 2016.
Matthew Quinn, Medicine Class of 2017, receives The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame award
September 11, 2015
The Dr. Alan Hudson and Robert W. Noakes Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award recognizes a second-year medical student who demonstrates perseverance, collaboration and an entrepreneurial spirit, and shows outstanding potential as a future leader and innovator of health care in Canada.
Celebrating 50 years of dental education and research
September 11, 2015
On September 11 and 12, 2015, dentistry alumni, faculty, staff and students will celebrate the 50th anniversary of the dentistry program.
Earlier combined treatment can alter the course of disease progression in Crohn’s disease
September 10, 2015
Dr. Brian Feagan and Dr. Reena Khanna have demonstrated that early combined immunosuppression treatment can alter the natural progression of Crohn's disease.
Dr. Guangyong Zou, PhD has been appointed as Acting Chair, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics
September 10, 2015
Dr. Guangyong Zou, PhD has been appointed as Acting Chair, Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics for theSchulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University effective September 1, 2015 – August 31, 2016.
Dr. Emil Schemitsch appointed as Chair of the Department of Surgery
September 08, 2015
Dr. Emil Schemitsch has been appointed as Chair of the Department of Surgery, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University and Chief of the Department of Surgery for London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph's Health Care London, effective January 1, 2016.
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry receives ASPIRE Award of Excellence for Student Engagement
September 08, 2015
This international award recognizes the School’s commitment to student engagement and the valuable role students play in shaping teaching and learning experiences within the Undergraduate Medical Education (UME) program.
The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry – Windsor Program celebrates Dr. Mark Awuku
September 02, 2015
The Schulich Medicine & Dentistry – Windsor Program is celebrating Dr. Awuku’s extensive and significant contributions to the Windsor Program as he steps down from his role as Assistant Dean, Faculty and Governmental Affairs.
New Scientific and Executive Director announced for Robarts Research Institute
September 01, 2015
Marlys L. Koschinsky, PhD, is the new Scientific and Executive Director for Robarts Research Institute. In this role, Koschinsky will provide strategic leadership to world-class, innovative scientists.
From the classroom to Tanzania: Improving health care on a global scale
August 31, 2015
When Celina Dharamshi, MPH Class of 2015, was deciding where to complete her 12-week practicum placement, she wanted an experience that would give her the chance to apply the public health skillset she acquired in the classroom. She traveled to Tanzania to work with the Aga Khan Primary Medical Centre Mwanza.
In Memoriam – Dr. Mitchell Baran, HBA’59; LLD’11
August 28, 2015
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. Mitchell Baran, HBA’59; LLD’11. He was a great friend and supporter of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and Robarts Research Institute.
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry sends first-year medical students into rural and regional communities for the first day of school
August 26, 2015
First-year medical students are spending their first day of school in communities across Southwestern Ontario.
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry welcomes 250 students to its first combined White Coat Ceremony
August 24, 2015
On August 25, siblings, Eric, Medicine Class of 2019, and Dora, Dentistry Class of 2019, will receive their White Coats together at the first combined White Coat Ceremony at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.
Martin Short headlines Leaders in Innovation Dinner
August 21, 2015
Celebrated Canadian actor and comedy legend Martin Short is the keynote speaker for the 2015 Leaders in Innovation Dinner on November 18
Dr. Shannon Venance appointed as Director of Competency-Based Medical Education Implementation, Postgraduate Medical Education
August 19, 2015
In this role, Dr. Venance will work with residency programs, program directors, clinical departments and the PGME Office to facilitate the transition of the postgraduate training programs to a competency-based medical education framework.
Strategic Planning Steering Committee Announcement
August 19, 2015
Fourteen members of the Schulich Medicine & Dentistry community will form the School’s Strategic Planning Steering Committee. In their role they will work closely with Dr. Margaret Steele, who is leading the strategic planning process and Anne Becker of Pathways Consulting.
Alison Allan, PhD, receives Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation grant
August 19, 2015
Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation – Ontario Region is investing $7.5 million in funding for 24 new research project grants and fellowship awards related to innovative solutions for breast cancer. Congratulations to Alison Allan, PhD, on receiving one of these grants.
Doctoral Excellence Award aims to attract, retain young scholars
August 19, 2015
Thomas McMurrough, a Biochemistry PhD candidate, will be among the first recipients of Western’s Doctoral Excellence Research Awards.
In Memoriam – Dr. Walter Teteruck
August 17, 2015
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Dr. Walter Teteruck, chair, Continuing Dental Education, and professor emeritus, Schulich Medicine & Dentistry, Western University.
Dr. Stan Kogon receives the Barnabas Day Award for Distinguished Service from the Ontario Dental Association
August 11, 2015
The award recognizes Dr. Kogon's outstanding contributions to the profession of dentistry.
Dr. Andrea Lum's appointment as Chair, Department of Medical Imaging receives extension
August 10, 2015
Dr. Andrea Lum has received an extension on her appointment as Chair, Department of Medical Imaging in the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University and its teaching hospitals, London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph's Health Care London.
In Memoriam - Dr. Abdur Rab
August 10, 2015
It is with great sadness that we share the news that Dr. Abdur Rab, former professor and founding director of the Schulich Interfaculty Program in Public Health, has passed away.
Strengthening partnerships between Schulich Medicine and London’s First Nations communities
August 07, 2015
Adrean Angles has a special connection to the Indigenous communities in Southwestern Ontario. He is using his personal connection, as well as his passion for the field of medicine, as motivation to help make a difference at the School.
Congratulations 2015 Alumni Award of Merit Recipients
August 05, 2015
Two Schulich Medicine & Dentistry alumni have been named Western University 2015 Alumni Award of Merit recipients. Congratulations to Dr. John Kelton, MD'73, and Dr. Danielle Martin, MD'03, on this accomplishment.
Nicole Barra, PhD, receives 2015 Molly Towell Perinatal Research Foundation Fellowship Award
July 29, 2015
Nicole Barra, PhD, a postdoctoral fellow in the Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, received this award for her fellowship proposal “Perinatal Exposure to Nicotine Leads to Long-Term Obesity in Women: Elucidating the Underlying Molecular Mechanisms”.
Researchers from Schulich Medicine & Dentistry receive more than $23.5 million in grants from CIHR
July 28, 2015
Dr. Robert Hegele, Frank Beier, PhD, Terry Peters, PhD, and Dr. J. Geoffrey Pickering, are among 23 researchers who received grants totalling $23.5 million from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Foundation and Open Operating Grants.
First-year resident Dr. Daniel Pepe receives Dr. Murray Girotti Resident Teaching Award
July 27, 2015
Dr. Daniel Pepe, a first-year resident in the Division of General Surgery, received the Dr. Murray Girotti Resident Teaching Award at the Department of Surgery’s annual Departmental Resident Celebration event on June 22.
Dr. John Denstedt’s appointment as Chair/Chief, Department of Surgery receives extension
July 24, 2015
Dr. John Denstedt has received an extension on his appointment as Chair/Chief, Department of Surgery in the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University and its teaching hospitals, London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph's Health Care London...
Dr. David Nicolle will continue serving in the role as Acting Chair, Department of Ophthalmology
July 24, 2015
Dr. Alison Allan to serve in the role as Acting Chair, Department of Oncology
July 24, 2015
Dr. Glenn Bauman has been re-appointed as Chair/Chief, Department of Oncology
July 24, 2015
Recognizing dental success: Schulich Medicine & Dentistry’s LDDS Awards recipients
July 22, 2015
Congratulations to several Schulich Medicine & Dentistry faculty and alumni who are the recipients of 2015 London & District Dental Society (LDDS) Awards, which were announced on April 16 at the LDDS Awards Dinner.
M. Karen Campbell, PhD, appointed Vice-Provost (Academic Planning, Policy & Faculty)
July 14, 2015
M. Karen Campbell, PhD, has been appointed to a four-year term as Vice-Provost (Academic Planning, Policy & Faculty), beginning July 1, 2016.
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry signs MOU with Second Military Medical University in Shanghai, China
July 13, 2015
On June 29, Dr. John Denstedt represented Schulich Medicine & Dentistry at Second Military Medical University’s (SMMU) 2015 Graduation and Degree-Conferring Ceremony in Shanghai, China. Dr. Denstedt also signed a Memorandum of Understanding on behalf of Western University with SMMU.
Robarts Research Institute awards the J. Allyn Taylor International Prize in Medicine to renowned cancer imaging researcher from Stanford University
July 08, 2015
Sanjiv S. Gambhir, MD, PhD, has revolutionized the field of cancer diagnostics, developing imaging on the molecular and nanoparticle level and translating that research for clinical diagnostics and cancer management.
Lung imaging could improve treatment of COPD
July 07, 2015
Grace Parraga, PhD, has co-authored a study highlighting the importance of lung imaging for patients with mild-to-moderate chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD).
Dr. Stewart Harris and alumna Bonnie Schmidt receive Order of Canada appointments
July 06, 2015
Dr. Stewart Harris, professor in the Departments of Family Medicine and Epidemiology and Biostatistics, and Bonnie Schmidt, BSc’86, PhD’93, are among 100 new Order of Canada appointees that were announced on July 1. Schmidt has also been selected as the recipient of this year’s Dean’s Distinguished Lecture award and will give a thought-provoking presentation during Schulich Medicine & Dentistry's Homecoming 2015 events...
Creating community impact: Celebrating 10 years of MedLINCS
July 06, 2015
Celebrating its 10th year, the Medical Learning in Community Settings (MedLINCS) program at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry has continued to enrich learners and communities in Southwestern Ontario through a variety of partnerships and activities. Dr. Amanda Wilhelm, MD’14, is an excellent example of the elective’s lasting impact on rural-regional medicine in the area and its role in training the next generation of health care professionals.
Congratulating the Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Internal Graduate Awards recipients
July 03, 2015
We are pleased to announce the twelve recipients of several Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Internal Graduate Awards...
Expression of interest: Strategic Planning Steering Committee
June 30, 2015
Are you interested in becoming a member of the Strategic Planning Steering Committee for Schulich Medicine & Dentistry? The deadline for expression of interest is 4:00 p.m. on July 15.
Dr. Robert Bartha, PhD has been appointed as Acting Chair, Department of Medical Biophysics
June 30, 2015
Dr. Bartha heads an exciting team that includes research associates, post-doctoral fellows, technicians, and students, with expertise in imaging, biology, and chemistry.
Dr. Victor Han receives Honorary Diploma from Fanshawe College
June 25, 2015
On Wednesday, June 24, Dr. Victor Han received an Honorary Diploma at Fanshawe College's convocation ceremony. The Diploma recognizes his work that has enriched the lives and careers of Fanshawe’s students and alumni.
Catherine Nevin, MSc Candidate, earns Women’s Health Scholars Award
June 23, 2015
Catherine Nevin, MSc Candidate in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, has been named among nine university scholar recipients of the Ontario Women's Health Scholars Award. Nevin's work centres on how to better predict which infants are at risk for cerebral palsy, attention deficit hyperactive disorder, autism and schizophrenia.
Dr. Susanne Schmid has been appointed to the position of the Director of the Neuroscience Graduate Program
June 19, 2015
Dr. Susanne Schmid, associate professor, Department of Anatomy & Cell Biology, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, has been appointed to the position of the Director of the Neuroscience Graduate Program, at Western University effective July 1, 2015 to June 30, 2018
Researchers receive nearly $20M in funding for research excellence
June 18, 2015
Maria Drangova, PhD, Terry Peters, PhD, David Holdsworth, PhD, along with several Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researchers have received funding for research excellence
Celebrating the Dentistry Class of 2015 with Jeremy Goldberg
June 12, 2015
Jeremy Goldberg is graduating this month with a Doctor of Dental Surgery from the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry. He looks back on four years of life-changing experiences, memorable people and incredible learning opportunities.
Celebrating the Graduate & Postdoctoral Studies Convocation with Baraa Al-Khazraji
June 11, 2015
Baraa Al-Khazraji has experienced a tremendous amount of growth and success in the past five years. Since completing her undergraduate education in 2009, she has added the titles “trainee”, “nominee”, “award winner”, “wife” and “mother” to her list of roles and accomplishments. Today, she will add one more: PhD.
Celebrating the BMSc Class of 2015 with Madison Turk
June 11, 2015
During the past four years, Western University has become Turk’s second home, her hockey teammates have become her soul mates, and she has successfully completed the Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMSc) program at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.
Studying the impact of gender and culture on suicide rates
June 09, 2015
Approximately 23 per 100,000 people in China commit suicide each year. Hundreds of thousands of those people are women, and Dr. Paul Links is interested in finding out why...
Study finds that risk of suicide in transgender community may be reduced by changing policy and societal factors
June 08, 2015
Greta Bauer, PhD, presents findings that policy and societal changes may prevent thousands of transgender adults in Ontario from attempting or seriously considering suicide.
Ravi Menon, PhD, selected as senior fellow by International Society for Magnetic Resonance in Medicine for lifetime achievements in brain imaging research
June 01, 2015
For 30 years, Ravi Menon, PhD, has paved the way for key developments in the field of brain imaging research.
Homecoming 2015 Dean’s Distinguished Lecturer announced
May 28, 2015
We are pleased to announce that Bonnie Schmidt, PhD’93, has been selected as the recipient of this year’s Dean’s Distinguished Lecture award. Schmidt is the President and Founder of Let’s Talk Science...
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry host American Association of Anatomists Regional Meeting
May 26, 2015
The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry is pleased to host the upcoming American Association of Anatomists (AAA) Regional Meeting.
First-year medical students embark on Discovery Week across Southwestern Ontario
May 25, 2015
First-year medical students are about to experience the most important week of their careers during Discovery Week.
Professional Association of Residents of Ontario (PARO) Awards recognize exceptional leadership and teaching talents
May 22, 2015
Congratulations to the recipients of the 2015 Professional Association of Residents of Ontario (PARO) and PARO Trust Fund Awards: Drs. Kristin Chow, Alicia Mattia and Cyrus C. Hsia.
A few minutes to change the world
May 21, 2015
Western postdoctoral scholars put their research on the clock during a 3 Minute Research (3MR) Competition, hosted as part of the 2015 Postdoctoral Research Forum May 7 in the Great Hall, Somerville House.
Historian redeems Civil War era medical science
May 21, 2015
Shauna Devine, a visiting research fellow at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry,is among the first to look at medicine during the Civil War period through a more contextual – and, as such, forgiving – lens.
Kidney transplant survival could benefit from unexpected source
May 21, 2015
Department of Surgery research associate Rabindra Bhattacharjee and professor Patrick Luke are part of team working toward extending the life of kidney transplants through the use of carbon monoxide-releasing molecules.
Bone and Joint initiative gets 'leg up' from NSERC funding
May 20, 2015
Led by Lauren Flynn, PhD, the research team at Western University's Bone and Joint Institute received a major financial boost from NSERC through its CREATE initiative.
Dr. Rob Hegele re-appointed to the position of the Jacob J. Wolfe Distinguished Medical Research Chair in Human Gene Function
May 15, 2015
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Rob Hegele, Distinguished University Professor, Departments of Medicine (Division of Endocrinology) and Biochemistry, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and Scientist at Robarts Research Institute, Western University, has been re-appointed to the position of the Jacob J. Wolfe Distinguished Medical Research Chair in Human Gene Function, at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University.
Social responsibility and community are focuses for Western University’s 2015 medical graduates
May 14, 2015
Erica Lee, Phil Tremblay and the Schulich Medicine Class of 2015 are graduating with strong foundations in social responsibility and community commitment.
Celebrating the Medicine Class of 2015 with Erica Lee
May 13, 2015
Eight years ago, after a particularly difficult MCAT experience, Erica Lee, Medicine Class of 2015, wasn’t sure she was meant to be a doctor. But this month, graduates as a four-year class president with a bright future in emergency medicine.
Celebrating the Medicine Class of 2015 with Dr. Phil Tremblay
May 12, 2015
With a passion for family medicine and the city of Windsor, Dr. Phil Tremblay, Medicine Class of 2015, is graduating from the Schulich Medicine – Windsor Program intent on practicing in his hometown community. He looks back on his four years at the School and the incredible relationships formed with his classmates and faculty.
Western establishes The Bone and Joint Institute
May 07, 2015
Western University has taken another bold step toward positioning itself as a global leader in research and innovation in musculoskeletal (MSK) health by establishing The Bone and Joint Institute.
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry takes part in West China-Kilborn Surgical Symposium
May 04, 2015
Seven faculty members recently traveled to Chengdu, China to take part in the West China-Kilborn Surgical Symposium — a collaborative initiative of Schulich Medicine & Dentistry and the West China School of Medicine, Sichuan University...
2015 Alumni of Distinction Recipients
April 30, 2015
From the neonatal unit and operating room to the classroom and community, the six 2015 Alumni of Distinction Awards recipients have made a tremendous impact on the lives of people around the world...
Internationally-recognized musculoskeletal researcher featured at annual Bernier lecture
April 29, 2015
Dr. Nancy E. Lane, an internationally-recognized musculoskeletal scientist, is the featured speaker for the eighth annual Suzanne Bernier Memorial Lecture in Skeletal Biology, hosted by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry on Tuesday, May 5.
Kelly Anderson awarded the Ontario Mental Health Foundation’s New Investigator Fellowship
April 27, 2015
Kelly Anderson, PhD, receives the OMHF New Investigator Fellowship for her study on people with first-episode psychosis in Ontario
Research into how cells communicate provides new insights into human health and disease
April 27, 2015
Dale W. Laird, PhD, has published an article on the link between cell-to-cell communication and human health in May's Scientific American.
New Musculoskeletal Health study cautions use of whole-body vibration platforms
April 23, 2015
A new study from Western University shows that whole-body vibration platforms, which are used extensively in health clubs and rehabilitation clinics, may be causing significant damage to joint tissues.
Resident recognized for ‘Epic’ commitment to patient-centred care
April 20, 2015
Dr. Heather Emmerton-Coughlin, Department of Surgery, the 2015 recipient of the Dr. John D. Brown Memorial Resident Award.
‘Time machine’ eyes adrenal imbalance
April 17, 2015
Stan Van Uum, professor in the divisions of Clinical Pharmacology and Endocrinology and Metabolism, has developed a new hair analysis to help patients struggling with adrenal imbalance.
Lori Lowes receives 2015 SWAAC Graduate Student Award of Merit
April 16, 2015
Congratulations to Lori Lowes, a PhD Candidate in the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, on receiving the 2015 Senior Women Academic Administrators of Canada (SWAAC) Graduate Student Award of Merit...
Helping victims of violence in Yemen conflict zones
April 16, 2015
As a trauma orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Abdel-Rahman Lawendy is frequently confronted with high-stake situations. He recently had the opportunity to put his skills in this area to use during a relief work mission to Yemen disaster and conflict zones...
UME Accreditation comes to a close
April 15, 2015
Our 2015 UME Accreditation visit ended just a few short hours ago. Throughout the nearly four days of meetings and interviews, we have had the opportunity to share information about the strengths of our UME Program and School, while highlighting the many accomplishments of our faculty, staff, residents and students.
Celebrating our People
April 15, 2015
We are pleased to announce the 2015 Awards of Excellence award recipients and the recipient of the Dr. John D. Brown Memorial Resident Award.
2015 Undergraduate Medical Education Program Accreditation
April 13, 2015
After months of planning and preparation, the 2015 UME Accreditation has begun. The UME program is accredited by the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS).
Save the date for See the Line - August 12
April 13, 2015
See the Line - concussion research and awareness - returns with an exciting lineup of events including a full-day Continuing Medical Education (CME) session and a Community Symposium featuring the latest concussion research from world-class medical experts...
Donald Welsh has been appointed to the position of the Cecil and Linda Rorabeck Chair in Molecular Neuroscience and Vascular Biology
April 13, 2015
I am pleased to announce that Donald Welsh, PhD, professor in the Department of Physiology and Pharmacology and scientist at Robarts Research Institute, has been appointed to the position of the Cecil and Linda Rorabeck Chair in Molecular Neuroscience and Vascular Biology, at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University.
Research teams receive record number of Collaborative Health Research Project grants
April 09, 2015
Three Western University research teams have been awarded Collaborative Health Research Project (CHRP) grants, the most ever granted to Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry researchers in a single year.
Western adds two new Canada Research Chairs, three more renewed
April 09, 2015
Dr. Penny MacDonald, Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences, and Stephen Lomber, PhD, Department of Physiology and Pharmacology, are Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry’s newest Canada Research Chairs
Game-changing Ontario discoveries
April 08, 2015
Seven Schulich Medicine & Dentistry discoveries are being recognized as life-changing breakthroughs, and they need your vote as part of the Game-Changing Research at Ontario's Universities initiative.
Robarts Clinical Trials Inc. moving to iconic Bell Building in downtown London
April 08, 2015
Robarts Clinical Trials Inc. – a global academic clinical research organization with offices in San Diego, California, Amsterdam N.L. and London, Ontario – announced a relocation to the Bell Canada Building in downtown London, effective January 1, 2016.
Justine Baek named among 3M Fellows
April 02, 2015
BMSc student Justine Baek has been named among 10 3M National Student Fellowship Award recipients
Helping fill author’s research Void
March 27, 2015
In need of some help and guidance on his latest book, author Timothy Johnston, reached out to the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry asking for help in his research
Lakshman Gunaratnam nominated for RBC Immigrant Award
March 24, 2015
Assistant Professor of Medicine and Microbiology & Immunology, Lakshman Gunaratnam has been named a finalist for the RBC Top 25 Canadian Immigrant Award for 2015.
Residents honoured with Sisters of St. Joseph Award of Excellence
March 23, 2015
Drs. Golnaz Naderkhami, Siobhan Telfer and Marie Dion, residents with the Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, have been honoured with a Sisters of St. Joseph Award of Excellence. They have been recognized for embracing the values of St. Joseph’s Health Care London and making a difference with a positive attitude...
UME Quality Committee Scholars of Merit Award
March 23, 2015
Congratulations to the recipients of the UME Quality Committee Scholars of Merit Award for 2014: Jane Graham, Dr. Shannon Arntfield, Dani Cadieux and Daniela Kwiatkowski.
Dr. Jeff Dixon Awarded 2015 Distinguished University Professorship
March 19, 2015
Dr. Dixon is an internationally recognized researcher who put Western on the map for bone and joint biology. Honoured with the university's top award for faculty, Dr. Dixon joins an elite group of faculty members recognized for exceptional scholarly careers.
History of Medicine Days in Calgary
March 17, 2015
Congratulations to four Schulich Medicine students who were presented with awards at the annual History of Medicine Days Conference in Calgary.
Researchers use imaging as a tool to predict outcomes for therapy in cerebral palsy
March 13, 2015
For some children with cerebral palsy, constraint therapy is an extremely effective way to regain movement in a spastic limb. For some children, however, the therapy which involves physically restraining their dominant limb, can be a particularly frustrating experience with little or no clinical outcome...
Congratulations to the Windsor Program Awards of Excellence recipients
March 13, 2015
The Windsor Program Awards of Excellence celebrate the commitment and dedication of faculty, staff and students. As mentors and role models, the recipients this year are distinguished by their leadership skills, and embodiment of the values of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry...
Celebrating the Awards for Excellence in Teaching
March 12, 2015
Six winners representing six different faculties have been awarded Western’s highest honour for the “highest calling." including Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry's Charles Trick...
Isotope breakthrough may stave off shortage concerns
March 12, 2015
Professor Michael Kovacs is part of a Canada-wide team of scientists addressing the shortage of medical radioisotopes, used more than 5,000 times per days in nuclear imaging procedures to diagnose cancer and heart disease.
A global adventure to stop the next pandemic before it strikes
March 11, 2015
Ask questions. Discover answers. Create change. This is the process virologist Nathan Wolfe, the 2015 London Health Research Day Lucille & Norton Wolf Health Research Lecture Series keynote speaker, has followed since the beginning of his career in science...
Three Schulich Medicine faculty members to receive the CAME Certificate of Merit Award
March 11, 2015
Three Schulich Medicine & Dentistry faculty members have been selected to receive the 2015 CAME Certificate of Merit Award.
Bartha awarded Alzheimer Foundation grant
March 10, 2015
Medical Biophysics professor Dr. Robert Bartha of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry has been awarded the Alzheimer Foundation London and Middlesex Premier Research Grant...
Strong local connection in 2015 CaRMS match
March 06, 2015
The 2015 CaRMS match results had a strong local connection with 42 per cent of Schulich Medicine students pursuing their postgraduate medical education at Western University, and a majority of students continuing their education in the Southwestern and Central regions of Ontario...
Researchers call for more intensive testing for atrial fibrillation following stroke
March 05, 2015
Researchers at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry hope their systematic review of almost 12,000 patients will raise awareness among physicians about the need for more extensive testing for atrial fibrillation, or heart rhythm disturbances, following a stroke or transient ischemic attack (TIA).
In Memoriam - Norton Wolf
March 02, 2015
It is with great sadness that we share the news that well-known London businessman and philanthropist, Norton Wolf, has died. Wolf was known in the community for his generous support of health, education and the arts.
AstraZeneca donates $500,000 to forge health care improvements in Canada’s indigenous communities
February 20, 2015
Dr. Stewart Harris, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry professor, is collaborating with 12 First Nations communities in six provinces across Canada to identify local health challenges and facilitate better care coordination and improved outcomes for diabetes patients in a community-driven, culturally relevant context.
Ansari, Kovacs named among ‘world-class talent’
February 20, 2015
Psychology professor Daniel Ansari and Medical Biophysics professor Michael Kovacs were named two of 34 recipients of Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) awards recognizing the work of outstanding Canadian scientists and engineers.
Schulich Dentistry students receive research awards from the International Association for Dental Research (IADR)
February 18, 2015
Schulich Dentistry students have received international research awards from the Salivary Research Group and the International Association for Dental Research (IADR) in recognition of their innovative work. Congratulations to Yuliya Mulyar and Eduardo Moffa...
DOCS program featured in Community Transformation Report
February 12, 2015
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry's Dental Outreach Community Service (DOCS) program is featured in the newly released Community Transformation Report from the Council of Ontario Universities (COU)...
Dr. Julio Martinez-Trujillo has been appointed to the position of Provincial Endowed Academic Chair in Autism
February 12, 2015
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Julio Martinez-Trujillo has been appointed to the position of Provincial Endowed Academic Chair in Autism, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University.
Patients’ walks may aid early dementia detection
February 12, 2015
Medicine, Epidemiology and Biostatistics professor Manuel Montero Odasso explores how walking speed and variability of seniors with mild cognitive impairment can be used as a predictor of dementia’s progression, leading to earlier detection and treatment...
Record number of student abstracts accepted for national history of medicine conference
February 11, 2015
A record 10 abstracts from Schulich Medicine students have been accepted for the annual History of Medicine Days Conference being held at the University of Calgary in March.
2015 Women of Excellence Honorees Announced
February 11, 2015
Congratulations to Dr. Lisa Fischer, MD and Dr. Gillian Kernaghan, MD, CCFP, FCFP, who were announced as two of eight recipients of the 2015 Women of Excellence Awards...
Five new Regional Academic Directors (RAD) announced
February 09, 2015
Dr. George Kim, assistant dean, Rural, Regional and Community Engagement, is pleased to announce five new Regional Academic Directors (RAD) for the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry’s Distributed Education Network...
Dr. Michael Strong has been re-appointed to a second term as Dean of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry,
February 06, 2015
Dr. Michael Strong has been re-appointed to a second term as Dean of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, beginning July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2021. Dean Strong’s re-appointment was advanced at the recommendation of the Schulich Decanal Selection Committee, which has now received the formal endorsement and approval of the President and Board of Governors.
Dr. Jim Lewis has been appointed as Clinical Research Training Director
February 06, 2015
I am pleased to announce that Dr. Jim Lewis has been appointed as Clinical Research Training Director, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University.
Windsor high school students get look at life in medical school
February 04, 2015
About 20 Windsor high school students aspiring to a career in medicine got a look under the hood of life at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry - Windsor Program Tuesday night...
Remembering Dr. Ramsay Gunton
February 03, 2015
To his friends, family and proteges, Ramsay Gunton was a man who merited superlatives. An exemplary leader on the sports teams he captained. An avid angler. An excellent administrator. A superb physician, an outstanding mentor and a ground-breaking cardiac researcher. (Via the London Free Press)
Aaron Ward receives Prostate Cancer Canada’s Rising Star in Prostate Cancer Research Award
February 03, 2015
Aaron Ward, PhD, will receive a total of $446,856 between January 1, 2015 and December 31, 2017 for his research titled “Multi-Modality Radiomics for Personalized Prostate Cancer Care”...
Dr. Richard Bohay appointed Interim Director, Schulich Dentistry
January 30, 2015
Dr. Richard Bohay has been appointed to the position Interim Director, Schulich Dentistry, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University from January 26, 2015 to December 31, 2016.
Initiative puts five neurodegenerative disorders on notice
January 29, 2015
Robert Bartha hopes his latest research will allow him to travel back in time when it comes to aggressively attacking neurodegenerative diseases such as Alzheimer’s, ALS and Parkinson’s.
Dr. Amit Garg appointed to the position of Dr. Adam Linton Chair in Kidney Health Analytics
January 28, 2015
Dr. Amit Garg has been appointed to the position of Dr. Adam Linton Chair in Kidney Health Analytics, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University.
Western mourns the passing of Chancellor Joseph L. Rotman
January 27, 2015
The Western University community joined others across Canada and around the world today in mourning the passing of Canadian businessman, philanthropist and Western’s Chancellor Joseph L. Rotman
In Memoriam – Dr. John M. Murray
January 23, 2015
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Dr. John M. Murray, former adjunct clinical professor at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry, Western University...
Partnership brings model for mental health recovery to Kenya
January 23, 2015
Starting next month, one Western faculty member will begin a cooperative program to bring a North American practice for improving mental health to the African Republic of Kenya.
In Memoriam - Dr. Ramsay Gunton
January 23, 2015
It is with great sadness that we share the news of the passing of Dr. Ramsay Gunton, distinguished medical scientist, former professor of medicine and academic administrator at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry and a long-time supporter of Western University and Robarts Research Institute.
Researcher gets to the root of ginseng’s potential
January 22, 2015
For many, ginseng remains a basic herb, used as a simple supplement to boost immune systems or battle fatigue. But Western researcher Ed Lui is showing therapeutic uses for the traditional plant may reach much further...
ONDRI studies now under way at Western University and across the province
January 21, 2015
ONDRI is a research program studying how to improve the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease, Parkinson’s disease, amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), frontotemporal lobar degeneration and vascular cognitive impairment in an Ontario-wide collaboration.
Researchers awarded CFI funding to study fat-derived stem cells
January 20, 2015
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry received a financial boost today in the quest to demonstrate how stem cells sourced from your body’s fat can assist in wound healing and musculoskeletal regeneration.
Dr. William Wall, Recipient of 2015 Award of Merit by Royal College
January 19, 2015
Dr. Wall is being recognized as a surgeon, scholar and leader in health care, who has dedicated his career to advancing transplantation and surgery...
In Memoriam - Dr. Colin Nisbet
January 16, 2015
It is with sadness that we report the passing of Dr. Colin Nisbet, respected faculty member with Schulich Medicine & Dentistry - Windsor Program and Emergency Room Physician at Windsor Regional Hospital.
In Memoriam - Dr. Neville M. Lefcoe
January 16, 2015
It is with sadness that we share news of the passing of Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Professor Emeritus, Dr. Neville Lefcoe.
Robarts Clinical Trials named Business awards finalist
January 15, 2015
Robarts Clinical Trials Inc. has been named a finalist in for the 2015 London Business Achievement Awards in the Innovation category.
Advancing the science of protein modifications
January 12, 2015
Shawn Li, PhD, and postdoctoral fellow Kyle Biggar, PhD, were recently published in the prestigious journal, Nature Reviews, for their work identifying the role that non-histone protein methylation plays in a variety of disease and biological processes.
Graduate Studies and Postdoctoral Affairs introduces Dean’s Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (DUROP)
January 08, 2015
A new undergraduate research training program will be launched in summer 2015. The deadline for interested supervisors to submit a project description is Friday, January 30, 2015…
Snow removal continues across campus (UPDATED 11:30 a.m.)
January 07, 2015
Western Facilities Management crews have been using road and sidewalk plows to clear snow away since 7 a.m.
