August
Media Release: Researchers warn coffee could adversely affect blood pressure diagnosis and management
August 31, 2016
Researchers in London, Ontario have shown that your morning cup of coffee could be adversely affecting diagnosis and treatment for high blood pressure. The research team from Western University and Lawson Health Research Institute measured how occasional coffee consumption in individual patients impacted the action of calcium channel blockers, a commonly prescribed class of blood-pressure lowering medication.
Announcement: Dr. Gerry Cooper extended as Associate Dean, Schulich Medicine & Dentistry – Windsor Campus
August 17, 2016
Dr. Gerry Cooper has been extended as Associate Dean for the Windsor Campus in the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, effective September 1, 2016 to August 31, 2018.
'See the Line' aims to shift the culture around concussion in sport
August 10, 2016
It was the belief that she could shake it off and get back in the game that ended 17-year-old Rowan Stringer's life. She died after being hit in the head twice in less than a week while playing high school rugby. Her parents Gord and Kathleen Stringer tell their story to a sold-out crowd of 700 athletes, coaches, parents and community members today at See the Line, Schulich Medicine & Dentistry's annual event focused on concussion research, education and awareness.
Announcement: Dr. Doug Jones reappointed as Vice Dean, Basic Medical Sciences
August 09, 2016
Dr. Doug Jones has been reappointed as Vice Dean, Basic Medical Sciences, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University effective from July 1, 2016 to June 30, 2018.
Announcement: Three Schulich Medicine learners awarded Dr. Ed Brecevic Award for Compassionate Care
August 04, 2016
This award recognizes clinical clerks or residents who demonstrate an exceptional bedside manner and compassionate patient care, and honours the memory of Dr. Ed Brecevic.
Announcement: Dr. Stephen Wetmore has been extended as Chair/Chief of the Department of Family Medicine
August 03, 2016
Dr. Stephen Wetmore has been extended as Chair/Chief of the Department of Family Medicine at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University and its teaching hospitals, London Health Sciences Centre & St. Joseph's Health Care London effective September 1, 2016 to August 31, 2017.
In Memoriam - Dr. David Armstrong
August 03, 2016
It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Dr. David Armstrong, one of the School's most renowned basic scientists in the field of reproductive biology.
Golden Globe winning actor Idris Elba headlines the 2016 Leaders in Innovation Dinner
August 03, 2016
Acclaimed actor Idris Elba is the featured guest for the 2016 Leaders in Innovation Dinner, hosted by Robarts Research Institute. This year’s dinner celebrates research excellence in the field of chronic lung disease.
Leading by example
August 01, 2016
Jennifer Branch is working to connect dental students at the School and across the country through a number of leadership roles and initiatives.
