January
Two prestigious Canada Research Chairs named at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry
February 09, 2016
Congratulations to Schulich Medicine & Dentistry researchers Eric Arts and Andrew Pruszynski on being named Canada Research Chairs (CRC). Arts has been named Tier 1 CRC in HIV Pathogenesis and Viral Control, and Pruszynski has been named Tier 2 CRC in Sensorimotor Neuroscience.
Canadian Association for Medical Education (CAME) Certificate of Merit recipients announced
January 29, 2016
Three Schulich Medicine & Dentistry faculty members have been selected to receive the CAME Certificate of Merit Award for 2016. Congratulations to Drs. Kevin Fung, Sheri-Lynn Kane and Cyrus Hsia.
Dr. Bertha Garcia reappointed as Vice Dean, Education at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University
January 28, 2016
Dr. Bertha Garcia, Professor, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine has been reappointed as Vice Dean, Education at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, until June 30, 2017.
Strategic Plan Update featuring Dr. Margaret Steele
January 27, 2016
Dr. Margaret Steele provides an update on the Strategic Plan Refresh - what has been accomplished and next steps in the process.
Overcoming mental health stigma through education
January 27, 2016
More than 60 per cent of those dealing with mental illness will choose not to seek the help they need, and stigma is one of the main reasons why. Dr. Javeed Sukhera's current research is focused on innovative ways to reduce stigma and the adverse impact of stigma on patient care in health care environments.
Ending stigma through research - Q&A with Wataru Inoue, PhD
January 27, 2016
Wataru Inoue, PhD, studies the effect of chronic stress on the brain and the biological basis for depression. The Robarts scientist sat down with us to discuss ending stigma around mental health and how his research may help diagnose, treat and prevent clinical depression in the future.
Maly Bun receives 2015 United Way Labour Appreciation Award
January 27, 2016
Maly Bun's oustanding commitment to the United Way has been recognized with the 2015 Labour Appreciation Award. Presented annually, the award recognizes outstanding volunteers within workplaces who contribute to the organization and to their community...
The human connection
January 27, 2016
Kelly Anderson, PhD, and Lloy Wylie, PhD, are deepening our understanding of mental illness in refugee populations, and what communities can do to provide better care.
Half of transgender Ontarians do not feel comfortable with their family doctor
January 25, 2016
Greta Bauer, PhD, has released a study showing that approximately half of transgender Ontarians are not comfortable discussing transgender-related health issues with their family physician.
Dr. Hugh Allen receives Order of Ontario
January 18, 2016
After working as an internationally recognized surgeon and specialist in the field of obstetrics and gynaecology for more than 60 years, Dr. Hugh Allen, MD’48, has received the Order of Ontario.
Dr. Andrea Lum receives extension on her appointment as Chair/Chief, Department of Medical Imaging
January 18, 2016
Dr. Andrea Lum has received an extension on her appointment as Chair/Chief, 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. Her additional term is from January 1, 2016 - December 31, 2016.
Dr. Michael Pariser the first in Canada to complete a residency in Pain Medicine
January 14, 2016
Congratulations to Dr. Michael Pariser, who is the first resident in Canada to complete a residency in Pain Medicine. Dr. Pariser was honoured at the inaugural Pain Medicine Resident Farewell Dinner, which took place on January 4.
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry students challenge one of the world’s major health issues
January 12, 2016
Mitchell Canes, Jessica Siu and Daniel Stojanovic, Medicine Class of 2018, received second place in Western University’s World’s Challenge Challenge for their proposed solution to the issue of vitamin A deficiency around the world.
Dr. Richard McLachlan receives Canadian League Against Epilepsy’s 2015 Wilder Penfield Award
January 11, 2016
Dr. Richard McLachlan, a professor in the Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry, received this prestigious award for his outstanding lifetime clinical and research contributions in epilepsy.
Strategic Planning Task Forces formed
January 11, 2016
Four Task Force Committees have been formed to support planning efforts in connection to the refresh of the School’s 10-year Strategic Plan. Chaired by members of the Steering Committee, the Task Forces focused on Education, Research, Internationalization, and Simulation will delve more deeply into each of these critical areas of the School’s mission and provide insight into goals and metrics for the future. Task Force membership information is available on the Strategic Plan website.
Exposure to marijuana in adolescence causes schizophrenia-like changes in the brain
January 11, 2016
Steven Laviolette, PhD, has published a study showing the significant, long-term impacts of delta-9-tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) on the adolescent brain.
Dental Outreach Community Service (DOCS) program featured on Western Revealed
January 07, 2016
Western Revealed takes a look at the new partnership between DOCS and Youth Opportunities Unlimited (YOU) that is helping provide free dental care to community members with no dental insurance.
Dr. Dwight Moulin reappointed to the position of Earl Russel Chair in Pain Management
January 07, 2016
Dr. Dwight Moulin has been reappointed to the position of Earl Russel Chair in Pain Management, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University until September 30, 2020.
