December
Expert insight: Better access to dental care may have potential benefits beyond Canadians’ mouths
December 22, 2023
In an article for The Conversation, Dr. Noha Gomaa writes that access to dental care will enhance Canadians’ oral health and potentially help in managing chronic diseases.
Announcement: Dr. Patricia Hall re-appointed as interim Chair of the Department of Psychiatry
December 20, 2023
I am pleased to announce that the appointment of Dr. Patricia Hall as interim Chair of the Department of Psychiatry, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, has been extended effective January 15, 2024 to December 31, 2024 or until a permanent Chair is appointed.
Announcement: Dr. John Fuller re-appointed as interim Chair, Department of Anesthesia & Perioperative Medicine
December 20, 2023
I am pleased to announce that the appointment of Dr. John Fuller as interim Chair, Department of Anesthesia & Perioperative Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University, has been extended effective January 1, 2024 to February 28, 2024 or until a permanent Chair is appointed.
New study sheds light on connection between microbiome and kidney stones
December 20, 2023
A new study has found changes in the microbiome in multiple locations in the body are linked to the formation of kidney stones. The research team examined bacteria in the gut, urinary tract and mouth.
Nicole Redvers brings Indigenous perspectives to WHO advisory group appointment
December 19, 2023
Nicole Redvers, ND, MPH, has been appointed to the World Health Organization’s Technical Advisory Group on Embedding Ethics in Health and Climate Change Policy. As one of 13 members, she will help deliver a range of tools, materials and evidence-based insights to address this worldwide challenge.
Donation of $8.5 million strengthens hearing science and innovation
December 18, 2023
Transforming care for patients with hearing loss is the focus of a donation from global hearing implant company MED-EL.
Announcement: Dr. David A. Steven re-appointed chair Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences
December 18, 2023
We are pleased to announce that Dr. David A. Steven has been re-appointed to the Department of Clinical Neurological Sciences as Chair (Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University), Physician Department Executive (London Health Sciences Centre) and Chief (St. Joseph’s Health Care London). The re-appointment will be effective January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2028.
A look back at the top stories of 2023
December 13, 2023
Schulich Medicine & Dentistry experts brought their research expertise, innovative thinking and thought leadership to bear on some of the most pervasive health challenges facing the world in 2023. Read about the important contributions made by our people as told through some of the year's top stories.
Students offer support, mentorship to medical and dental school applicants
December 13, 2023
Founded by medical students, ACCESS Inc. aims to make the admissions process more equitable for under-represented students applying to the Doctor of Medicine and Doctor of Dental Surgery programs at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry.
Announcement: Dr. Sumit Agrawal has been re-appointed to the Department of Otolaryngology as Interim Chair
December 08, 2023
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Sumit Agrawal has been re-appointed to the Department of Otolaryngology as Interim Chair (Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University), Interim Physician Department Executive (London Health Sciences Centre) and Interim Chief (St. Joseph’s Health Care London). The re-appointment will be effective January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, or until a permanent PDE/Chair/Chief is appointed.
Research shows impact of nicotine vaping varies with age and sex
December 07, 2023
A new study on vapes led by Jibran Khokhar, PhD, challenges the belief that adolescents experience less severe withdrawal symptoms from nicotine than adults.
World AIDS Day: Decoding HIV’s stealth strategy
December 01, 2023
Virologist Stephen Barr, PhD, is on a mission to unveil and fight a ‘trickster’ HIV virus mechanism that evades the immune system.
World AIDS Day: Reflecting on a career of impact in probiotics research and community health
December 01, 2023
Professor Emeritus Gregor Reid, PhD, is being honoured with the creation of a new award - given out in his name - that recognizes his work in low- and middle-income countries through Western Heads East.
Announcement: Dr. Wael Haddara appointed as Interim Chair, Department of Medicine
December 01, 2023
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Wael Haddara has been appointed Chair/Physician Department Executive/Chief, Department of Medicine, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University and London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph's Health Care London.
