November
In Memoriam: Dr. John P. Girvin, MD’58
November 13, 2024
It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of neurosurgeon Dr. John P. Girvin on November 12, 2024.
New study aims to develop novel renal preservation method by mitigating ischemic injury and inflammation
November 13, 2024
Third-year medical student Helen Jin is helping combat injury that occurs during pre-transplant preservation in the kidney. It’s work that will improve the success rate of kidney transplants worldwide.
Lack of sleep regulations in Canada’s licensed child-care facilities puts children’s health at risk
November 11, 2024
With no guidance from statutes and inconsistent sleep regulations for licensed child care in Canada, children's daytime sleep needs are being neglected. In an article in the Conversation, Graham Reid, associate professor in the Departments of Psychology and Family Medicine, and team outline the dangers and what can be done to promote optimal sleep habits.
Military experiences help MD student pursue a dream
November 06, 2024
Meet Jessica Ann Girard, one of three students with a military background in Schulich Medicine & Dentistry’s MD Class of 2028. Girard is stepping into a new career in pursuit of a long-held dream to be in medicine.
Exploring economic impact of dementia prevention earns MSc grad Governor General’s Gold Medal
November 06, 2024
With the first-ever Canadian dementia prevention model, Marie Lan, MSc’24, will help assess the economic impact of managing dementia risk factors. She has also earned a Governor General’s Gold Medal in the process.
‘Bilateral cooperation:’ U.S. Consul General Baxter Hunt visits Western
November 05, 2024
Visit outlines the extensive collaboration between Western and U.S. that benefits researchers, students and the public.
Study provides clarity around blood pressure management in non-cardiac surgery
November 04, 2024
A large-scale trial, led by Dr. Amit Garg, found no significant difference in the risk of kidney injury between two approaches for blood pressure management.
