Available Fellowships

Main Contact:

Margie Moretti | Secretary to:
Dr. Ajay Prakash, Interim Medical Director
Dr. Naghmeh Mokhber, Chair of Forensic Psychiatry
Southwest Centre for Forensic Mental Health Care
Margie.Moretti@sjhc.london.on.ca
(519) 631-8510, ext. 49221

Affiliated Physician: Dr. Naghmeh Mokhber

More about this fellowship

Forensic Psychiatry The Department of psychiatry, forensic division at Western University offers one-year fellowship training. Six-month fellowships for Psychiatrists will be considered on an individual basis. All fellows will be expected to complete the requirements for CanMEDs roles: Medical Expert, Collaborator, Communicator, Leader, Scholar, Professional. The fellowship training will provide a comprehensive educational experience in the assessment, diagnosis and management of patients in the field of Forensic Psychiatry. Fellows will have opportunities to be involved in research activities including project study design and analysis, participation in ongoing investigator-initiated research projects and quality improvement projects. They will play an active role in teaching medical students, residents, and other fellows. Fellows will acquire the skills and competencies to work in either academic or community settings. The Forensic Psychiatry inpatient programs offer assessment, treatment and rehabilitation services while a growing Forensic Outreach Team provides intensive support and interventions to clients being followed in the community while still under the Disposition of the Ontario Review Board (ORB). Southwest Centre has multiple linkages with other forensic facilities, courts, community agencies, and academic institutions. Our organization is recovery oriented with a strong focus on the use of psychiatric rehabilitation, evidence-based psychotherapies, complex psychopharmacology, and other evidence-based modalities (e.g. ECT and TMS).

Selection Criteria
Both Canadian and International candidates are eligible. The applicant's file will be reviewed. Select candidates will be interviewed virtually.

Application Deadlines
1 year before starting date. The start dates will be considered on an individual basis

Main Contact:

Program Coordinator
Developmental Disabilities Program
Department of Psychiatry
Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry

 DDProgramCoordinator@lhsc.on.ca

Affiliated Physician: Dr. Rob Nicolson

More about this fellowship

The Developmental Disabilities Program in the Department of Psychiatry at Western University in London, Ontario, offers a one-year clinical fellowship in Developmental Disabilities for psychiatrists who have completed their residency. This position is partially funded and, with opportunities for clinical billing, it is expected that the income of fellows during their fellowship will be approximately $100,000.

The prevalence of Developmental Disabilities (Intellectual Disability and/or Autism Spectrum Disorder) is almost 3% of the Canadian population. In addition to higher rates of all medical problems, people with Developmental Disabilities have increased rates of psychiatric disorders, with some studies suggesting rates up to eight times higher than the general population. Unfortunately, due to a lack of training and services, people with Developmental Disabilities tend to have lower rates of diagnosis and treatment of their mental health problems, leading to significant health care disparities and inequities.

The Psychiatry of Developmental Disabilities is a fascinating, intellectually stimulating, and highly rewarding field. The interplay of mental health, physical health, behaviour, and development is central to the field and necessitates the inclusion of elements of developmental pediatrics, neurology, psychiatry, and rehabilitation medicine. The fellowship provides fellows with extensive clinical opportunities in psychiatry and related disciplines, allowing fellows to enhance their skills in this underserved area and prepares them for independent practice in the Psychiatry of Developmental Disabilities. Fellows will participate in Psychiatry, Genetics, Developmental Pediatrics, Neurology, and Rehabilitation Medicine Clinics. Rather than using a traditional approach with trainees learning in blocks of time within each specialty, this fellowship uses a novel, longitudinal approach in which fellows will work in the same child psychiatry and adult psychiatry clinics with the same supervisor over the course of the year. This approach, in which trainees see the same patients multiple times over the year, provides the opportunity to develop expertise in the ongoing management of mental health problems in people with Developmental Disabilities.

For more information about the Psychiatry of Developmental Disabilities Fellowship, please feel free to contact my office by email at DDProgramCoordinator@lhsc.on.ca. I look forward to your inquiries and a chance to discuss our exciting fellowship program with you.

Selection Criteria

Both Canadian and International candidates are eligible to apply. Contact our office for application information.

Application Deadlines

Ongoing. The start dates will be considered on an individual basis

Important Documents

• Description and Objectives
• Fellowship Application

Fellowship Overview

The St. Joseph Operational Stress Injury Clinic at the Department of Psychiatry, Western University in London, Ontario, offers a 6-to-12-month clinical fellowship. This program is designed for psychiatrists who have completed their psychiatry residency and are seeking additional training in military-related PTSD and other work-related psychiatric conditions.

This fully funded fellowship is supported by Veterans Affairs Canada through St. Joseph's Veterans Care Program and offers competitive remuneration. Fellows have the opportunity to work at the St. Joseph Operational Stress Injury Clinic, located in London and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The clinic provides comprehensive psychiatric assessments and treatments to veterans, active Canadian Forces members, and RCMP personnel. It offers a unique platform to develop essential skills in assessing and treating military-related PTSD and other work-related psychiatric conditions.

Additionally, the fellowship includes valuable training in disability management, applicable in various community settings, including the management of PTSD in first responders. This training ensures that the knowledge and skills acquired are transferable and have a broad impact in supporting individuals with complex work-related psychiatric conditions.

Fellowship Highlights

• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Collaborate closely with a diverse and experienced clinical team including professionals from psychology, social work, and nursing. This exposure enhances comprehensive patient care understanding and provides insights into team dynamics.
• Research Excellence: Engage with the MacDonald Franklin OSI Research Centre, a leader in military and veteran mental health research. Participate in research initiatives, present findings on various platforms, and contribute to influential publications, refining your research skills and knowledge of advanced methodologies.
• Professional Growth: The fellowship fosters a nurturing environment for professional development. Learn from field experts, refine diverse research methods, and develop analytical acumen, preparing you for a successful career in military-related PTSD and other psychiatric conditions.
• Impactful Contributions: Make meaningful contributions to advancing military and veteran mental health. Your work will positively impact the lives of service members and veterans, shaping the future of mental health care in this vital area.

Learning Objectives

1. Master Military and Veteran Cultural Competence: Develop a deep understanding of military and veteran culture to enhance trauma-informed psychiatric care.
2. Expertise in Service-Related Psychiatric Assessments: Conduct pension medical examinations with professionalism and sensitivity to the unique experiences of veterans.
3. Implement Measurement-Based Care: Utilize standardized psychiatric outcome monitoring and shared decision-making tools to optimize treatment outcomes.
4. Research Methodologies in Military and Veteran Mental Health: Gain valuable exposure to research methodologies crucial to the advancement of this field.

How to Apply

For more information about this fellowship, or to express your interest, please contact me, Don Richardson, MD, FRCPC, at Don.Richardson@sjhc.london.on.ca, or reach out to the MacDonald Franklin OSI Research Centre at osiresearch@sjhc.london.on.ca. We are eagerly looking forward to discussing this exciting opportunity with you.