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November 30, 2023 Surgery & Epidemiology / Biostatistics Research Symposium
A joint event with the Departments of Surgery and Epidemioloy & Biostatistics to showcase active and planned research by faculty, project collaborations between both departments, shared interests, and more.June 5, 2024 Dr. Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day
Save the Date: June 5, 2024 The 2024 Dr. Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day will be held on June 5, 2024. This year’s event will have a modified format and begin at noon. Details are still being confirmed and will be released at a later date.February 20, 2023 Family Day Holiday
Western University and the Department of Surgery office will be closed on Monday, February 20, 2023, on account of the Family Day holiday.January 26, 2023 HRI Talks: Trauma and Moral Injury: Making the Invisible Wound Visible
The people our society sends to the front lines of catastrophe – the disasters, the conflicts, the pandemics – do invaluable, selfless work. Too often, they pay a price for their efforts. Increasingly, one of the tolls they pay is living with a form of trauma called moral injury. This is a free, public Zoom event. A moderated discussion will be followed by a live Q&A with audience members. A recording will be available following the event.December 23, 2022 University Holiday Closure
As per the University holiday closure, the Department of Surgery office will close for the holidays on Friday, December 23, 2022 at 6:30 a.m. through to 6:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 4, 2023.November 16, 2022 Celebrating Science and Discovery Dinner
Shining the spotlight on molecular imaging research, the evening will include the presentation of the 2022 J. Allyn Taylor International Prize in Medicine – one of Canada’s most prestigious research awards.October 11, 2022 DOS IRF and RRG Competition Deadlines
Applications for the Department of Surgery IRF and RRG competitions are due October 11, 2022.September 28, 2022 Lawson IRF Fall 2022 Competition
The Fall 2022 Lawson IRF Competition is NOW OPEN. Applications must be submitted no later than Wednesday September 28th, 2022 at 11:59 p.m. EDT.August 31, 2022 Fall Perspectives on Teaching Conference
In this session, Dr. Nicole Campbell will share her journey supporting student mental health and the impact this has had on her students and herself as an educator.August 10, 2022 See the Line
See the Line is a collaborative, 10-year initiative that seeks to educate athletes, coaches, parents and the broader community about the serious impact of concussions.May 31, 2022 London Health Research Day
London Health Research Day is an annual research event featuring the outstanding work from labs at Lawson Health Research Institute and Western’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and Faculty of Health Sciences.February 28, 2022 Alumni of Distinction Awards
Nominations for the 2022 Alumni of Distinction Awards are now open.December 15, 2021 Surgery Grand Rounds
The Department of Surgery will be holding Grand Rounds on December 15, 2021 featuring Dr. Nadine Caron, Canada's first Indigenous Surgeon.November 11, 2021 Dr. Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day
This year's event will be held virtually on the afternoon of November 11, 2021.August 12, 2021 See the Line
July 14, 2021 Schulich Awards of Excellence
Every year, the Awards of Excellence honours the outstanding contributions of faculty and staff at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and provides an opportunity to recognize and encourage the ongoing development of outstanding talent found here.June 4, 2021 JK Wyatt Urology Residents Research Day
Registration is now open for the Division of Urology's JK Wyatt Urology Residents Research Day. This will be a virtual event, with guest speaker Dr. Robert Uzzo.June 2, 2021 Clinical Supervision: Five Reasons That It’s Harder Than We Think
Dr. Lorelei Lingard will be a guest lecture at the next event presented by the Department of Surgery's Gender, Equity, and Diversity Committee.May 19, 2021 Paediatric Surgery Research Day
The Division of Paediatric Surgery is holding its 5th Annual Research Day on May 19, 2021. This is a virtual event.May 7, 2021 Plastic Surgery Residents' Research Day
Registration is now open for the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery annual Residents' Research Day, being held virtually this year on May 7.February 19, 2021 Women in Surgery Keynote Lecture
The Women in Surgery Keynote Lecture featuring Dr. Susan Moffatt-Bruce has been rescheduled for Friday, February 19, 2021.December 2, 2020 Grand Rounds
Dr. Gigi Osler, assistant professor in the Department of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck Surgery at the University of Manitoba and past-president of the Canadian Medical Association, will present at this year's combined Grand Rounds.November 11, 2020 Surgery Research Day 2020
The Dr. Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day will be a virtual event this year.July 14, 2020 New Professional Staff Orientation
Attention: New Professional Staff. Enjoy meeting other new Professional Staff colleagues within London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph's Health Care London, and gain an understanding of the role of the organizations within LHSC and St. Joseph's.June 19, 2020 Surgery Research Day - POSTPONED
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic Research Day will no longer take place on June 19, 2020.April 29, 2020 Women in Surgery Keynote Lecture - POSTPONED
***Please note: Due to COVID-19 precautions, this event has been postponed and will be rescheduled***January 21, 2020 CERI RESEARCH SEMINAR
Dr. Lloy Wylie will present on the topic of "Strengthening Health Equity in Undergraduate Medical Education and Continuing Professional Development: Using storytelling and role play to build competencies"December 23, 2019 2019 Holiday Closure
The Department of Surgery Office will be closed for the holiday break beginning Monday, December 23 and will reopen on Thursday, January 2, 2020.November 27, 2019 Café Scientifique: The invisible world inside us: Exploring the human microbiome.
Scientists and members of the Department of Surgery Drs. Gregor Reid and Jeremy Burton join Dr. Michael Silverman in unraveling the mysteries about the microbiome and using that knowledge to improve health and health care. They will also bust some myths and share the important facts when it comes to probiotics, prebiotics and the microbiome.November 19, 2019 CERI Research Seminar: Recognizing and Managing Emotions in Health Professions Education Research
October 23, 2019 World Anesthesia Day - Citywide Grand Rounds: The Surgical Checklist: 10 Years Later
The Department of Anesthesia and Perioperative Medicine is hosting Dr. Alan Merry, Deputy Dean, Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences at the University of Auckland, New Zealand as the guest lecturer for the event.October 22, 2019 CERI Research Seminar
October 18, 2019 36th Annual Western Homecoming Sport Medicine Day Symposium
Presented by The Fowler Kennedy Sport Medicine Clinic, registration is now open for the 36th Annual Western Homecoming Sport Medicine Day Symposium.September to November 2019 2019 Western Events for United Way
There are many ways to participate and show your support for Western's 2019 Campaign for United Way.August 15, 2019 New Faculty Orientation: Teaching at Western
The Centre for Teaching and Learning is hosting an orientation to teaching for new full and part-time instructors. New Faculty Orientation: Teaching at Western is a full day workshop that introduces new instructors to resources and important policies related to teaching and learning at Western. The program combines presentations, panel discussions, and interactive sessions. Participants will have the opportunity to ask questions and clarify expectations throughout the day.July 8 to July 11, 2019 Summer Workshop Series
The Department of Epidemiology & Biostatistics is hosting a series of workshops July 8 to 11. Workshops are designed for students, staff, faculty, and researchers from a wide variety of fields including clinical research, health sciences, and social sciences.June 24, 2019 Dr. Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day
Featuring Dr. Toni Zhong, Associate Professor in the Department of Surgery, and the inaugural Belinda Stronach Chair in Breast Cancer Reconstruction at University Health Network (UHN).May 15, 2019 Perioperative Multidisciplinary Grand Rounds
May 14, 2019 2019 CNS Research Day
April 30, 2019 London Health Research Day 2019
London Health Research Day provides a forum for learners to showcase their innovative work and engage in networking opportunities with peers, faculty and industry leaders.April 24, 2019 Joint Perioperative and Critical Care Rounds
March 19, 2019 History of Medicine Colloquium
This colloquium showcases the work of Schulich Medicine & Dentistry students and features their recent work in the history of medicine. Prizes will be awarded for best presentation.March 7, 2019 International Women's Day
Educate a Woman, Empower a Nation - Join us for the 2nd annual Dr. Hanycz Leadership Lecture Series, featuring keynote address by five-time Nobel Peace Prize nominee and internationally-recognized human rights and inspirational peace activist, Dr. Izzeldin Abuelaish.February 21 and 22, 2019 SAEGIS Courses: Successful Patient Interactions & Effective Team Interactions
SAEGIS is a member of the CMPA family. Learn to have safer physician to patient interactions through their skills-based, evidence-based educational programs, two of which will be offered in London in mid-February: Successful Patient Interactions and Effective Team Interactions.January 16, 2019 Multidisciplinary Perioperative Grand Rounds
Topic: Optimizing Postoperative Opioid ManagementSummer 2018 Transition to Residency
The Transition to Residency program for PGY1s is a series of workshops held every Wednesday afternoon through July and August to help facilitate the challenging move from medical school to residency.June 15, 2018 Resident and MSc in Surgery Celebration Dinner
May 9, 2018 Exchange: A London Health Research Day Forum on Diversity and Inclusivity
Exchange: A London Health Research Day Forum on Diversity and Inclusivity aims to foster conversations around equity, diversity and inclusivity in the careers of health researchers. This is a topic of national importance that has garnered attention and action from the federal government, the tri-council funding agencies (CIHR, NSERC and SSHRC) and scientists across the country.May 23, 2018 | 7:00-8:00 a.m. CBME: Getting the Surgeon Ready for July 2018
This session will feature presentations on assessing learners and transitioning to CBME.April 15th, 2018 DEADLINE: Application for MSc in Surgery
To ensure consideration for Fall term admission (September 1 start), applications must be received by April 15. To apply, complete the Research Template for Applicants and attach it to the Application Form available from the School of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies website.April 11, 2018 Registration Open: Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day
Registration to attend the Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day opens April 11th.March 26, 2018 Call for Abstracts: Department of Surgery Research Day
The Dr. Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day will be held on Friday, June 15, 2018 at King’s University College, London. The deadline to submit an abstract for presentation is March 5, 2018.March 28, 2018 Citywide General Surgery Grand Rounds
“DAMAGE CONTROL RESUSCITATION and SURGERY in REMOTE SETTINGS”, Chief John I. Leasiolagi, LCPO, Marine Special Operations Company – G, 2D Marine Raider Battalion, Camp Lejeune, NC.February 21, 2018 Perioperative Multidisciplinary Grand Rounds
January 31, 2018 Multidisciplinary Perioperative Grand Rounds
SAVE THE DATE: January 31, 2018 (Perioperative Rounds - Ronnie Rosenthal, MD, MS, FACS)January - June 2018 Acuity STAR Training Sessions
Training sessions for Acuity STAR have been scheduled for the first half of 2018. Sessions will take place each month at University Hospital and Victoria Hospital.November 29 to December 21, 2017 Acuity STAR Training Classes
Training classes for the Acuity STAR data entry system are now listed for the remainder of this year.December 14, 2017 Paterson Lecture 2017
This years’ Paterson Lecture will be given by Dr. Martin Chalfie on Thursday, December 14, 2017. Dr. Martin Chalfie is one of the world’s most celebrated scientists and received the Nobel Prize for Chemistry in 2008 together with Osamu Shimomura and Roger Y. Tsien “for the discovery and development of the green fluorescent protein, GFP”.November 13, 2017 Science Policy Lecture by Dr. Howard Alper Visit
Dr Howard Alper, a distinguished professor at the University of Ottawa, will be giving a talk, "Innovation, Science, and Economic Development—Policy Advice and Benchmarking to Shape the Future of a Nation" on November 13, one of the events taking place during Western's International Week.November 8, 2017 Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Grand Rounds
We welcome Visiting Professor Dr. William M. Kuzon, Jr, MD, PhD, FRCSC, FACS, from the University of Michigan to the Division of Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery's Grand Rounds.October 21, 2017 Dean's Distinguished Lecture with Dr. Margaret Chan
Dr. Chan is said to be the most powerful international public health official in history. Acclaimed for her strategic direction in the face of public health crises, Dr. Chan has served on the front lines of the global fight against H1N1, SARS and avian influenza. She has also been instrumental in championing improvements to maternal care, HIV and AIDS care and malaria.October 11, 2017 LHSC's President’s Award Program
Nominations for the 2017 awards are open and will be accepted until October 11, 2017. Please review the nomination process and help recognize the remarkable people you know!September 30, 2017 CUSEC 2017 Symposium - Registration
The 2017 Canadian Undergraduate Surgical Education Committee (CUSEC) Symposium will take place on November 16 & 17 in Vancouver, BC. If you are involved in Undergraduate Surgical Education and/or you are interested in how Surgery should be taught and learned in medical school, then this meeting is for you.August 16, 2017 See the Line
See the Line is a collaborative, 10-year initiative that seeks to educate athletes, coaches, parents and the broader community about the serious impact of concussions. In doing so it aims to shift the culture around concussion in sport, reduce the incidence of concussion and improve care through research.June 30, 2017 Canada Day - Office Closed
The Department of Surgery office will be closed on Friday, June 30, 2017 for the Canada Day statutory holiday. The office will reopen on Monday, July 3, 2017.June 23, 2017 Student Celebration Dinner
Join us in celebrating the achievements of our graduating residents and MSc in Surgery students.June 23, 2017 Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day
This year's Dr. Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day will take place on June 23, 2017 at St. Joseph's Hospital in the Shuttleworth Auditorium. The Student Celebration Dinner will follow in the evening and will be held at Sunningdale Golf & Country Club.April 19, 2017 Lawson Impact Awards
The Lawson Impact Awards is an annual event that honours research making a difference and acknowledges the unique accomplishments of our scientists, staff, trainees and partners.April 6, 2017 Conversation and Coffee with the Dean
Join Dr. Michael J. Strong for a light continental breakfast and casual conversation. Dr. Strong will share updates and answer your questions on key initiatves underway at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry.April 5, 2017 3MT Western 2017: Final Round
Western's 2017 3MT Final will be held on Wednesday, April 5 at 10:00 a.m. in the Davenport Theatre, Talbot College.March 28, 2017 London Health Research Day
London Health Research Day is the largest research day of its kind in Ontario. Each year, more than 700 people attend this event. Together, participants represent health science labs from across the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Robarts Research Institute, Lawson Health Research Institute, London Health Sciences Centre and St. Joseph’s Health Care London. The day includes poster and platform presentations, informative workshops, The Lucille & Norton Wolf Health Research Lecture Series, and a wine and cheese networking session for trainees and industry partners.March 10, 2017 Alumni of Distinction Awards
Recognize the outstanding accomplishments of a peer, classmate or colleague. Deadline for nomination is Friday, March 10, 2017. Nomination forms for the 2017 Alumni of Distinction Awards are now available on the Alumni of Distinction Awards website.March 3, 2017 STAR User Experience Group
The STAR User Experience Group is open to all STAR users from all departments. The purpose of this group meeting is to engage with all STAR users and get feedback and suggestions for improvement from the STAR community of users.March 3-4, 2017 Physician Leadership Institute (formerly PMI) course: Conflict Management and Negotiation
The AMOSO Governing Committee has approved the funding of a Physician Leadership Institute (formerly PMI) course on Conflict Management and Negotiation on Friday March 3rd and Saturday March 4th 2017 in London.February 10, 2017 Global Health Conversation Series
Featuring Steven J. Hoffman, PhD, Scientific Director of the CIHR Institute of Population and Public Health. Presentation will be at 8:30 a.m. at University Hospital Auditorium A and with OTN connection to Medical Education Building, Room 2100, University of Windsor.January 30, 2017 LHRD 2017 - Call for Abstracts
The submission deadline for this year's London Health Research Day is Monday, January 30, 2017 at 11:59 p.m. EST. Submissions will not be accepted after the deadline.January 27, 2017 Fellowship in Teaching Innovation - Information Session
Are you interested in developing a teaching innovation? You are invited to attend an information session on the Fellowship in Teaching Innovation. This session is intended for those preparing applications for the current cycle and for those who are interested in learning more about the program.January 24, 2017 OGS Scholarship Deadline
Students applying to the MSc in Surgery for 2017-18 are encouraged to apply now so that you can apply for an Ontario Graduate Scholarship (value $15000). The deadline to start an OGS application is January 24, 2017.January 18, 2017 Citywide Critical Care Grand Rounds
Guest Speaker - Dr. Richard Novick Trouble in the OR - The Call, The Save, and The ThreatJanuary 17-19, 2017 Acuity STAR Training Sessions
Training sessions for Acuity STAR have been scheduled once per month from January to June. Sessions will take place each month at University Hospital, Victoria Hospital, and online.January 16, 2017 Partners in Research National Awards - 2017 Nomination deadline
The honorific PIR National Awards (PIRNAs) constitute a suite of six prizes recognizing excellence among Canadian researchers, as well as their commitment to promoting their research through public outreach.January 4, 2017 Call for submissions: The 2017 International Conference on Residency Education (ICRE)
The International Conference on Residency Education (ICRE) is the world’s largest conference devoted exclusively to advancing residency education.December 1, 2016 MSc in Surgery Public Lecture - December
You are invited to attend the upcoming MSc in Surgery Public Lecture "Physical Activity Levels in Total Hip Arthroplasty Comparing the Direct Interior Approach to the Direct Lateral Approach: A Prospective Cohort Study" presented by MSc in Surgery Candidate, Dr. Abdulaziz AljurayyanDecember 1, 2016 Conversation and Coffee with the Dean
Join Dr. Michael J. Strong for a light continental breakfast and casual conversation. Dr. Strong will share updates and answer your questions on key initiatves underway at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry.November 30, 2016 Perioperative Multidisciplinary Grand Rounds
Dr. Patrick Colquhoun, Associate Professor, Division of General Surgery, presents the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Project (ACS NSQIP).November 28, 2016 Grand rounds - HULC rehab rounds
HULC rehab rounds will be held on Nov. 28, from 7 to 8 am, at St. Joseph’s Hospital Shuttleworth Auditorium, Room D0-104. The topic is To Stabilize nor not to stabilize the Scapula in FSHD, that is the Question presented by Dr. George Athwal, Dr. Thomas Miller, and Dr. Shannon Venance.Open Call for Applications: MSc in Surgery
Applications for 2017-18 are now being accepted. Prospective students of the MSc in Surgery graduate program will find further details about the program on the future students section of the MSc in Surgery website.November 24, 2016 Western Strategic Support For CIHR Success
Targeted at researchers who are not currently holding external CIHR funding or are preparing to submit to a larger CIHR grant.Oct. 31, 2016 Applications Due: Resident/Fellow Travel Award
The deadline to apply for the Resident/Fellow Travel Award is October 31.Oct. 31, 2016 Conversation and Coffee with the Dean
Join Dr. Michael J. Strong for a light continental breakfast and casual conversation. Dr. Strong will share updates and answer your questions on key initiatves underway at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry.Oct. 26 Department of Paediatrics Grand Rounds Presentation
Guest lecturer Magali Fassiotto, PhD, Assistant Dean, Office of Faculty Development and Diversity Stanford University School of Medicine, will be presenting on the topic of "Implicit Gender Bias in Medicine: I Have It. You Have It. What Can We Do About It?"Oct. 19, 2016 Breast Reconstruction Awareness (BRA) Day 2016
Presented jointly by St. Joseph’s Health Care London and London Health Sciences Centre, BRA Day is a national campaign to promote education, awareness and access for women who may wish to consider post-mastectomy breast reconstruction.Oct 12, 2016 LHSC's 2016 President's Award Program
Nominations for the 2016 President's Award program will be accepted anytime until the nomination deadline of October 12.Oct 3, 2015 Fall 2016 Lawson Internal Research Fund (IRF) Competition
Completed applications for both Pilot Studies and Studentship Awards should be submitted electronically to julie.walsh@lawsonresearch.com no later than October 3rd, 2016 at 5:00 p.m.Sep 26, 2016 Department of Surgery IRF Competition
The Fall Junior Faculty IRF competition is now open. The deadline for applications is Monday, September 26, 2016.Sep 2, 2016 2016 Catalyst Grants for Translational Cancer Research Competition
Deadline: Friday, September 2, 2016 at 12:00 NOON.Aug 24, 2016 Trudell Medical Breakfast Symposium
Proceeds from the breakfast will support the Urology Program at St. Joseph’s Health Care London.Aug 18, 2016 MSc in Surgery Public Lecture
"Evaluating the Effects of Patellofemoral Offset Changes and Trochlear Design in Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Radiographic, Visual and Topographical Analysis" will be presented by MSc in Surgery candidate Dr. Jacob Matz.Aug 17, 2016 New Faculty Orientation and the Dean's Welcome Barbecue
Dr. Michael J. Strong, Dean, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and the Office of Hospital & Interfaculty Relations cordially invite newly-appointed faculty members to attend the 2016 New Faculty Orientation.July 15, 2016 Dean's Research Initiative Grant Competition
Deadline for Applications is July 15June 24, 2016 2016 Dr. Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day
The 2016 Dr. Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day will be held on Friday, June 24, 2016 at the Shuttleworth Auditorium.May 30, 2016 MSc in Surgery Public Lecture
"Intra-abdominal Hypertension and Abdominal Compartment Syndrome" Presenter: Dr. Patrick Murphy, MSc in Surgery CandidateOctober 4-8, 2015 History of Surgery Poster Competition
At Clinical Congress 2015, the American College of Surgeons will be holding the inaugural History of Surgery Poster Competition. Submissions are due May 29.June 22, 2015 Annual Resident & MSc in Surgery Student Celebration Dinner
The Annual Resident & MSc in Surgery Student Celebration Dinner will be held on the evening of Monday, June 22 at the FireRock Golf Club in Komoka, ON.June 22, 2015 Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day
The 2015 Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day will be held on Monday, June 22 at the Shuttleworth Auditorium (D0-104) in St. Joseph's Hospital.May 31, 2015 Master Class on Writing Research for Publication
If you are actively writing a research manuscript or scholarly project, this course is for you. This intensive, 2½ day course is jointly offered by the Centre for Education Research & Innovation (CERI) and Continuing Professional Development (CPD). Sunday, May 31 to Tuesday, June 2, 2015 in beautiful Bayfield, ONMay 20, 2015 MSc in Surgery Public Lecture
May 20 at 4:00 p.m. Auditorium B, University Hospital.April 9, 2015 3MT - Three Minute Thesis
MSc in Surgery student, Moustafa Haddara, was selected among the top 20 finalists.March 6, 2015 2015 Awards of Excellence
The deadline to submit nominations is Friday, March 6.March 16, 2015 Mini Fellowship Fund Spring 2015 Competition
The deadline for nominations is Monday, March 16 at 8:00 a.m. Applications should be sent electronically in a single PDF file to meghan.edmiston@schulich.uwo.ca. For more information on the Mini Fellowship Competition please visit the Continuing Professional Development website.September 29 and 30, 2014 MSc in Surgery Public Lectures
MSc in Surgery Candidates presenting in September 2014.June 5, 2024 Dr. Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day
Save the Date: June 5, 2024 The 2024 Dr. Robert Zhong Department of Surgery Research Day will be held on June 5, 2024. This year’s event will have a modified format and begin at noon. Details are still being confirmed and will be released at a later date.
