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David J.A. Jenkins, DM DPhil DSc CMHF

WebDr. Jenkins’ work represents the triumph of diet as part of preventative health care. Among his many honours and appointments, Dr. Jenkins is a Professor in the Departments of …

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Hans Selye, MD PhD CMHF

WebThe father of biological stress research. Dr. Selye’s initial discovery of the stress syndrome was based on the demonstration that the body nonspecifically responded in virtually the …

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Understanding the Body and Disease Process CMHF

WebUnderstanding the Body and Disease Process. Basic science research (sometimes called bench research) comprises disciplines such as biochemistry, microbiology, physiology, …

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Exciting Careers in Health Sciences CMHF

WebJobs that focus on health and disease prevention, cure and treatment fall into this cluster: doctors, nurses, pharmacists, physio therapists, medical personnel, hospital …

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Health Policy CMHF

WebThe World Health Organization (WHO) defines health policy as the “decisions, plans, and actions that are undertaken to achieve specific health care goals within a society.” …

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Sir William Osler, MD CMHF

WebBeloved educator and brilliant pathologist. One of the most influential early leaders in medicine, Sir William Osler was a mentor to thousands of students in his lifetime. His …

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Heinz E. Lehmann, MD CMHF

WebA pioneer in psychiatric clinical investigation. Dr. Heinz Lehmann has helped shape modern psychiatric care by recognizing the impact of two different drugs on the …

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Roberta Bondar, MD PhD CMHF

WebRoberta Bondar is Canada's first woman astronaut and the world's first neurologist in space (NASA MISSION STS-42, January 1992). Even before her selection to the Canadian …

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The Honourable Marc Lalonde CMHF

Web2004 INDUCTEE The Honourable Marc Lalonde Health Policy, Public Health, Health Promotion & Advocacy. The Honourable Marc Lalonde. Born: July 26, 1929. (L’Île-Perrot, …

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Cheryl Rockman-Greenberg, MDCM CMHF

WebDr. Cheryl Rockman-Greenberg is a passionate advocate for accessible patient care, no matter how rare the disorder, no matter how remote a patient may be from the centres of …

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Women in Medicine CMHF

WebThe presence of women in medicine, particularly in surgery and as physicians, can be traced to earliest human history. However, it was only at the start of the 20th century that most …

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John Dirks, MD CMHF

WebAs a clinician-scientist, Dr. Dirks has made major contributions in renal physiology and served in leadership positions in medical faculties across Canada. He has also nurtured …

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Norman Bethune, MD CMHF

WebA tireless champion of medical excellence and health care for all peoples. Norman Bethune is most remembered for his use of the mobile blood transfusion unit, which saved many …

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T. Jock Murray, MD CMHF

WebAn outstanding physician, builder, and mentor. Over his long career, Dr. Murray has made many important contributions to MS research and education both nationally and …

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David Naylor, MD DPhil CMHF

WebAwards & Honours: 2011: Honorary LLD, Western University. 2010: Honorary DSc, University of Manitoba. 2006: Officer of the Order of Canada. 2005: Foreign Associate …

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The Honourable Thomas Douglas CMHF

WebOne of Canada’s most respected visionary politicians. The Honourable Thomas "Tommy" Douglas envisioned, built and tirelessly promoted our national system of healthcare. His …

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Sir Wilfred Grenfell, MD CMHF

WebAn adventurer and selfless builder of health services in Newfoundland. When Dr. Wilfred Grenfell first arrived on the coast of Labrador in 1892, he was astonished by what he …

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