Investing in Canada's future health leaders with the new Canadian Medical Hall of Fame award for medical students Français
LONDON, ON, Sept. 10, 2015 /CNW/ - The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) partnered with donors and Canada's 17 medical schools to identify young leaders completing their second year of medical school who exemplify the qualities of the Laureates of The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. <The 2015 recipients of The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award for Medical Students are listed on the following page>
"Laureates of The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame cite qualities such as perseverance, collaboration and an entrepreneurial spirit as contributors to their success as national and world health leaders," said CMHF Board Chair Dr. Jean Gray. "With this award we seek to connect Canada's young health leaders to our recognized medical heroes as a source of inspiration and mentorship so that they may also achieve significant impact in their careers."
Students completing their second year of medical school, who demonstrate leadership through community involvement, superior interpersonal and communication skills, academic excellence and an established interest in advancing knowledge, were invited to apply.
Applicants submitted a 1,000 word essay describing why they should be considered for the Award and the qualities and impact of the CMHF Laureate who inspires them the most. Deans of the faculties of medicine/health sciences facilitated the review and each recommended one award recipient.
"We are very grateful to our donors and our program sponsor MD Financial Management for their generosity and investment in Canada's future health leaders and innovators," said Dr. Bryce Taylor, CMHF Vice Chair.
"I'd like to congratulate all 17 recipients of the inaugural Canadian Medical Hall of Fame awards," said Mike Gassewitz, MD's Executive Vice President of Member Solutions. "At MD, we know how expensive medical school is. We are pleased to be able to help the CMHF recognize the hard work and potential of these future Canadian health leaders, and support them with an award that will hopefully help take some of the worry out of their finances and leave them able to focus on their studies."
Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award recipients receive a significant cash award over two years and a travel subsidy to attend The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame 2016 Induction Ceremony on April 14, 2016 in Hamilton. They will have the opportunity to meet Laureates of The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame and interact with health leaders from across the country.
The 2015 recipients of The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award for Medical Students are:
| ANDREA JONES, University of British Columbia |
LAURA BOSCO, Queen's University |
| DAVID CHAPMAN, University of Alberta |
LAITH ISHAQ, University of Ottawa |
| FARAH LADAK, University of Calgary |
ANNICK GAUTHIER, McGill University |
| SCOTT ADAMS, University of Saskatchewan |
CHÉRINE ZAÏM, Université de Montréal |
| SHAYNE REITMEIER, University of Manitoba |
PHILIPPE ROBERT, Université de Sherbrooke |
| ANDREW FERRIER, Northern Ontario School of Medicine |
DAVID BERGERON., Université Laval |
| MATTHEW QUINN, Western University |
MATTHEW TO, Dalhousie University |
| MOLLY WHALEN-BROWNE, McMaster University |
DESMOND WHALEN, Memorial University of Newfoundland |
| USMAN TARIQUE, University of Toronto |
ABOUT THE CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME
Established in 1994, The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) is a national charitable organization that fosters future generations of health professionals through the celebration of our country's rich medical history, scholarship and awards program, and the delivery of both local and nationwide education programs for youth. Each year, up to six individuals are recognized for their extraordinary contribution to improving the health of Canadians and people world-wide. The stories of the laureates are showcased on our website www.cdnmedhall.org and in our Exhibit Hall and Laureate Theatre, located in downtown London, ON.
ABOUT MD FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT
Owned by the Canadian Medical Association, MD Financial Management's only business imperative is to enhance physicians' financial outcomes by focusing on their distinctive needs and operating in their best interests. MD has more than $40 billion in assets under administration and is dedicated to serving Canada's physicians and their families. MD provides financial products and services, the MD Family of Funds and investment counselling services through the MD Group of Companies. For a detailed list of these companies, visit md.cma.ca.
SOURCE Canadian Medical Hall of Fame
Lissa Foster, Executive Director, 519.636.0660 [email protected]; Recipient bios, photos and quotes available: www.cdnmedhall.org/2015awardrecipients
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