Outstanding accomplishment of future health leaders recognized by the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

LONDON, ON, Oct. 3, 2016 /CNW/ - The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) partners with donors, MD Financial Management and Canada's 17 medical schools to recognize young leaders who exemplify qualities of CMHF laureates: perseverance, collaboration and an entrepreneurial spirit.

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. 

"We set out to establish a medical student award of excellence that would hold the kind of recognition that membership in the CMHF does for our 119 laureates," said CMHF Board Chair Dr. Bryce Taylor. "The demonstrated knowledge, skill and extraordinary commitment of our Award recipients are truly outstanding, and these 17 future leaders are genuinely deserving of this prestigious honour."

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 most. Canada's faculties of medicine/health sciences facilitated the review of applicants and each recommended one award recipient.

"Inspiring and investing in Canada's future health leaders fits well with our mandate to honour excellence, preserve history and connect generations," said Lissa Foster, CMHF Executive Director. "We are grateful to our donors and MD Financial Management for their commitment to Canada's future health leaders."  

"MD is proud to once again support the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Awards, and would like to congratulate all of the winners selected for 2016," said Allison Seymour, MD's Executive Vice President of Member and Community Engagement. "MD understands the financial challenges students can face as they progress through medical school, which is why we support an award that assists students financially, while also recognizing their leadership achievements. The winners of last year's inaugural awards were a testament to the level of achievement amongst Canadian medical students, and we are committed to doing our part in supporting these students on their journey to becoming Canada's future health leaders."

Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award recipients receive a significant cash award and a travel subsidy to attend The 2017 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in May 2017 in Québec. They will have the opportunity to meet CMHF Laureates and interact with health leaders from across the country.

Recipient bios, photos and quotes available: www.cdnmedhall.org/2016awardrecipients                                            

The 2016 recipients of the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award for Medical Students:

DANIEL RAFF	SARAH SILVERBERG
The ICF Films / University of British Columbia	The Mary & Brendan Calder / University of Toronto
CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD	CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD
in honour of Dr. Bryce Taylor	in honour of Dr. Paul Bernick
JULIANNA DEUTSCHER	ADAM MOSA
The University of Alberta	The Queen's University
CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD	CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD
MARGUERITE HEYNS	HEATHER MCDONALD
The Marty Kelman & Gilda Tanz / University of Calgary	The Marty Kelman & Gilda Tanz / University of Ottawa
CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD	CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD
in honour of Saul & Mildred Kelman	in honour of Saul & Mildred Kelman
DYLAN GINTER	DOULIA HAMAD
The Anthony S. Fell	The Marty Kelman & Gilda Tanz / McGill University
CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD	CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD
in honour of Dr. Nizar Mahomed	in honour of Saul & Mildred Kelman
(University of Saskatchewan)
	XIYA MA
DOROTHY YU	PRIX « Mary et Brendan Calder / Université de Montréal »
The ICF Films / University of Manitoba	TEMPLE DE LA RENOMMÉE MÉDICALE CANADIENNE
CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD	en l'honneur du Dr Paul Bernick
in honour of Dr. Bryce Taylor
	SARAH HÉBERT-SEROPIAN
ANGELA CESCON	PRIX « Tony et Vita Altomare / Université de Sherbrooke »
The Tony & Vita Altomare	TEMPLE DE LA RENOMMÉE MÉDICALE CANADIENNE
CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD	en l'honneur du Dr Bryce Taylor
in honour of Dr. Bryce Taylor
(Northern Ontario School of Medicine)	JADE CHÉNARD-ROY
	PRIX « Tony et Vita Altomare / Université Laval »
AMANDA SAUVÉ	TEMPLE DE LA RENOMMÉE MÉDICALE CANADIENNE
The Marty Kelman & Gilda Tanz / Western University	en l'honneur du Dr Bryce Taylor
CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD
in honour of Saul & Mildred Kelman	ALLAN KEMBER
	The Charles Tabachnick
PETRA HROCH	CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD
The Anthony S. Fell	(Dalhousie University)
CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD
in honour of Dr. Michael Baker	ANTHONY MAHER
(McMaster University)	The Charles Tabachnick
	CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD
	(Memorial University of Newfoundland)

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 programs, and the delivery of both local and national education programs for youth. Annually, up to six individuals are recognized for their extraordinary contribution to improving the health of Canadians and people world-wide. This enduring tribute to Canada's medical heroes is showcased on the CMHF website www.cdnmedhall.org  and in a portrait gallery, exhibit hall and media 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]