LONDON, ON, Sept. 22, 2017 /CNW/ - Second year medical students with an established track record of community leadership, superior communication skills and demonstrated interest in advancing knowledge are recognized today with the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) Award. Each recipient receives a cash prize of $5,000 and a travel subsidy to attend the 2018 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony in London, Ontario on April 12, 2018, where they will have the opportunity to meet CMHF Laureates, and interact with health leaders from across the country.
The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) partners with donors, MD Financial Management and Canada's medical schools to recognize these young leaders who exemplify qualities of CMHF Laureates: perseverance, collaboration and an entrepreneurial spirit.
"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 125 Laureates," said CMHF Board Chair Dr. Bryce Taylor. "The demonstrated knowledge, skill and extraordinary commitment of our Award recipients are truly outstanding, and these future leaders are genuinely deserving of this prestigious honour."
"MD congratulates all of the 2017 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award recipients," said Allison Seymour, MD's Executive Vice President of Member and Community Engagement. "At MD, we understand the financial challenges students can face as they progress through medical school. That's why we're proud to support these awards, which help students financially while also recognizing their leadership achievements. Last year's winners were a testament to the level of achievement among Canadian medical students, and we are committed to doing our part to support these students on their journey to becoming Canada's future
health leaders."
Applicants submitted a 1,000 word essay describing why they should be considered for the Award and articulating the qualities and impact of the CMHF Laureate who inspires them most. Three letters of support were also required, including a non-academic community reference describing impact. Canada's faculties of medicine/health sciences facilitated the review of applicants and each had the opportunity to recommended one award recipient.
Recipient bios, photos and quotes available: READ BIOS HERE
| The 2017 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award recipients are: |
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| PHILIP EDGCUMBE The ICF Films | University of British Columbia CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD |
AMANDA KHAN The Dr. Robert & Sharon Francis | University of Toronto CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD |
| LAUREN CAPOZZI The Marty Kelman & Gilda Tanz | University of Calgary CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD in honour of Saul & Mildred Kelman |
STEVEN BAE The Queen's University CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD |
| FINOLA HACKETT The University of Alberta CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD |
ZACHARY FERRARO The Marty Kelman & Gilda Tanz | University of Ottawa CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD in honour of Saul & Mildred Kelman |
| ALI JAMAL The Dr. Calvin R. Stiller | University of Saskatchewan |
TIANWEI (ELLEN) ZHOU The Dr. Robert and Sharon Francis | McGill University CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD |
| ALYSSA ARCHIBALD The ICF Films | University of Manitoba CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD in honour of Dr. Bryce Taylor |
CHARLES-ANTOINE BARBEAU-MEUNIER The Marty Kelman & Gilda Tanz | CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD in honour of Saul & Mildred Kelman |
| BENJAMIN CASSIDY The Dr. Bryce Taylor | Northern Ontario School of Medicine CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD in honour of Bernie and Marian Taylor |
CAROLINE DALLAIRE-THÉROUX The Marty Kelman & Gilda Tanz | Université Laval CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD in honour of Saul & Mildred Kelman |
| TAVIS APRAMIAN The Charles Tabachnick CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD at Western University |
BRAYDON CONNELL The Dalhousie Medical Alumni Association CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD |
| RONALD LEUNG The Dr. Bryce Taylor | McMaster University CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD in honour of Bernie and Marian Taylor |
MICHAEL BARTELLAS The Charles Tabachnick CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME AWARD
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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 is the only firm exclusively dedicated to the financial well-being of Canada's physicians and their families. MD has more than $46 billion in assets under administration 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]
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