Department of Medicine - Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences

Dr. Kevin Waschke Appointed Associate Chair of Wellness

ada.prunescu@mcgill.ca — Wed, 16 Jul 2025 17:51:56 +0000

The �鶹ɫ��Ƭ Department of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Kevin Waschke as the new Associate Chair of Wellness, effective July 1, 2025.

Recognized for his leadership in therapeutic endoscopy and medical education, Dr. Waschke now shifts his focus to another critical priority: the wellbeing of our academic and clinical community.

In Case You Missed It: 2025 High Value Healthcare Symposium Recap

ada.prunescu@mcgill.ca — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 16:16:51 +0000

On Tuesday, June 10, 2025, we hosted our annual �鶹ɫ��Ƭ Department of Medicine High Value Healthcare Symposium, bringing together members of the research and medical community for a day of insightful presentations, dynamic discussions, and trainee-led innovation. This year’s event saw strong engagement with 60 attendees joining us in person at the RI-MUHC and an additional 50 participants connecting virtually.

Dr. Linda Ofiara Honoured with 2025 Program Director Leadership Award

Ada Prunescu — Thu, 12 Jun 2025 15:08:55 +0000

We are proud to announce that Dr. Linda Ofiara, Program Director of the �鶹ɫ��Ƭ Adult Respirology Residency Program, has been awarded the 2025 Program Director Leadership Award by the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences at �鶹ɫ��Ƭ.

Dr. Claire Godard-Sebillotte Featured in the Gazette for Dementia Care Research

ada.prunescu@mcgill.ca — Fri, 06 Jun 2025 18:07:30 +0000

We’re proud to highlight the important work of Dr. Claire Godard-Sebillotte, recently featured in The Montreal Gazette. Dr. Godard-Sebillotte, assistant professor in the Division of Geriatrics and geriatrician at the Montreal General Hospital, co-led a study on how socioeconomic status affects dementia care in Quebec.

Dr. Marta Kaminska Appointed MUHC Division Director of Respiratory Medicine

ada.prunescu@mcgill.ca — Thu, 05 Jun 2025 17:30:52 +0000

The �鶹ɫ��Ƭ Department of Medicine is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Marta Kaminska as the new MUHC Division Director of Respiratory Medicine, effective July 1, 2025.

Drs. Ruxandra Bunea, Alexander Ni, Rafid Haidar and Luc Moleski receive UGME Teaching Excellence Awards

ada.prunescu@mcgill.ca — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 20:16:34 +0000

Congratulations to Drs. Ruxandra Bunea, Alexander Ni, Rafid Haidar and Luc Moleski on receiving the 2023–24 Undergraduate Medical Education Teaching Excellence Awards.

Dr. Stella Daskalopoulou receives Hypertension Canada Senior Investigator Award

ada.prunescu@mcgill.ca — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 20:14:44 +0000

Congratulations to Dr. Stella Daskalopoulou, Professor of Medicine at �鶹ɫ��Ƭ, on receiving the Hypertension Canada Senior Investigator Award. The award recognizes research in hypertension or blood pressure by an individual. Recipient must have made or is currently making significant contributions to the advancement and extension of knowledge in basic, clinical, health services or population-based research specifically relating to hypertension or blood pressure.

Dr. Andrea Blotsky receives Osler Award for Outstanding Teaching

ada.prunescu@mcgill.ca — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 20:13:32 +0000

Congratulations to Dr. Andrea Blotsky, Assistant Professor of Medicine and attending physician at St. Mary’s Hospital Center, on receiving the Osler Award for Outstanding Teaching. Chosen by senior medical students, this award recognizes a faculty member who has made an exceptional contribution to their medical education. Dr. Blotsky was honoured during the Spring Convocation ceremony “A” on May 27. Read more.

Le Devoir Profiles Dr. Natalie Dayan’s Push for Inclusive Clinical Research

Florence Morin-Martel, Le Devoir — Tue, 03 Jun 2025 20:07:53 +0000

A recent Le Devoir profile highlights the work of Dr. Natalie Dayan, obstetrician and Associate Professor in the Department of Medicine, who is leading national efforts to safely include pregnant and breastfeeding women in clinical trials. Through her initiative, PregTrial, Dr.

Division of Nephrology representing �鶹ɫ��Ƭ on the national stage

Ada Prunescu — Fri, 23 May 2025 17:50:58 +0000

The �鶹ɫ��Ƭ Division of Nephrology had a lot to celebrate this spring, with national recognition for our faculty and trainees alike.