August 2014 Newsletter

  • decorative imageCommitment to the Community with Dr. Richard Philp
    Dr. Richard Philp, professor emeritus, Physiology and Pharmacology, devoted years of his life to educating students. It's that same enjoyment and connection he felt while teaching that makes volunteering his time as an art instructor a rewarding commitment...

  • decorative imageAwards and opportunities
    Take a look at the numerous research and education awards and opportunities that are available this fall...

  • decorative imageCelebrating our achievements
    Join us in congratulating Jane Rylett, PhD; along with Joan Binnendyk; Dr. Timothy Doherty; Kevin Dueck; Martin Duennwald, PhD; Vidushi Khatri; Jay Loftus; Gary Shaw, PhD; Priya Sivarajah and Matthew Woods on their achievements...

  • decorative image Homecoming 2014 offers something for everyone
    Get ready - Homecoming 2014 is almost here. Alumni will be welcomed home and have the opportunity to enjoy numerous events and activities – from the traditional annual offerings to new lectures and tours, there is something for everyone...

  • decorative imageAlzheimer’s advocate Victor Garber to headline Leaders in Innovation Dinner
    Victor Garber, one of the most respected and talented actors of his generation, will be the featured guest at the 2014 Leaders in Innovation Dinner on November 20...

  • decorative imageSee the Line a huge success
    Professional athletes, medical researchers, and clinicians shared the spotlight at the 2014 See the Line symposium. All came with the common goal of reducing the number of sports-related concussions in Canada through education and research...

  • decorative imageAccreditation 2015 news: Mock Accreditation date rescheduled
    The Mock Accreditation for the Undergraduate Medical Education program has been rescheduled from October 2014 to early January 2015...

  • decorative imageWe Speak/We Act – One year later
    It was the summer of 2013 when the results of the We Speak survey were shared. One year later, the We Act Team at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry has made great progress on their work and the planned actions to follow-up on the survey...

  • decorative imagePhase two of website redevelopment project is well underway
    Schulich Medicine & Dentistry is past the halfway point of the School’s three-year website redevelopment project. The Communications & Marketing Team successfully launched three updated websites in August...

  • decorative imageIn the news: Caffeine may reduce tinnitus risk
    Schulich Medicine resident Dr. Jordan T. Glicksman’s new study shows caffeine may reduce tinnitus risk via The New York Times...

  • decorative imageJane Goodall headlines University event
    Dr. Rick Quinn, adjunct faculty member at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry and co-founder of Docs4GreatApes is proud to be bringing Jane Goodall – world-renowned scientist and foremost expert on chimpanzees to Western University...

  • decorative imageJW warmly welcomes residents
    On June 27, 2014 residents started their programs at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry. JW, Western's mascot greeted them at the annual lunch. Check out the slideshow...

  • Resident Spotlight: Dr. Michael Pariser – Taking aim at pain
    Even before 32-year-old Dr. Michael Pariser officially completes all his medical training, he has become a pioneer in Canadian medicine. The Ingersoll native is one of the first medical residents in Canada to begin training in the newly accredited pain medicine residency program...

  • Robarts Research Institute: Terry Peters, PhD – A view inside the brain
    Can Terry Peters, PhD, give surgeons X-ray vision? Not quite. But he’s working to equip them with the next best thing...

  • Student Profile: Adrienne Elbert – The best is yet to come
    Adrienne Elbert, MD/PhD Candidate, is a 2012 Vanier Scholar, but she’s still looking forward to achieving bigger and better things...

  • Department Profile: Meet the Communications and Marketing Team
    The Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry Communications and Marketing Team strives to promote the School's research and education excellence through a variety of communications vehicles...

  • Faculty & Staff BBQ photo slideshow
    The 2014 Faculty & Staff BBQ offered the perfect environment for colleagues to socialize, build team spirit and reflect upon the amazing contributions that our faculty and staff make on a daily basis...

  • ALS Ice Bucket Challenge videos
    The ALS Ice Bucket Challenge has taken the School by storm. Watch as Dr. Strong, Dr. Tithecott and the Medicine Class of 2017 each accept the challenge...

  • Tips and tricks for branding
    Are you looking to create a quick poster for your upcoming event? Check out these helpful branding tips and tricks from the Communications department...

  • Upcoming events
    Take a look at our upcoming events. Jane Goodall, Homecoming 2014 and the Leaders in Innovation Dinner are quickly approaching...