The Pulse - February 2015
Tonsillotomes and Toothkeys: Exploring changes in the medical and dental practice
Join us on March 5 for a special lunchtime presentation in celebration of Founder’s Day. Shelley McKellar, PhD, will explore the changes in medical and dental practice through the evaluation of historical artifacts and the work of Western University professors and London practitioners...
Commitment to the Community: Dr. Bruce Hill - Enhancing self-esteem through smiles
When Dr. Bruce Hill, adjunct clinical professor, is not instructing with the Graduate Orthodontics program, he is giving back to the community by volunteering his time with the Children’s Aid Society of London and Middlesex...
Awards and opportunities
There are many upcoming award opportunities for faculty and staff, including the 2015 Awards of Excellence. Nominate someone today. The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada is accepting nominations for the Specialist of the Year Award...
Celebrating our achievements
Congratulations to Dr. Lisa Fischer; Dr. Gillian Kernaghan; Yuliya Mulyar; Eduardo Moffa; Dr. Michael Kovacs; Aaron Ward, PhD; the DOCS program; and Schulich Medicine students: Jessica Bryce, Cindy Zhu, Stephanie Mokrycke, Hannah MacKenzie, Daniel Liu, Vanessa DeMelo, Daniel Stojanovic, Maddy Arkle, Rob Bobotsis, and Babak Aberumand...
A commitment to diversity: How the Undergraduate Medical Education program has embraced new ways to live our School's values
One of the standards that will be discussed during accreditation for the Undergraduate Medical Education program will focus on diversity, and how the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry lives this value. Dr. Terri Paul, associate professor, Department of Medicine, believes the School has embraced diversity, and thoughtfully continues the conversation about it by reviewing our policies, curriculum, and support systems to create a learning experience that reflects Canada’s diversity...
From the desk of George Kim: Steady progress continues on the Distributed Education Network Strategic Plan as new stakeholder committees are launched
The Strategic Plan for Distributed Education was released in January 2014. One year later, we have tracked steady progress in achieving the work to support identified goals. Four new committees have been identified and their work will begin in the coming weeks focused on: Learning and Technology; Faculty Affairs, Recognition and Community Engagement; Research; and Quality Management...
The January 2015 Operations Update is now available
The Operations Update will now be distributed through The Pulse. The Operations Update is a monthly email report which includes updates from each of our operational teams and departments as well as an update from the School’s Chief Operating Officer...
Flashback to the era of good vibes and new beginnings
In celebration of Dentistry’s 50th Anniversary, we are taking a look back at each decade of the School’s exciting dental history. Welcome to Schulich Dentistry in the 1970s, a time of energy, optimism and many firsts. Read about the people, achievements and special events that made our first decade memorable...
eduroam Wireless Internet is now available for faculty, staff and students
Secure and fast wireless Internet access with your laptop or smartphone is now available for use at any London hospital and many other participating institutions in Canada and abroad. Users can authenticate using the same credentials as they would at Western University...
Dr. Michael J. Strong has been re-appointed to a second term as Dean of the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry
Beginning July 1, 2015 through June 30, 2021, Dean Strong’s re-appointment was advanced at the recommendation of the Schulich Decanal Selection Committee, which has now received the formal endorsement and approval of the President and Board of Governors...
Website redevelopment ready for Phase Three
The Communications Web Team has started preparation for work with our Phase Three departments and programs. An additional 30 web sites will undergo redevelopment, with an expected launch to happen mid- to late-October of this year...
Profiles of Excellence - Dr. Stewart Harris
To address the mounting diabetes health crisis in First Nations communities, AstraZeneca Canada Inc. has donated $500,000 to Western University in support of the FORGE AHEAD Research Program, led by Schulich Medicine & Dentistry Professor Dr. Stewart Harris...
Dean's Video Newsletter - Code of conduct
In this month's edition of the Dean's Video Newsletter, Dr. Michael J. Strong, Dean, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, discusses the School's Code of Conduct, and what faculty, students and trainees at the School need to know about this important policy...- Discovering the pathways of a curious mind - Andrea Di Sebastiano, PhD
A curious mind is what inspires Andrea Di Sebastiano's fascination with the brain. It also fosters her dedication to the lab and research excellence... - Bringing new life into transplant research - Dr. Terry Zwiep
When Dr. Terry Zwiep isn’t covering night and weekend shifts at the hospital, or making plans for the baby he and his wife are expecting in a few months, you can find him in the lab working toward his Master of Science (MSc) in Surgery... - Keeping up with the kinases - Robert Gros, PhD
Robert Gros, PhD, is a scientist by more than just name and trade. His passion and curiosity are also defining characteristics. “As a medical researcher, I have one of the most interesting jobs,” he said. “It is continually changing and I continue to learn and evolve"... - Resident Spotlight: Gaining inspiration through his work, his family, and his challenges - Dr. Vlad Diaconita
Within a few days of his clerkship rotation, Dr. Vlad Diaconita knew he wanted to pursue a career in Ophthalmology. His inspiration stems from working with a diverse team, improving the quality of health of patients, and simply enjoying work in the Ophthalmology field... - Department Profile: Telling a story through data - Evaluation, Data & Project Management
Stories can bring facts to life. They can help you make sense and order out of a collection of facts. They make it easier to remember key points and can paint a picture of what the future looks like. The UME Division of Evaluation, Data & Project Management has been tasked with the challenge of using data to tell our School’s story... - Video: Schulich Medicine & Dentistry - Bachelor of Medical Sciences Profile
Explore the Bachelor of Medical Sciences program at the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry... - Tips & tricks: Bulk uploads in Cascade
The bulk upload feature in Cascade allows web administrators to upload multiple files such as documents, images and PDFs onto their website in one click... - Upcoming events
The Dentistry 50th Anniversary Kickoff Celebration is quickly approaching. Join the fun on March 10. Guest registration for London Health Research Day is now open...
