2026
Dr. Joy Macdermid's research could bring thumb CMC arthritis care to remote comunities
June 18, 2026
The burning, grinding pain of thumb arthritis disrupts daily life for one in four older adults in Canada. Thumb splints can reduce pain and improve hand function, and now, a Western University researcher in London, Ont. is working to bring custom 3D-printed splints to patients who can’t access specialist clinics.Dr. James Johnson recognized for excellence in teaching and mentorship
June 04, 2026
Western Engineering is proud to announce James Johnson, professor in the department of mechanical and materials engineering, has received the 2025 R. Mohan Mathur Award for Excellence in Teaching. The award recognizes faculty members who demonstrate outstanding commitment to student learning, mentorship and educational leadership.Drs. Ruby Grewal, Doug Ross, and Joy Macdermid reach top cited for their paper
June 01, 2026
Vascularized versus non-vascularized bone grafting for scaphoid nonunion without avascular necrosis: a randomized clinical trial. Stacy Fan, Nina Suh, Joy C MacDermid, Douglas Ross, Ruby Grewal. Journal of Hand Surgery (Europe)Dr. Assaf Kadar wins the Linscheid-Dobyns Excellence in Wrist Research Award
January 14, 2026
Congratulations to Dr. Assaf Kadar on winning the Linscheid-Dobyns Excellence in Wrist Research Award for his paper titled Finite Element Analysis Of Different Screw Designs And Lengths In Scaphoid Waist Fracture Fixation with co-authors Amin Kheiran, M. Campbell, J. Tat, D. Langohr, R. Grewal, A. Kaddar. This award is given out annually to recognize the best wrist paper presented at the ASSH Annual Meeting.
