2023
Closed for the Holidays
December 20, 2023
Western University will be closed for the holiday break effective December 23, 2022. Western will reopen on Thursday, January 4, 2023.Hong Lin Wang completes her MSc Thesis
December 18, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Hong Lin Wang who recently completed her MSc in Pathology.LPA Holiday Party and Awards of Excellence
December 13, 2023
The London Pathology Associates (LPA) Holiday Party was held on Thursday, December 7 at Bellamere Winery and Event Centre. At the event, the LPA Awards of Excellence for 2023 were awarded to Joelle Maclean and our Lead Pathologists' Assistants: Thom Burberry, Rebecca Glover, and Kara McArthur.Pathology and the Future of AI
December 12, 2023
The year 2023 has seen an explosion in publicly available artificial intelligence models that has everyone – in and outside the lab – wondering what the future holds. As the end of the year draws close, Dr. Matthew Cecchini spoke with his own artificial laboratory assistant – Pathrick – to see the positives, the pitfalls, and the pathological purpose of AI tools.Moheem Halari completes his PhD Thesis
December 11, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Moheem Halari, who has completed his PhD in Pathology.Holiday Movie Night
December 07, 2023
On December 5, following the final SCCT session of the calendar year, the WPA held a holiday movie night to commemorate the end of the semester and the beginning of the holiday season.Mentor-Mentee Meetup + Board Game Night
December 06, 2023
On November 27, Pathology students met at the Grad Club to enjoy an evening of casual chit chat, board games, and food. This event welcomed senior students and newcomers alike and promoted casual conversations between those who attended.Sarah Ryan completes her MSc Thesis
November 30, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Sarah Ryan who recently completed her MSc in Pathology.Low-Income Dental Clinics in London, Ontario
November 24, 2023
Dr. Noha Gomaa was quoted in a story about a Statistics Canada survey that found 35 per cent of Canadians avoided dental visits due to high costs.519Pledge for socks 2023
November 23, 2023
From October 1 to November 15, the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and the Western Pathology Association participated in the annual 519Pledge, a charity that collects socks for those in extreme poverty.Chin-Jung Lin completes the Graduate Diploma Program in Pathology and Laboratory Medicine
November 15, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to congratulate Chin-Jung Lin who has completed the Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Graduate Diploma program.WPA Scholarship Writing Workshop
November 13, 2023
On Tuesday November 7, the WPA held a scholarship writing workshop. This workshop was designed to provide incoming graduate students with the necessary skills to write effective and successful scholarship applications.Recognizing exceptional service and contributions
November 03, 2023
Congratulations to all of the 25 Year Service Award recipients, especially those who reached this significant milestone in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine: Vipin Bhayana, David Driman, Rob Hammond, Tracey Koning, Edward Tweedie. Thank you for your service and commitment to the Department, the Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and Western University.WPA Research Presentation Workshop
November 01, 2023
On Tuesday, October 31, the WPA hosted a Research Presentation Workshop. This event aimed to help PaLM research-based graduate students and fourth-year undergraduates prepare for upcoming presentations.Dr. Quiñones-Mateu’s Inaugural Lab at Western University
October 19, 2023
The beginning of the 2023-24 Fall/Winter Term witnessed the formation of the first Quiñones-Mateu Lab @ PALM/Schulich/Western University. Continuing with his “paying it forward” approach, aimed at providing the same opportunity he had many years ago to as many underprivileged and/or international students as possible, Dr. Quiñones-Mateu has assembled a diverse research group, from different backgrounds and countries.Showdown in Pasta Town the Lasagna Bake Off
October 12, 2023
On October 11, the resident group and Dr. Driman hosted a charity lunch to raise money for the Humane Society London & Middlesex for the ongoing fundraising effort to donate an animal condo for the new animal shelter.Three researchers among new Canadian Academy of Health Sciences Fellows
October 11, 2023
Dr. Cindy Hutnik, Adrian Owen, PhD, and Dr. Carlos Quiñonez have been elected to the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences, recognizing their leadership, academic work and scientific creativity.Expert insight: COVID-19 and what to expect this fall
October 06, 2023
Dr. Sameer Elsayed answers questions about COVID-19, new variants and vaccines.WPA Bowling Night
October 04, 2023
On Thursday September 28, the WPA hosted a bowling night at Palasad SocialBowl. It was a great success and a great turnout of both Pathologists’ Assistant students and research-based students.Graduate Student Orientation 2023
September 29, 2023
We welcomed 27 new graduate students in our Research-based (GDip, MSc, and PhD) and MClSc Pathologists’ Assistant graduate programs at an in-person Graduate Orientation, held on September 15.Welcome Dr. Bojana Djordjevic
September 28, 2023
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Bojana Djordjevic joined our department on September 1, as Pathologist and Associate Professor.Pathology professor contributes to ‘sacred work’ of investigating missing Indigenous children
September 27, 2023
Forensic pathologist Dr. Rebekah Jacques is providing support and guidance to Indigenous families and communities as a member of the National Advisory Committee on Residential Schools Missing Children and Unmarked Burials.Old Friends, New Foes
September 21, 2023
About 20 years ago, they scratched out ideas for a viral vaccine seed bank on a paper napkin. Now, a trio of old friends is finally making it happen, positioning Schulich Medicine & Dentistry as a world leader in the fight against emerging infectious diseases.In major breakthrough, Western, Brown researchers close in on preeclampsia cure
September 15, 2023
Researchers from Western and Brown University have made groundbreaking progress towards identifying the root cause and potential therapy for preeclampsia – a complication in eight per cent of pregnancies and a leading cause of maternal and fetal mortality.Alice Dawson completes the PaLM MSc program
September 14, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Alice Dawson, who recently completed an MSc in Pathology.Tan Ze Wang completes the PaLM MSc program
September 12, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Tan Ze Wang, who recently completed an MSc in Pathology.PaLM Merchandise for Sale
September 11, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Western University is selling PaLM Merchandise once again. Please order by Thursday, September 28, 2023.Canadian Society of Cytopathology Distinguished Service Award
September 07, 2023
At a recent CAP-ACP meeting in Ottawa, the Canadian Society of Cytopathology honoured Dr. Meg McLachlin with its Distinguished Service Award in recognition of Dr. McLachlin’s outstanding work on cervical cancer screening and HPV testing in Canada and her longstanding contributions to Canadian quality assurance and improvement practices in cytopathology.Sevanthi Ravichandran Completes the PaLM MSc Program
September 06, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Sevanthi Ravichandran, who recently completed an MSc in Pathology.Reza Asakereh completes the PaLM MSc program
August 31, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Reza Askakereh, who recently completed an MSc in Pathology.Welcome Dr. Anurag Sharma
August 31, 2023
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Anurag Sharma has joined the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine as an Assistant Professor and Pathologist effective August 16, 2023.Samantha Collings completes her MSc Thesis
August 30, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Samantha Collings, who recently completed her MSc in Pathology.Mackenzie Hsu completes her MSc Thesis
August 29, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Mackenzie Hsu, who recently completed her MSc in PathologyMultidisciplinary initiative to track influenza, other viruses in wastewater
August 28, 2023
Recognizing Western’s excellence in developing robust systems to track and fight global health threats, the government of Ontario has renewed and expanded the university’s wastewater surveillance project to track COVID-19, influenza and other emerging viruses until March 2024.MohdWessam Al Jawhri completes his MSc Thesis
July 13, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to MohdWessam Al Jawhri, who has completed his MSc in PathologyFecal transplants show promise in improving melanoma treatment
July 11, 2023
Using a technique pioneered by a Schulich Medicine researcher, a world-first clinical trial has found fecal microbiota transplants (FMT) are safe and show promise in improving response to immunotherapy in patients with advanced melanoma.Erin Brintnell completes her MSc Thesis
July 06, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Erin Brintnell who recently completed her MSc in Pathology.2023 London Health Research Day
July 05, 2023
The London Health Research Day (LHRD) is an annual event that features outstanding work from labs at Lawson Health Research Institute, Western’s Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry and the Faculty of Health Sciences. Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine would like to extend congratulations to our graduate students who presented their wonderful work at the London Health Research Day, and an additional congratulations to our award recipients.MClSc-PA Program Cake and Tea Celebration 2023
June 29, 2023
Congratulations to our six PA students of the 2023 Graduating Class! On June 29, the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine held a cake and tea reception to congratulate our new graduates, who have completed the requirements of their Master of Clinical Sciences, Pathologists’ Assistant Program.Summer Social and Awards Ceremony
June 29, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine held its second annual Summer Social and Awards Ceremony on June 22, 2023 at Ivey Spencer’s Outdoor Pavilion. It was a lovely evening to come together and acknowledge several awards, honours and professional milestones.The Dr. Subrata Chakrabarti MClSc PA Student Award of Excellence
June 29, 2023
Congratulations to Erik Trautrim, recipient of the Dr. Subrata Chakrabarti MClSc Pathologists’ Assistant Student Award of Excellence.Ronan Anderson completes his MSc Thesis
June 27, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Ronan Anderson, who has completed his MSc in Pathology.Resident and Fellow Cake and Tea Celebration 2023
June 19, 2023
We had much to celebrate at the 2023 Resident and Fellow Cake and Tea Celebration on June 14, 2023! We would like to Congratulate Dr. Sarah Aziz, Dr. Jonathan Keow, Dr. Basma AlYamany, Dr. May-Phyo Nyi Nyi and Dr. Valerie Taylor.Annual Awards of Excellence ceremony brings Schulich Medicine & Dentistry community together
June 12, 2023
The evening celebrated the accomplishments of the 32 award winners who joined the list of more than 450 colleagues who have been recognized since the inception of the awards in 1992.Visionary research chair to change the future of eye care
May 30, 2023
We are pleased to announce that Dr. Cindy Hutnik, Chair/Chief of the Department of Ophthalmology, has been named the inaugural Marcel and Louise Brunette Research Chair in Ophthalmology. The $5-million endowed research chair was made possible by a $2.5M donation by St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation, matched by Western University. The chair will help build research capacity and provide leadership between the hospital and university to forge new discoveries in eye health and eye care.Trauma Patterns Among Pedestrians and Cyclists Involved in a Motor Vehicle Collision
May 10, 2023
Moheem Halari is currently in his fourth-year PhD in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine and studies injury patterns in pedestrian and cyclists fatalities involved in motor vehicle collisions in Ontario under Dr. Michael Shkrum (a forensic pathologist, at Western University and Director of Motor Vehicle Safety (MOVES) Research Team) funded by Transport Canada.Dr. Jessica Shepherd
April 27, 2023
After 23 years of dedicated service, Dr. Jessica Shepherd has retired from the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine effective April 1, 2023. We wish Dr. Shepherd and her family all the very best in retirement.2023 Alumni of Distinction Awards
April 25, 2023
Congratulations to Dr. Mike Shkrum for receiving an Alumni of Distinction Award for Professional Achievement in Medicine. The 2023 Alumni of Distinction Award recipients are international leaders, accomplished scholars, community advocates and trailblazers in their fields. They have upheld the exceptional reputation of the School and represent what is best in our alumni community.2023 Awards of Excellence
April 24, 2023
Congratulations to all of the 2023 Awards of Excellence recipients, including Dr. Michele Weir and Andrew Zhang in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine. We also thank the nomination leads and the peers and learners who submitted letters of support.Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Research Day 2023
April 19, 2023
Our 2023 Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Research Day was held on March 30, 2023. It was a celebration of our achievements in basic and clinical research, and an opportunity to promote inter/intra-departmental and cross-pillar collaborations. It was especially cathartic to see our learners, staff, and faculty in-person after two years of pandemic-related virtual meetings.Western researchers join the call for rational discourse to protect vital virus research
April 18, 2023
“Uninterrupted and watchful scientific research is needed to be ready for the next viral pandemic,” said Quiñones-Mateu, who is Western Research Chair in viral pathogenesis and professor in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Schulich Medicine & Dentistry.Damir Rosic completes his MSc Thesis
April 05, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Damir Rosic, who has completed his MSc in Pathology.Expert Insight: An FAQ on avian flu
April 03, 2023
Avian influenza is a highly contagious viral infection that affects wild and domestic birds worldwide. Schulich Medicine’s Dr. Sameer Elsayed answers questions about the bird flu and its emergence as a public-health threat.$1 million donation by London, Ont. couple aims to expand unconventional cancer treatment
March 31, 2023
Dr. Saman Maleki, a scientist with the heath sciences centre, is the lead researcher for immuno-oncology in London. Maleki says the donation, which is being supported by Ontario Institute for Cancer Research, will help him and his team take the next steps in finding treatments for cancer patients.Study explores link between neighbourhoods and heart health
March 17, 2023
New research looks at national health data, community well-being and neighbourhood information to study effects of social environment on cardiovascular health.Western to be part of new Canada research hub for pandemic preparedness
March 10, 2023
Western’s participation in HI3 is currently led by Miguel E. Quiñones-Mateu, professor and Western Research Chair in viral pathogenesis, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry.Bringing One Health to policy makers in the Asia-Pacific region and G20 Summit
February 28, 2023
Dr. Francisco Olea Popelka worked as part of a multisectoral and transdisciplinary team composed of the Indonesian Ministries of Health, Home and Agriculture and the Association of All Health Offices; the International Union Against Tuberculosis and Lung Disease (The Union); the University of Western Ontario, Canada and the World Organization for Animal Health (WOAH) that convinced this established consortium of mayors, the Asia Pacific Cities Alliance for Health and Development (APCAT), to join forces and adopt and implement a One Health workshop with fellow Asia Pacific regional city and district mayors and decision-makers in preparation for the November 2022 G20 meeting in Indonesia.Dr. Kamilia Rizkalla
February 28, 2023
After 34 years of dedicated service, Dr. Kamilia Rizkalla has retired from the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine effective February 1, 2023.Congratulations to Akeida Elliott-Benjamin
February 28, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Akeida Elliott-Benjamin, who has received the American Association of Pathologists’ Assistants (AAPA) Student Delegate Top Manuscript Winner among the 2022 class of student delegates.Congratulations to Dr. Bertha Garcia
February 27, 2023
Congratulations to Dr. Bertha Garcia for being recognized by the Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada with the AFMC Mentorship award.Bringing Indigenous stories to the table in environmental health policy
February 24, 2023
Gerald McKinley, PhD, will spend a year in the U.S. as a Harkness Fellow. He will study methodologies to bring Indigenous voices to the development of environmental health policy.Jeff Lovell completes his MSc Thesis
February 15, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Jeff Lovell, who has completed his MSc in Pathology. Dr. Mark Darling is Jeff’s supervisor.CAME Rising Star Certificate of Excellence
February 09, 2023
Congratulations to Jonathon Keow, PGY5 for being named a recipient of a Canadian Association for Medical Education (CAME) Rising Star – Certificate of Excellence Award.WHO decision on COVID-19 emergency won’t affect Canada’s response
February 06, 2023
Dr. Sameer Elsayed, an infectious diseases physician and the director adult infectious diseases residency training at Western University in London, Ont., said to his mind the WHO should end the global emergency designation even though the pandemic itself is not over.Black History Month
February 02, 2023
Western acknowledges and celebrates Black History Month, and encourages the campus and London communities to listen, learn and discuss. The Office of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion is pleased to host a number of events throughout February and March celebrating Black excellence. These events are free of charge. Please see event descriptions for more information. Everyone is welcome to attend.Expert Opinion: An FAQ on COVID-19 subvariant XBB.1.5
January 19, 2023
In this piece in the Conversation, Schulich Medicine & Dentistry's Dr. Sameer Elsayed addresses frequently asked questions about the COVID-19 subvariant XBB.1.5, nicknamed ''Kraken.'The COVID-19 virus keeps evolving. These 'disease detectives' are on the case.
January 16, 2023
Researchers look for mutations in the virus's genetic code that might offer a growth advantage. Art Poon is a scientist for the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine, Western University who is watching for variants spreading faster than expected and tracking how COVID-19 moves between countries.Sareh Bagherichimeh completes her MSc Thesis
January 12, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Sareh Bagherichimeh who has completed her MSc in Pathology.Ojan Khosravifar completes his MSc Thesis
January 10, 2023
The Department of Pathology and Laboratory of Medicine would like to offer congratulations to Ojan Khosravifar, who has completed his MSc in Pathology.
