Culturally safe, positive, empowering birth
By: Farha Ahktar
Saskatchewan mothers shaping research aimed at improving the birthing experiences of Indigenous women
Dr. Vicki Holmes: A career of caring
By: TARYN RIEMER
Dr. Vicki Holmes (MD'73) is now retired from her medical career and is taking advantage of her free time by spending it with family, golfing and painting. Although she describes he...
Family medicine resident receives leadership award
By: Kristen McEwen
Second-year resident Dr. Mira Pavan has been named the recipient of the 2019 Society of Rural Physicians of Canada (SRPC) Resident Leadership Award.
Microbiologist refocuses research on the practice of teaching
By: Meghan Sired
Faculty across the University of Saskatchewan (USask) are working together to publish research on teaching.
PULSE: Peers share knowledge and give back in new mentorship program
By: Colleen MacPherson for the Saskatchewan Medical Association
The realization that students at different points in their medical training have a great deal to teach each other, and learn from each other, led Adam Neufeld to develop an innovat...
Aboriginal Achievement: Award winner hopes to make a difference in her community
By: Girard Hengen for the Saskatchewan Medical Association
Medical student Annette Pegg grew up on Kawacatoose First Nation and in inner-city Regina where she witnessed abuse, addictions and intergenerational trauma. Her experiences have s...
Health care team eases access to care for kids in La Ronge
By: Christine Spetz
There’s one thing Dr. Pat Blakley always does before she travels to La Ronge.
USask study on opioid use offers solutions
SASKATOON – Better coordination of existing services, a one-stop shop with supervised consumption, and a crisis response plan paired with a long-term provincial strategy are all ne...
Shooting cancer’s messenger: new USask therapy disrupts communication inside malignant cells
By: USASK RESEARCH PROFILE AND IMPACT
SASKATOON – A new breast-cancer treatment which shoots the messenger within cancer cells and halts the growth of tumours is being developed at the University of Saskatchewan (USask...
Reading software saves students from stumbling over medical terminology
By: Kristen McEwen
Reading is one requirement for studying that is nearly universal for all students. Sometimes students need alternative ways to remember that information.
Medical hall calls on Dr. Dosman
By: Kristen McEwen
Though he’s known as the “father of agricultural medicine,” Dr. James Dosman (MD) didn’t have rural health care in mind when he started his career in medicine.
Medical students reflect on advocacy and giving back
By: Kristen McEwen
One Day for Students is the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) annual day of giving, where the campus community, alumni, donors and friends are invited to make a special donation...
USask researcher creates new medical imaging technology
SASKATOON – As health care has evolved, medical imaging such as X-rays, CT scans, ultrasounds and MRIs have become increasingly important for diagnosis and treatment of patients. T...
CoM researcher looks to collaborate on metabolic and neuroscience research
By: Kristen McEwen
When Dr. Scott Widenmaier (PhD) accepted his faculty appointment at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), he anticipated working with the strong network of neuroscientists on cam...
Rehab dogs help children with cerebral palsy walk
By: USASK RESEARCH PROFILE AND IMPACT
Dogs can help children with cerebral palsy walk and gain self-confidence and independence, according to new research by the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
Engaging learners a key part of SASKSONO19
By: Kristen McEwen
Ahead of the upcoming SASKSONO19 conference, clinicians, medical students and residents are preparing for the fundamental sessions – with the emphasis on fun.
Colorectal cancer cells killed by ‘assassin’ antibody, USask team finds
By: USask Research Profile and Impact
A novel treatment for advanced colorectal cancer—using a radioactive antibody that attaches to cancer cells and kills them—is being developed by researchers at the University of Sa...
USask researchers awarded $4.9 million for Indigenous health research, HIV and cancer
Six College of Medicine (CoM) researchers with projects focusing on cancer, HIV and Indigenous health have received $4.85 million from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (C...
CoM physician selected as ‘Educator of the Year’
Dr. Paul Olszynski (MD) has been recognized for his outstanding contributions to ultrasound education for residents in Saskatchewan and across the country.
College of Medicine employee recognized for outstanding research expertise
By: Amanda Woroniuk
College of Medicine (CoM) research facilitator Dr. Bruna Bonavia-Fisher (PhD) has been selected as the recipient of the 2018 Sydney Inskip Award.
USask researchers receive more than $1.2 million to support patient-driven research
Research teams will be using funding to investigate health challenges such as improving lung cancer diagnosis with artificial intelligence and improving care for those living with ...
Award-winning paper on low back disorders published in Physiotherapy Canada
The study collected data from Saskatchewan farmers in their daily tasks
USask discovery may help improve CF treatment
By: USask Research Profile and Impact
A University of Saskatchewan medical research team has made a groundbreaking finding with potential to lead to more effective, longer-lasting and better-tolerated treatments for cy...
Study looks at arthritis and eye inflammation in children
By: Kristen McEwen
About eight per cent of children who have arthritis also have uveitis – inflammation of the eye.
Morgan co-authors Canadian dementia care assessment
The Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS) six-person expert panel recommended seven priorities in developing the national dementia strategy.
USask researchers visit Parliament to highlight need for more cannabis research
By: Sarah Vermette
Two researchers from the University of Saskatchewan were in Ottawa recently to help inform policymaking related to medical cannabis use and veterans.
The Country Doctor
By: Amanda Woroniuk
“I always wanted to be a country doctor,” said Dr. Joe Golumbia (MD’48), reflecting on his career as a family physician, which took him to communities across the prairies.
How a three minute conversation can launch a research collaboration
By: Farha Ahktar
Researchers and patients recently gathered at a speed-networking event hosted by the Saskatchewan Centre for Patient-Oriented Research. In Patient-oriented research – or POR – pati...
Cross-continental connections
By: Amanda Woroniuk
Support between a donor alumnus and student blossoms into a friendship
Online course promotes Indigenous wellness
By: Kristen McEwen
Establishing a safe and welcoming environment plays a significant part in providing health care.
How robots are helping doctors save lives in the Canadian North
By: Ivar Mendez
It is the middle of the winter and a six-month-old child is brought with acute respiratory distress to a nursing station in a remote community in the Canadian North.
Fighting the opioid crisis
By: Amanda Woroniuk
One alumnus is on the front lines helping to battle the opioid epidemic.
Usask health research leaders honoured with SHRF awards
School of Rehabilitation Science associate professor Dr. Brenna Bath (PhD) was one of 10 University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers honoured for providing innovative solutions ...
University of Saskatchewan launches new mental health training program for physicians
SASKATOON – A new training program that will better equip physicians to assess and treat mental health conditions in children and youth is launching this week in Saskatoon.
Children with arthritis lack vitamin D
By: Alan Rosenberg, Hassan Vatanparast, and Sarah Finch
A new study points to a clear link between childhood arthritis and abnormally low levels of vitamin D, especially in northern countries.
Top of the class
By: Amanda Woroniuk
Rebecca Lascue (MPT’2018) is a student leader, accomplished theatre performer and gifted musician. She’s also the top graduate in the Master of Physical Therapy (MPT) Class of 2018...
Students experience being doctors for a day
By: Kristen McEwen
A group of Grade 9 students had the chance to experience what it was like to be a doctor during “Take Your Kids to Work Day” on Nov. 14.
Study sheds light on low asthma rates in rural children
By: Federica Giannelli
An interdisciplinary study has found that rural parents had to travel 30 minutes longer to access healthcare for their children, compared to their city counterparts.
Medical students reflect on volunteering at FSIN celebration
By: Kristen McEwen
As part of their education and training, medical students learn to give back and take part in community events.
Code Orange
By: Ashleigh Mattern
The Humboldt Broncos bus accident rocked the hockey world and beyond. What role did alumni in the Saskatchewan Health Authority take in the face of the tragedy?
U of S and James Smith Cree Nation explore joint research and health care initiatives
SASKATOON – The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) College of Medicine, James Smith Cree Nation (JSCN), and JSCN Medical Clinic LP have signed an MOU to collaborate on initiatives...
Medical students chart new learning path
By: Kate Blau
Three medical doctor students at the U of S are making some Saskatchewan medical learning history.
USask study hones in on causes of MS disability
By: FEDERICA GIANNELLI
Usask research may lead to better multiple sclerosis treatments.
Future physician in key position for Huskies
By: James Shewaga
Medical student Greg Buckley is proving to be just what the doctor ordered, if you will, for the U of S Huskie men’s soccer team.
Bourassa envisions exciting future for IIPH at U of S
By: SARATH PEIRIS
Relocating the national Institute of Indigenous Peoples’ Health (IIPH) to the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) from Sudbury, Ont., opens up exciting opportunities for both the i...
U of S ‘Father of Agricultural Medicine’ named to Canadian Medical Hall of Fame
University of Saskatchewan (U of S) Distinguished Research Chair Dr. Jim Dosman—the ‘father of agricultural medicine in Canada’—is among six Canadians named today to the Canadian M...
Midwifery linked to lower odds of birth complications for low-income women
New research from the University of Saskatchewan (U of S) and the University of British Columbia (UBC) is adding new evidence in support of midwives as a safe option for prenatal c...
Non-epileptic seizure patients getting ‘lost in system’
SASKATOON – About 2,000 patients in Saskatchewan and 72,000 across Canada experience seizure-like episodes unrelated to epilepsy, but nearly half aren’t receiving followup care, ha...
Medical school receives international ASPIRE award
By: Kate Blau
The College of Medicine was recently recognized with a major award at a prestigious international conference.
Ground-breaking MS discovery could lead to better treatment
SASKATOON – A new discovery in multiple sclerosis research, that nerve cells in the brains of MS patients contain stress granules that appear to contribute to nerve cell death, cou...
U of S to host CIHR Institute of Indigenous Peoples’ Health
The University of Saskatchewan (U of S) will soon become the new home of the Institute of Indigenous Peoples' Health (IIPH)—one of 13 institutes of the Canadian Institutes of Healt...
U of S to host scholars from New Zealand
By: SHANNON BOKLASCHUK
A delegation of a dozen Maori scholars and artists from New Zealand will visit the University of Saskatchewan campus later this month as part of an international trip to Canada.
International ASPIRE award presented to U of S College of Medicine
SASKATOON – The College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan has been recognized internationally through the 2018 ASPIRE-to-Excellence Award in Social Accountability at th...
Researchers provide new insights into fate of Franklin Expedition
Synchrotron studies of bone and teeth have led a multi-institution team of scientists to conclude that lead poisoning did not play a pivotal role in the deaths of crew members of t...
Communities that inspire
For Dr. Veronica McKinney, health is much more than just delivery of services.
Preparing U of S health-care students for the new reality of end-of-life care
Two years ago, the federal government dramatically changed the health-care landscape by providing patients with the right to choose medical assistance in dying.
Improving concussion tests and treatment
By: JAMES SHEWAGA
Imagine a portable and inexpensive sideline or roadside test to quickly and accurately determine if you have suffered a concussion in a game or car accident, and a hand-held device...
Dr. Janet Tootoosis firmly grounded in family and rural roots
A College of Medicine alumna and clinical professor brings her health care experience to her rural family medicine practice and the Saskatchewan Health Authority Board of Directors
CoM grads honoured with Alumni Acheivement Awards
Drs. Suzanne Yip (MD'60) and Ivan Jen (MD’60) will be recognized for outstanding contributions to the medical profession and the community
Kimber family tree deeply rooted in the University of Saskatchewan
From the family farm in southwestern Saskatchewan 70 years ago, to a mountaintop wedding in beautiful British Columbia in June, the Kimber family has been connected to the Universi...
Four U of S students awarded prestigious Vanier Scholarships
By: FEDERICA GIANNELLI
2018 Vanier Canada Graduate Scholarships have been awarded to four top University of Saskatchewan PhD students working in health, water and feral horse conservation research.
U of S awarded $2.4M for Indigenous healthcare, stroke recovery, and cancer research
SASKATOON – Two Indigenous health initiatives are among four University of Saskatchewan (U of S) research projects awarded more than $2.4 million by the Canadian Institutes for Hea...
Low oxygen therapy has high potential for spinal cord patients
By: LYNNE GUNVILLE
Expose patient to low oxygen levels intermittently for short time periods. Combine with rehabilitative training. Repeat. They’re simple instructions for treating people and animals...
Faculty development research day a success
By: Amanda Woroniuk
The annual research day showcased medical education research and scholarship
Indigenous cancer care, MS among U of S research projects awarded $1.8 million
Several researchers from the College of Medicine are among those awarded Establishment Grants and research fellowships from the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation
USask researchers win CAS award for work on patient safety
By: FEDERICA GIANNELLI
The researchers have interviewed over 200 anesthesiologists across Canada. Many underestimated the risk of airway cuffs pressure beyond safe range.
U of S College of Medicine granted full accreditation
Saskatchewan’s medical school has achieved full accreditation of its undergraduate program from the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS). The result was c...
U of S student wins CPHA award for researching Saskatoon children’s physical activity
By: FEDERICA GIANNELLI
This work holds the potential for helping the design and development of neighbourhoods that encourage active living in all seasons in the city.
Incidence of epilepsy in Indigenous population double the national average
University of Saskatchewan (U of S) researchers have discovered that the incidence of epilepsy in the Canadian Indigenous population is twice that of non-Indigenous Canadians.
Fix for synchrotron research flaw could improve results
College of Medicine and College of Arts and Science researchers have worked together to fix a research glitch for the synchrotron.
U of S study targets enzyme’s role in breast cancer
By: FEDERICA GIANNELLI
With one in nine women expected to develop breast cancer during her lifetime, someone close to you could get the potentially fatal disease, as University of Saskatchewan graduate s...
Rehabilitation research is on the move
By: Amanda Woroniuk
Exciting research is being conducted in the School of Rehabilitation Science, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary work
U of S researchers receive funding to improve health care systems and practices
Three University of Saskatchewan researchers are among six recipients of the Patient-Oriented Research Leader Awards.
Alumni volunteer highlight
By: Amanda Woroniuk
Dr. Charles Simpson (MD’71) is a Saskatoon-based obstetrician and gynecologist. Retired from clinical practice, he continues to teach as a clinical professor in the Department of O...
Alumni establish award in employee's memory
By: Amanda Woroniuk
A staff member's spirit is kept alive thanks to the generousity of two alumni
Innovative ACU's making a difference
Accountable Care Units: Offering improved patient care and unique opportunities for student learning
Researchers target the most aggressive of breast cancers
By: University Communications
More than 25,000 women in Canada are diagnosed every year with breast cancer, with no specific therapy available to target the most aggressive sub-type called triple-negative breas...
New research partnership makes childbirth safer in Mozambique
By: Nazeem Muhajarine
As the world awakens to deep injustices for women globally, an ambitious project led by University of Saskatchewan researchers in Mozambique is striving to reset the course — reduc...
New U of S CIHR awards help improve health of Canadians
The University of Saskatchewan has been awarded six project grants totalling $4.45 million in the fall 2017 competition of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research, nearly doubli...
CoM students deliver big at charity auction
By: Marg Sheridan
An annual tradition, College of Medicine students and the Student Medical Society of Saskatchewan went all-out in February for their Charity Auction Night.
Seven CoM researchers earn SHRF Collaborative Innovation Development grants
Total of 12 grants awarded to University of Saskatchewan researchers
Medical school, advocacy a natural fit for CoM student
By: Marg Sheridan
It’s been a few months since she was named one of CBC’s ‘Future 40’, but Jacqueline Carverhill’s world hasn’t changed much.
Ice cream rounds help to sweeten residency
By: Marg Sheridan
It’s not a new program, but it’s one that’s relatively new to the College of Medicine, and the hope is that a successful trial-run with the pediatric residency program will turn it...
Kate Elliott is paving a path for Indigenous students in medicine
By: University Communications
This week the University of Saskatchewan is celebrating the successes and contributions of Métis, First Nations and Inuit students, staff and faculty through Indigenous Achievement...
Residency program pioneer honoured
By: Amanda Woroniuk
Dr. Vincent Matthews' legacy lives on in the College of Medicine.
Improving Indigenous health
By: Lesley Porter
It’s been a busy first few weeks on the job for Dr. Alexandra King. But she wouldn’t have it any other way.
Physicians highly involved in new health authority
By: Kate Blau
Five CoM physicians are taking on leadership roles with the new Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA)
Remote imaging advances medical diagnoses
By: Federica Giannelli
Patients in remote communities are a step closer to getting ultrasound imaging without having to travel long distances.
New study takes a look at student food insecurity
By: Marg Sheridan
Limited finances for post-secondary students can sometimes lead to an increase in food insecurity.
Big night for CoM researchers at SHRF awards
By: Marg Sheridan
The 14th annual Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation Santé Awards celebration honoured three College of Medicine researchers, and served to highlight the impact of health resear...
Solving the mysteries of life
By: Lana Haight
The Canadian Light Source (CLS) is celebrating two milestones reached by scientists who have conducted research at the national facility at the University of Saskatchewan.
Welcome to the School of Rehabilitation Science
By: University Communications
A lot has changed in the 50 years since the first class of physical therapists graduated from the University of Saskatchewan back in 1967, with another major change coming in the s...
HIV virus fighter linked to cancer mutations
By: Federica Giannelli
University of Saskatchewan researchers have found the onset of breast, lung and other cancers may be connected to malfunctions of the immune system as it combats specific viruses s...
Honourary alumnus commander
By: Amanda Woroniuk
Not many budding physicians envision themselves one day joining the military, moving halfway around the world and being deployed to Middle East war zones. But that’s exactly the pa...
Drawing a curriculum road map
By: Marg Sheridan
Dr. Regina Taylor-Gjevre, the assistant dean curriculum, has been busy drawing a program road map for the CoM's MD students