The Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program, offered through the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Medicine, will welcome its first cohort of students this fall.
There are over 7,000 rare diseases worldwide, with more being discovered every year. One in 12 Canadians has a rare disease, with children representing two-thirds of those cases. Unfortunately, the lack of treatment options means that 75 percent of children with a rare disease will not live to see their tenth birthday.
Researchers are still discovering more about the fundamental building blocks of human cells and a University of Saskatchewan (USask)-led research project is exploring microproteins and their role in defending against viruses.
Since its humble beginnings at the Saskatoon airport, the School of Rehabilitation Science at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) has been a cornerstone of high-quality physical therapy education and research for students from across the province.
Dawson Holt knew it would be difficult balancing his ambition to be a physician with his mission to win a championship with the Huskies.
Dr. Brianne Philipenko (MD) was midway through her respirology fellowship in Calgary when the COVID-19 pandemic shut down the city.
The human immune deficiency virus (HIV) first entered public consciousness in the early 1980s, after cases of unfamiliar and deadly illnesses began to overwhelm medical centres across North America.
We're sharing the top news stories from the College of Medicine for 2024.
A new evidence-based resource has been launched to help eliminate hepatitis C as a public health threat in the Prairie provinces.
Many clinicians are anticipating the massive wave of impact Artificial Intelligence (AI) will have on the field of medicine. But instead of watching from the shore, Dr. Stephen Lee (MD) is jumping right in.
USask graduate and veterinary toxicologist Dr. Barry Blakley (BSc’70, Sc’71, DVM’75, MSc’77, PhD) made a big impact in his profession and in the classroom. After passing away in March from pancreatic cancer, his legacy continues through ocular donations and student scholarships.
In this episode, we catch up with Dr. Sarah Forgie (MD), the new dean of the College of Medicine.
Dr. Kathy Lawrence selected as the 2024 Ian McWhinney Family Medicine Education Award winner.
USask Distinguished Teacher Award winner honoured for the recognition.
For many university students, Fall Convocation represents a culmination of hard work, perseverance and late nights.
When she wasn’t studying, Amélia Katherine Gagnon—and her dog—supported students, health-care workers and patients
College of Nursing Knowledge Keeper and Indigenous Student Advisor Dr. Kathleen McMullin (PhD) completes doctorate program.
Four members of the College of Medicine have been recognized with awards from the Saskatchewan Medical Association.
Students in the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Medicine can participate in a breadth of summer research projects within the college, at both Saskatoon and Regina campuses.
A behavioural neuroscientist in Saskatoon is uncovering important truths about cannabis's effects on fetal brain development.
The town of Canora is supporting its rural older adults to live well by developing a local primary care memory clinic delivered by health providers in the community.
A new fellowship at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is helping address health needs across the world.
A Breast Cancer Awareness Month discussion with Dr. Mita Manna (MD) — University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Medicine faculty member and medical oncologist.
An ambitious simulation exercise at the University of Saskatchewan Clinical Learning Resource Centre is addressing the need for disaster management curriculum in Canadian emergency medicine residency programs.
USask graduate and honorary degree recipient Dr. Richard Ehman (BSc’74, MD’79, DSc’00), a Mayo Clinic radiologist and researcher, reflects on his university education and his impactful career in medical imaging.
New treatments for promoting nerve cells regrowth in those with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) are inviting optimism after pre-clinical trials at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
Dr. Jim Dosman (BA'59, MD'63, MA'69) has been recognized with a 2024 University of Saskatchewan (USask) Lifetime Achievement Award.
A top University of Saskatchewan (USask) health researcher renowned for her work in Indigenous wellness is now a fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS).
Everybody ages – but new research at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) is exploring both how aging damages cells and how that aging might be countered.
What if a key to improving children's health and learning outcomes lies in the food they eat at school?
SASKATOON – Applications open this fall for the new Master of Physician Assistant Studies program (MPAS) that begins next year in the College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan (USask). The program, one of the few of its kind in Canada, will begin in September 2025 with a cohort of 20 learners.
A team of University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers believe that iron metabolism could be targeted to treat an aggressive form of cancer.
Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF) and MS Canada’s $599,000 Investment.
Even as a teenager, Dr. Juan-Nicolás Peña-Sánchez (MD, PhD) could see stark differences in health for those who had medical coverage — and those without, thanks to his stepfather, an emergency department physician.
Understanding the interactions between microbes and their hosts can lead to new therapeutic strategies for major bacterial threats.
The answers to a crucial connection between the gut and the brain of individuals dealing with Crohn’s disease might lie in tiny, lab-grown brain and intestine organoids at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
University of Saskatchewan (USask) kinesiology students are gaining real-life experience working as part of a health care team at West Winds Primary Health Centre in Saskatoon, SK.
The Government of Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) have announced the recruitment of pediatric gastroenterologist Dr. Rabin Persad, who will begin practicing in Saskatchewan this fall. He will also serve as a faculty member in the College of Medicine.
The Canadian Centre for Rural and Agricultural Health (CCRAH) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) partnered with industry to conduct much-needed research at the annual Ag in Motion outdoor agricultural show.
Dr. Linda Chelico (PhD) is the new head of the College of Medicine’s Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology.
"When I got into medical school, the last thing in the world I wanted to be was a surgeon because I couldn't stand the sight of blood," said Dr. Mike Moser (MD).
Life-saving technology speeds heart attack response times.
A pediatrician, scholar, and esteemed educator, Dr. Sarah Forgie (MD) is the new dean of the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Medicine.
Retired Math Teacher Supports Dr. Ron Geyer’s Alzheimer’s Research
As an undergrad, Dr. Daniel Fuller (PhD) didn’t have a car, nor was he keen on taking the bus.
In the alumni ranks of the College of Medicine, certain narratives stand out, not only for the achievements earned, but for the familial bonds that intertwine graduating classes.
Saskatchewan students will soon have more opportunities to train at home through two new domestic health care programs.
The College of Medicine is celebrating the staff and faculty recipients of its 2023-24 college awards.
Researchers from across the University of Saskatchewan (USask) have received funding for a variety of creative and innovative projects through the Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NSERC) Discovery Grants program.
From the laboratory to saving lives, this episode brings together three outstanding researchers from the University of Saskatchewan’s Department of Anatomy, Physiology, and Pharmacology (APP) as they discuss their work and its implications for cardiac care.
A childhood diagnosis transformed Dr. Teagan Holt’s (MD) life. Inspired to care for others, Holt has now received her medical degree at the University of Saskatchewan (USask), graduating at the top of her class.
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) has chosen Dr. Sarah Donkers (PhD), assistant professor in the School of Rehabilitation Science in USask’s College of Medicine, as the 2024 New Researcher awardee for her sustained and widely acclaimed contributions to neurorehabilitation and multiple sclerosis (MS) rehabilitation.
Eighty years ago today on June 6, 1944, the D-Day Allied assault on the Normandy beaches in France helped turn the tide of the Second World War. But the invasion came at a terrible cost of lives lived and lost – including former University of Saskatchewan student Major John (Jack) Vernon Love – and grieving loved ones left behind.
The PESTA award recognizes scholars who excel in research that engages with the community to address issues related to social, environmental and economic impacts.
Teaching excellence at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) will be celebrated on June 18 as part of the USask Staff and Faculty Awards event.
Every disease has a burning question, and multiple sclerosis (MS) is no exception. Researchers at the University of Saskatchewan take an innovative and collaborative approach to solving the enigma of disease progression in people living with MS – and how it can be slowed or stopped.
University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers Dr. Changiz Taghibiglou (PhD) and Dr. Sara Mardanisamani (PhD) are bridging biology and data science to develop a new, non-invasive AI screening tool for those at risk for Alzheimer’s disease.
Dr. Jacob Alhassan (PhD) felt inspired to study health systems while growing up in Ghana. His work in Saskatchewan led him to explore the health outcomes tied to public transportation.
A University of Saskatchewan (USask) symposium aims to provide frontline workers with strategies to identify and address potentially violent situations and support victims of violence.
A University of Saskatchewan (USask) research team’s discovery of the additional health benefits of an appetite-suppressing protein has doubled the potential for scientists to find new avenues for treating obesity and metabolic disorders in animals and people.
The Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation (JPCHF) and the University of Saskatchewan (USask) are joining forces to improve children’s health through greater investment and emphasis on pediatric education and research.
Using an innovative new method, a University of Saskatchewan (USask) researcher is building tiny pseudo-organs from stem cells to help diagnose and treat Alzheimer’s.
Janna Ethier recently received national recognition for her work supporting residents in the Department of Medicine's Core Internal Medicine program.
The honorary title of distinguished professor recognizes exceptional achievements in research, scholarly, and artistic work.
A rare cell type in the airways of the lungs may lead to new and innovative cystic fibrosis treatments.
Three members from the College of Medicine have received the prestigious 2024 Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada (AFMC) Awards.
Dr. Terry Klassen (MD) takes the helm as the new Provincial Department Head of Pediatrics.
Indiana Best's dedication to leading and advocating for her peers and community earned her recognition at the Indigenous Student Achievement Awards in March.
Researchers from the University of Saskatchewan (USask) are developing a comprehensive health and rights program in Mozambique.
Dr. Sabira Valiani (MD) was one of the frontline physicians working inside Saskatoon’s critical care units four years ago, during the initial lockdowns of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dr. Simranjeet (Sim) Singh (BSc’18, MD’22) found a sense of community at the University of Saskatchewan
Researchers with the Canadian Centre for Rural and Agricultural Health (CCRAH) at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) are testing movement and functional abilities for patients’ post-surgical treatment of breast cancer.
Three learners from the College of Medicine and the School of Rehabilitation Science were recognized at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) Indigenous Student Achievement Awards Ceremony on March 6.
Each year, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) recognizes the achievements of Métis, First Nations and Inuit students, staff, faculty and alumni during Indigenous Achievement Week (IAW). The College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (CGPS) is proud to celebrate two exceptional graduate students receiving Indigenous Student Achievement Awards this week: Nathan Oakes (Department of Community Health and Epidemiology) and Doris Wesaquate (College of Kinesiology).
Improving patient’s cancer treatments and minimizing side effects is the focus of new research at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) which aims to explore an innovative and potentially life-changing treatment targeting the most aggressive form of breast cancer.
Health care research projects at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) ranging from breast cancer treatments to pandemic preparedness have been awarded funding in the latest round of Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) grants.
Following years of collaborating with other universities to train dermatology residents for Saskatchewan, the University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Medicine will welcome its first resident into its newly accredited dermatology program in July 2024.
Dr. Haissam Haddad (MD) inadvertently horrified his family when he signed up for engineering courses in his first year of university. The teenager returned the next day to change his major to medicine – a move he's glad he made.
When it comes to cancer research, scientists like Dr. Humphrey Fonge (PhD) know they are always working against the clock for patients who often don’t have the benefit of time.
It was a bitterly cold day in December 2012, when two First Nation women from northern Saskatchewan stepped off the bus in Saskatoon. One had travelled 12 hours, the other seven, both to see physiotherapist Dr. Stacey Lovo (PhD) for back pain.
Dr. Hassan Vatanparast (PhD) and other University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers were honoured for their contributions to health research at the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF) Santé Awards on Jan. 25.
In the heart of the Health Sciences Building, Dr. Amanda Hall (MD) studies a tray of organoids under a microscope.
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Medicine and the University College of Medical Sciences (UCMS) at the University of Delhi have signed a partnership agreement that will enhance the work and outcomes of both institutions.
Dr. Angelica Lang (PhD) knows most of the people she sees have to keep working, even if they have shoulder pain.
SASKATOON – University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers are developing models to more accurately determine the effects of cannabis on consumers.
A significant transformation in the structure and approach of operations for the benefit of the entire community.
Osteoporosis is often seen as a disease that affects older adults. But compared to their peers, kids with Type 1 diabetes grow into adults eight times as likely to suffer bone fractures.
With the start of the new year, Dr. Marilyn Baetz (MD) became interim dean of the University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Medicine for a one-year term, or until a new dean is appointed.
For Dr. Gord Cuddington (MD) and Cathy Cuddington, giving back to their community has never been a question. Now, they’re hoping to inspire others to step up and support vital projects that will benefit everyone in Saskatchewan.
The Clein's generous gift to the College of Medicine is both a testament to their kindness and an inspiring story.
Connective Issue is the annual College of Medicine digital magazine.
As the global fight against HIV and AIDS continues, this challenge is particularly evident in Saskatchewan, where HIV infection rates are more than five times the national average.
On a cool October morning Dr. Nana Yaw Amo Broni finished an overnight shift at the Weyburn Hospital and went to the clinic, where he saw patients until almost noon, before heading home for sleep and time with his children, and then returning for another night at the hospital.
Dr. Valerie Verge (PhD) was in her early twenties when she landed her first job, doing neuroscience research and she loved it. But 43 years ago, her research journey began to take a twist.
Dr. Evyn Peters (MD) has created pivotal changes for patients arriving at Royal University Hospital's (RUH) mental health short stay unit and its emergency department.
By the end of grade eight, Dr. Wendie Marks (PhD) was sure about one thing: she knew she wanted to study health and the way early-life development affected the human body.
