Teaching award reinforces the importance of work being done at the Regina Campus
Dr. Calvin Tsui recognized for excellence as a medical education teacher with a 2025 Regina Campus Teaching Award.
Dr. Kathy Lawrence receives the Ian McWhinney Family Medicine Education Award
Dr. Kathy Lawrence selected as the 2024 Ian McWhinney Family Medicine Education Award winner.
Mutual trust between teacher, student paramount to success
USask Distinguished Teacher Award winner honoured for the recognition.
USask Convocation: From quitting high school to completing PhD
College of Nursing Knowledge Keeper and Indigenous Student Advisor Dr. Kathleen McMullin (PhD) completes doctorate program.
College of Medicine members honoured by the Saskatchewan Medical Association
Four members of the College of Medicine have been recognized with awards from the Saskatchewan Medical Association.
Building a culture of appreciation at the College of Medicine
The College of Medicine is celebrating the staff and faculty recipients of its 2023-24 college awards.
Gold Medal grad inspired to serve others
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.
USask honours 2024 teaching award winners
Teaching excellence at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) will be celebrated on June 18 as part of the USask Staff and Faculty Awards event.
College of Medicine members honoured with AFMC awards
Three members from the College of Medicine have received the prestigious 2024 Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada (AFMC) Awards.
USask medical student recognized with leadership award
Indiana Best's dedication to leading and advocating for her peers and community earned her recognition at the Indigenous Student Achievement Awards in March.
Shelley-May Neufeld: Living Our Values
The College of Medicine Staff Awards recognize outstanding staff across the college who go above and beyond in their roles.
Overcoming the odds to receive one of Canada’s highest honours
When he arrived in Canada, Dr. Haissam Haddad (MD) was told he had less than a one per cent chance of ever working in the country’s medical system.
Inman receives Spirit of the College Award
Congratulations to Dr. Mark Inman (MD) on receiving the 2023 Louis Horlick Spirit of the College of Medicine Award!
USask honorary degree recipient accepts highest honour from university 50 years after enrolling in medical school
Fifty years to the day after accepting an offer to the University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Medicine in 1973, Dr. John Conly (MD) accepted an Honorary Doctor of Science degree during the June 8 Spring Convocation ceremonies at Merlis Belsher Place.
USask honours teaching excellence
Three College of Medicine faculty are being recognized for outstanding contributions to teaching at the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
Leader in Indigenizing research recognized with USask honorary degree
A Sixties’ Scoop survivor who has endured racism and trauma, Sharon Jinkerson-Brass never imagined she would one day walk across a stage to receive an honorary doctorate.
USask graduate student passionate about community engagement
A graduate student at the University of Saskatchewan's College of Medicine has been recognized for community engagement at the Indigenous Student Achievement Awards Ceremony.
Medical students honoured with Indigenous Student Achievement Awards
Two medical students from the University of Saskatchewan’s College of Medicine were honoured at the Indigenous Student Achievement Awards Ceremony on March 9.
Amy Winik: Figures it Out and Gets it Done
The College of Medicine Staff Awards recognize outstanding staff across the college who go above and beyond in their roles.
Leaders in discovery: five USask researchers honoured with top provincial health awards
College of Medicine researchers have received Santé Awards from the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation for research excellence.
Recognizing excellence in teaching
Dr. Kelsey Brose (MD) is the 2021 College of Medicine Excellence in Teaching Award recipient. This annual award recognizes exceptional teaching practices and significant contributions to the teaching mission of the college. Brose is an assistant professor in the Division of Oncology.
Leading with kindness
Shannon Bay is one of the first people you’ll be greeted by when entering the University of Saskatchewan’s (USask) College of Medicine’s undergraduate medical education (UGME) office in Saskatoon. Her warm smile and kindness make everyone who walk through the office doors feel welcome and appreciated.
Distinguished professor Rosenberg recognized with Saskatchewan Order of Merit
Dr. Alan Rosenberg (MD’74) has been presented with significant accolades on provincial and university levels, recognizing decades of patient care, research, teaching, and outstanding achievements.
Department of Pediatrics: Team Achievement
At the beginning of 2020, the Department of Pediatrics was experiencing a transition in leadership and administration.
USask honours faculty members named distinguished professors
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) honours professors from across campus for their exceptional achievements in research, scholarly or artistic work.
Cindy Mathews: Living Our Values
In the spring, the College of Medicine put out a call for nominations for awards to recognize staff members at the college who go above and beyond.
Bruna Bonavia-Fisher: Invaluable Facilitator
Faculty members within the biomedical sciences departments voiced their enthusiastic support to nominate invaluable research facilitator Bruna Bonavia-Fisher in the Create-it category for the 2022 College of Medicine Staff Awards.
USask’s Dr. Vivian Ramsden (PhD) elected Canadian Academy of Health Sciences Fellow
University of Saskatchewan (USask) researcher Dr. Vivian Ramsden (PhD) will be inducted today as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS), one of the highest honours for a health scientist in Canada.
Cathy Cuddington: Advocacy in Action
In the spring, the College of Medicine sent out a call for nominations for awards to recognize staff members at the college who go above and beyond.
Stephanie Kehrig: Living our Values
In the spring, the College of Medicine sent out a call for nominations for awards to recognize staff members at the college who go above and beyond.
The Drs. Shashi and Pravesh Suri Awards in Undergraduate Medicine: An Ambition Realized
Two Regina physicians were inspired to make a difference for medical students.
Pathology professor recognized with lifetime achievement award
After significant contributions and dedication to a career of cancer research, Dr. Rajendra K. Sharma (SOM, PhD, DSc, FRSA) has been recognized with a Lifetime Achievement Award by the Saskatchewan Association of Laboratory Medicine.
Internationally recognized Parkinson’s disease researcher honoured with Achievement Award
The Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF) announced the winners of the 18th annual Santé Awards to celebrate top health scientists in the province.
An award that comes full circle
Barb Smith, administrative assistant in the Department of Academic Family Medicine, is the recipient of the 2021 Sydney Inskip Service Award.
USask surgeon nationally recognized for educational excellence
University of Saskatchewan (USask) surgeon Dr. Trustin Domes (MD, MEd) has been awarded the John Provan Outstanding Surgical Educator Award.
USask to celebrate distinguished honorary degree recipients
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) will honour two individuals who have made major contributions to their communities and the country, with special tributes during this year’s virtual Fall Convocation online celebration.
USask researcher named a fellow of the Royal Society of Canada
University of Saskatchewan (USask) researcher Dr. Malcolm King (PhD) has been named a fellow in one of Canada’s oldest and most prestigious national institutions.
USask medical student part of an inspiring new generation of health leaders and innovators
University of Saskatchewan third-year medical student Amira Muftah has been selected to receive the 2021 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) Award.
CMHF recipient an advocate of harm reduction, trauma-informed care
Third-year medical student Jessica Froehlich was named as one of this year’s Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) recipients.
Family recovery inspires USask student
When Kaili Gilroy’s aunt suffered a traumatic brain injury, the recovery process she witnessed first-hand gave her insight into her future career.
College of Medicine researchers recognized for excellence in research
Five College of Medicine researchers and their teams have been recognized for their excellence in research by the Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation (SHRF).
2019 Fall Convocation award recipients
More than 900 degrees, diplomas and certificates will be awarded to University of Saskatchewan (USask) students at the annual Fall Convocation ceremonies on Wednesday, Nov. 13 at Merlis Belsher Place.
Graduate college awards recognize Indigenous student leadership
University of Saskatchewan (USask) Indigenous students Indiana Best and Cindy Deschenes have been awarded $20,000 each by the College of Graduate and Postdoctoral Studies (CGPS) to honour their leadership in the areas of public health and mental health.
Medical student receives Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award
A University of Saskatchewan (USask) medical student is among 17 individuals who are part of a new generation of health leaders and innovators.
Physical therapy students earn national award for successful online Shinerama campaign
When three master of physical therapy (MPT) students volunteered to work on the Shinerama campaign in 2018, their main goal was to revamp the social media campaign.
Researchers celebrate tri-council funding successes
Thirteen researchers within the College of Medicine have successfully received project grants from across the Tri-Council agencies — Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR), Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council (NSERC) and Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC).
Indigenous Wellness program receives national recognition for ingenuity and innovation
An online course designed to help shed light on Indigenous experiences with the health care system is being recognized on a national scale.
CoM faculty demonstrate 'exceptional skill’ in resident education
Six faculty members have been selected to receive Excellence in Teaching Awards from the Resident Doctors of Saskatchewan (RDoS).
CPTE program director recognized as provincial leader in physiotherapy
Dr. Stacey Lovo Grona (PhD) was surprised when she learned she was being recognized for her work as program director for Continuing Physical Therapy Education (CPTE).
La Ronge rural family physician Dr. Sean Groves named 2019 SMA Physician of the Year
Dr. Sean Groves (MD) has been selected as the Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) 2019 Physician of the Year.
Family medicine resident receives leadership award
Second-year resident Dr. Mira Pavan has been named the recipient of the 2019 Society of Rural Physicians of Canada (SRPC) Resident Leadership Award.
Aboriginal Achievement: Award winner hopes to make a difference in her community
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 strengthened her resolve as a physician and an advocate.
Medical hall calls on Dr. Dosman
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.
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.
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 to health challenges facing the province.
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 Medical Hall of Fame for contributions to medicine and the health sciences that have led to extraordinary improvements in human health.
Medical school receives international ASPIRE award
The College of Medicine was recently recognized with a major award at a prestigious international conference.
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 the 2018 Association for Medical Education in Europe conference, in Basel, Switzerland.
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
Four U of S students awarded prestigious Vanier Scholarships
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.
USask researchers win CAS award for work on patient safety
The researchers have interviewed over 200 anesthesiologists across Canada. Many underestimated the risk of airway cuffs pressure beyond safe range.
U of S student wins CPHA award for researching Saskatoon children’s physical activity
This work holds the potential for helping the design and development of neighbourhoods that encourage active living in all seasons in the city.
Alumni establish award in employee's memory
A staff member's spirit is kept alive thanks to the generousity of two alumni
Kate Elliott is paving a path for Indigenous students in medicine
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 Week.
Medicine student honoured with national Indspire Award
Third-year MD student Josh Butcher was recently recognized as one of three national Youth Indspire Award winners
Students keep Dr. Raazi on his game
Anesthesiology professor wins Certificate of Merit from Canadian Association of Medical Education