Interim Vice-Dean Indigenous Health ‘optimistic’ in developing new division
Building a new division in the University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Medicine will be challenging, but it’s an aspect of the new role Dr. Janet Tootoosis (MD’99) is anticip...
Distributed medical education boosts number of rural doctors
In her third year of medical school back in 2018-19, Lindsay Richels spent 10 months in Estevan as part of the first cohort of the Saskatchewan Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship (S...
Building health care leaders at the College of Medicine
After months of work and collaboration, a USask College of Medicine (CoM) employee has received the Certified Health Executive (CHE) designation to help guide the college and bette...
’Good Troublemaker': Manuela Valle-Castro roots out bias in medicine
Manuela Valle-Castro remembers growing up in a home where social justice was frequently part of the dinner-table conversation.
Supports for success: Planting the seeds of research growth
Investing in research results in an even larger return, says vice-dean research Dr. Marek Radomski (MD, PhD).
Supporting student wellness
Maintaining a healthy student-life balance while taking a demanding academic course load can be challenging. For students in the School of Rehabilitation Science (SRS), having acce...
Enhanced physical therapy curriculum shines ahead of accreditation visit
One of the most important goals during the accreditation process is ensuring that students are learning the best practices and most up-to-date education.
Building a better College of Medicine
Dr. Manuela Valle-Castro (PhD) is looking to help build a better College of Medicine at the University of Saskatchewan (USask) by addressing complex issues like racism and equity.<...
Developing microbeam radiation therapy for inoperable cancer
An innovative radiation treatment that could one day be a valuable addition to conventional radiation therapy for inoperable brain and spinal tumors is a step closer, thanks to new...
USask awarded $3.6M to tackle opioid withdrawal in babies, improve health care for youth and elderly
Eight University of Saskatchewan (USask) health research projects have been awarded nearly $3.6 million from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) to improve health and...
Top-notch accreditation results for USask College of Medicine
The University of Saskatchewan (USask) College of Medicine has achieved further strong results from the Committee on Accreditation of Canadian Medical Schools (CACMS), meaning a si...
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.
Study links high stillbirth rates worldwide to gender inequality
In the first comprehensive study mapping global patterns of stillbirth rates, University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers have found that pregnant women who are poor and have lo...
MS researcher dedicated to improving lives
In nearly 40 years of investigating how the body repairs its nervous system, Dr. Valerie Verge (PhD) hasn’t found all of the answers yet, but she’s getting closer.
Meet the new Vice-Dean Faculty Engagement
Serving as a liaison between the College of Medicine and all faculty, Dr. Marilyn Baetz (MD’93, FRCPC’98) is already a leader in both the academic and clinical worlds.
Oncology division head focusing on developing research, collaborative network
As division head of oncology at the College of Medicine, Dr. Shahid Ahmed (MD) is looking for ways to encourage more research with cancer patients.
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 M...
Understanding and advocating for miyo-māhcihowin (good health and well-being) among Indigenous Peoples living with Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Despite research about inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in the general population, there is limited-to-no evidence about IBD among Indigenous peoples in Canada.
People Living with MS Eager to Take Part in Research for Increased Physical Activity
College of Medicine researchers Sarah Donkers and Katherine Knox are seeing high recruitment rates for their latest research project -- investigating how people with multiple scler...
Nutrien Chair to lead improved cancer diagnosis and image-guided surgeries
University of Saskatchewan (Usask) medical researcher Dr. Ron Geyer (PhD) has been named the Nutrien Chair in Clinical Research to lead a cutting-edge five-year research program wi...
New Indigenous Health and Wellness team to support health needs in First Nations and Métis communities
A new research group aims to change the narrative around Indigenous health and wellness by giving a stronger voice to Indigenous people.
CFI awards USask researchers $1.3M for new tools to advance health, environment and the economy
SASKATOON — Eight University of Saskatchewan (USask) researchers have been awarded $1.3 million by the Canada Foundation for Innovation (CFI) for state-of-the-art equipment to supp...
USask researchers looking to help transgender patients
A University of Saskatchewan (USask)-led research team is looking to make navigating the health-care system easier for transgender people in Saskatchewan.
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), ...
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.
College staff to learn about Indigenous stories and experiences with health care system
College of Medicine personnel are now taking part in an online course to learn about creating a culturally safe environment for Indigenous people.
SHRF and The Lung Association, Saskatchewan Commit $1M to Respiratory Research Funding
When you can’t breathe, nothing else matters. That’s why two of Saskatchewan’s leading health research funding organizations are looking to the future with a long-term investment o...
Shooting cancer’s messenger: new USask therapy disrupts communication inside malignant cells
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...
Rehab dogs help children with cerebral palsy walk
Dogs can help children with cerebral palsy walk and gain self-confidence and independence, according to new research by the University of Saskatchewan (USask).
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.
Online course promotes Indigenous wellness
Establishing a safe and welcoming environment plays a significant part in providing health care.
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 ...
Children with arthritis lack vitamin D
A new study points to a clear link between childhood arthritis and abnormally low levels of vitamin D, especially in northern countries.
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
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
Usask research may lead to better multiple sclerosis treatments.
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...