Gratitude, Change—and Filling Up Bowls
Spring is in the air, and so is change! Foremost, I want to extend my sincere and heartfelt thanks to our leadership, staff, faculty, and learners. I suspect I do not acknowledge you enough. Acknowledging team members for their dedication and work is not just a nicety: it's a fundamental aspect of effective leadership and team dynamics. When team members feel recognized and appreciated for their contributions, it fosters a positive work environment, boosts morale, and enhances overall productivity and engagement. I am incredibly proud of NOSM University’s leadership—VPs, Vice-Deans, Associate and Assistant Deans, Directors, Man...
> Read MoreNOSM University hosts virtual Earth Day celebration “Investing for People and Planet”
Join us for a virtual Earth Day event and learn how your financial investments can make a positive impact on the planet. NOSM University Planetary Health Lead Dr. Elaine Blacklock and special guests from the financial sector will discuss “Investing for People and the Planet: The Impact of Investments on an Individual’s Carbon Footprint.” The event is open to the public. Watch it live on YouTube @NOSMtv on Monday, April 22 from 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. Learn more at nosm.ca. – 30 – NOSM University is Canada’s first independent medical university and one of the greatest education and physician workforce strategy success stor...
> Read MoreDr. Elaine Blacklock reflects on her planetary health work, offers practical steps to aspiring climate leaders
In 2015, Dr. Elaine Blacklock wanted to get involved in climate action but wasn’t sure how she could make a difference. Times have changed for the Sudbury pediatrician and NOSM University Assistant Professor, who is now NOSM University’s planetary health lead, the Chair of the Action on Climate Change Committee, and a columnist with the Sudbury Star. “I think about climate change as a parent, and I think about it as a pediatrician,” Dr. Blacklock says. “My patients are young. We, as a society, think it’s right and good to invest money, time, and effort in their health care, yet we send them into a world that’s increa...
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