A Life of Service: Dr. Jean Anawati Reflects on Rural Medicine and Hopes for the Future
When Dr. Jean Anawati moved to Sturgeon Falls in the 1970s, doctors were few and far between. As a new physician, he and his colleagues were jacks-of-all trades: they delivered babies, managed the emergency room, did rounds at the hospital, and provided care for their community from beginning to end of life. Being a rural physician was demanding—it required versatility and a deep sense of responsibility. Despite the lack of physicians in the area, what stood out to Dr. Anawati most was the disconnect between young people and their engagement with health professional’s education in the region. "I asked the high school guidance coun...
> Read MoreSpotlight on self-compassion research: NOSM University and Lakehead University learners present at international conference
The Mindful Self-Compassion North Research Team set a new milestone with four presentations at this year’s International Congress on Academic Medicine (ICAM) in Halifax–an exciting achievement that reflects the team’s growing impact in the field. The team delivered workshops on several key initiatives, including the launch of new bilingual, evidence-based infographics designed to support clinicians in addressing a range of patient challenges such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, and emotional regulation. They also presented equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) research exploring whether self-compassion courses can help reduce int...
> Read MoreNOSM University Marks a Historic 2025 Convocation
NOSM University proudly celebrates its 20th anniversary with a convocation season filled with milestones and meaning. In ceremonies held in Thunder Bay on May 23 and in Sudbury on May 30, 2025, the University conferred its 1,000th MD degree, while honouring the achievements of 69 new physicians, and 1 Masters of Medical Studies graduate. Marking another historic moment, Dr. Michael Green was officially installed as the second President, Vice-Chancellor, Dean, and CEO since NOSM University became Canada’s only independent medical university in 2022. Presiding over the ceremonies was Dr. Cindy Blackstock, NOSM University’s inaugural...
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