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NOSM University Medical Student Receives Prestigious Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award

Matthew Redmond, a medical student at NOSM University, has been awarded the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) Award for 2025. The award recognizes a second-year student from each medical school across Canada who has demonstrated leadership, academic excellence, and a commitment to collaborative and innovative approaches in health care. “I am very grateful to have received this year’s Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Award and to be able to represent NOSM University in this way,” says Redmond. “There have been so many mentors along the way who have shaped my journey—from sport to the operating room, and everywhere in between...

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New Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs appointed as NOSM University enhances academic leadership and faculty support

NOSM University has named Dr. David MacLean as the new Associate Dean, Faculty Affairs, leading the Human and Medical Sciences Divisions. Dr. MacLean has been a dedicated member of the NOSM University community since 2004, bringing a wealth of experience across faculty, leadership, and governance roles. As a full-time faculty member and researcher, Dr. MacLean has made significant contributions to the University’s MD, residency and Master of Medical Studies programs supporting curriculum development, program innovation, and academic excellence across all phases of learning. Having served as NOSM University’s inaugural Speaker of ...

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NOSM 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...