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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...

NOSM University celebrates excellence in health education and leadership across Northern Ontario

In a year that marks its 20th anniversary, NOSM University proudly celebrated the outstanding accomplishments of its community during the third annual NOSM University Achievement Celebration, held Friday, May 9, 2025. This milestone year highlights NOSM University’s two decades of pioneering socially accountable medical education and advancing equitable health care access across Northern Ontario. The Achievement Celebration—held in conjunction with the Northern Constellations and Connections conferences—honoured the exceptional dedication and service of faculty, preceptors, learners, alumni, and staff in health care, research an...