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NOSM Researchers Developing Fast Way to Screen Lakes for Blue-Green Algae
Cyanobacteria, known commonly as blue-green algae, pose a significant health risk for Northern Ontarians, especially for those who draw on lakes for summer recreation or drinking water. Exposure to cyanobacteria can cause vomiting, diarrhea, abdominal pain, difficulty breathing, dizziness, and numb limbs, among other symptoms. For these reasons, many waterways in Northern Ontario face closures due to the growth of blue-green algae blooms. Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) researcher Dr. Joe Eibl, in collaboration with Gerry Dignard of Canadian Shield Consultants, are currently developing a new, faster method of screening lake...
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Eight Departing Board Members Thanked for Contributions to NOSM Governance
The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) held its Annual Members and Board of Directors meetings on Wednesday, September 18, 2013. These meetings were video-linked between the School's West Campus at Lakehead University in Thunder Bay and its East Campus at Laurentian University in Sudbury, with other Directors participating via teleconference. The following members were thanked for their significant contribution to the Northern Ontario School of Medicine, as their terms completed September 18, 2013: Dr. Roy Christopher Allison Ms. Tracy Buckler Mr. Derek Debassige Ms. Jacqueline Dojack Ms. Debbie Lipscombe M...
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NOSM and HSF Announce New Research Chair in Aboriginal and Rural Health
On Monday, September 9, 2013, the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM), Heart and Stroke Foundation (HSF), and the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities (MTCU) introduced Dr. Sheldon Tobe as the new HSF/NOSM Chair in Aboriginal and Rural Health at the NOSM. The creation of the HSF/NOSM Chair in Aboriginal and Rural Health is the result of a significant collaboration and a shared vision between the three organizations. A total of $3 million in funding from HSF and the MTCU, equally shared, has established an endowment that will support the research endeavours of the Chair well into the future. This has been further supp...
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NOSM Announces Three Senior Appointments
The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) is pleased to announce the appointments of Dr. Janice Willett as Associate Dean of Faculty Affairs, Dr. David MacLean as Assistant Dean of Research, and Dr. Owen Prowse as Assistant Dean of Admissions. "Drs. Willett, MacLean, and Prowse have valuable expertise to share with the Northern Ontario School of Medicine's community, and experience that greatly complements the School's vision of Innovative Education and Research for a Healthier North," says Dr. Roger Strasser, NOSM's Dean. "On behalf of NOSM, I congratulate Drs. Willett, MacLean, and Prowse on their appointments, and wish them ev...
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NOSM to Hold Annual and Special Meeting of the Board of Directors
An Annual and Special Meeting of the Members of the Northern Ontario School of Medicine's Board of Directors (NOSM) (the "Corporation") will be held at the offices of the Corporation via two-site tele/videoconferencing, as follows: Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2013 Time: 5:00 p.m. Location: Thunder Bay Northern Ontario School of Medicine West Campus, Lakehead University 955 Oliver Road Advanced Technology and Academic Centre (ATAC), Room 6022 Sudbury Northern Ontario School of Medic...
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NOSM Receives International Award for Excellence in Medical Education
On Sunday, August 25, 2013, the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) was thrilled to receive the prestigious ASPIRE award, which recognizes international excellence in medical education. Medical schools around the world are regulated by accrediting bodies that ensure medical education adheres to high standards. The ASPIRE award was created to recognize medical schools who go above and beyond the requirements of their accrediting bodies to inspire excellence in teaching and learning. Receipt of the ASPIRE award was based on NOSM's success in fulfilling its social accountability mandate - the mission to direct its education, re...
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Medical Student Conducting Research to Improve LGBTQ Health Education at NOSM
Disclosing sexual orientation is often a difficult part of seeking medical treatment for people who identify as LGBTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgendered, queer). Many members of the LGBTQ community report negative experiences when coming out to their health-care provider. According to Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) second-year medical student Cara Collins and her research supervisor Dr. Stacey Ritz, small changes in medical practice can make a big difference. Originally from North Bay, Collins is a recipient of NOSM Dean's Summer Medical Student Research Awards - a grant awarded to NOSM medical students to encourage...
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Medical Students Receive Research Awards Totaling $96,000
The Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM) has awarded sixteen medical students with NOSM Dean's Summer Medical Student Research Awards, valued at $6,000 each. This is the eighth year that NOSM has awarded this grant to qualifying MD students. "Education and research are equally important in improving the health of the people of Northern Ontario," explained Dr. Roger Strasser, NOSM Dean. "We are excited to nurture in our students an interest in scholarly activity, and support projects that are directly relevant to the health issues impacting the people and communities of Northern Ontario." Unique this year is the volume of gran...
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