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Side-by-side photos of Dr. Lily DeMiglio, left, and Dr. Eli Orrantia. Dr. DeMiglio stands outdoors on a boardwalk. A marsh is behind her. She wears a white shirt and black glasses. Dr. Orrantia stands outdoors, smiling. He wears a black collared shirt. Flowers and trees are in the background. Photos côte à côte de la Dre Lily DeMiglio, à gauche, et du Dr Eli Orrantia. La Dre DeMiglio est dehors sur une promenade en bois surplombant un marais. Elle porte un chemisier blanc et des lunettes noires. Le Dr Orrantia est dehors et sourit. Il porte une chemise à col noir dans un décor de fleurs et d’arbres.

Marathon Physicians Advocate for Health Care through Research

For Drs. Lily DeMiglio and Eli Orrantia, research is driven by the real-world challenges they face every day as rural physicians and the search for solutions that improve health outcomes. The Marathon-based family doctors study topics including physician recruitment and retention, nursing shortages, and travel for health care. They see firsthand how research makes a difference in health-care practice and government policy. “The goal of our research is to understand the problem, raise awareness, and use our findings as a tool for advocacy to create change,” says Dr. DeMiglio, Associate Professor and NOSM University alumn...

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Side by side headshots of John P. Stenger, left, and Susan Soldan. Stenger smiles slightly and wears glasses and a denim button-up shirt with small white embroidered turtles. Soldan has shoulder-length blonde hair and wears a jacket over a floral shirt. Portraits de John P. Stenger, à gauche, et de Susan Soldan. M. Stenger sourit légèrement. Il porte des lunettes et une chemise en denim à boutons ornée de petites tortues blanches brodées. Mme Soldan a des cheveux blonds qui tombent sur les épaules et porte une veste et une jupe fleurie.

NOSM University Board Reappoints Chair and Vice-Chair

The NOSM University Board of Governors has reappointed John P. Stenger as Chair and Susan Soldan as Vice-Chair, providing continuity and experienced leadership as the university advances its strategic priorities and its vision of health equity across the North. Stenger has provided steady leadership as Board Chair, while Soldan has brought extensive experience to her role as Vice-Chair. Together, they have supported effective governance as NOSM University expands its programs, deepens partnerships, and advances innovation that improves access to health care across the region. Initially appointed to one-year terms in November 2025, ...

NOSM University Medical Learners Connect with Northern Recruiters

An event designed to support physician recruitment in the North brought together NOSM University medical learners and health-care recruiters on Friday, October 23, 2026. The Northern Ontario Community Concierge and Connection Event promoted career opportunities for physicians and training opportunities for medical learners. Studies, including a long-term study at NOSM University, show that medical learners are most likely to stay where they have trained. Recruiters attended from more than 20 communities across Northern Ontario—from Kenora and Sioux Lookout in the Northwest to Hearst, Timmins, and Mattawa in the Northeast. T...

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