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Recruitment Process (MPREP-0200) Recruitment – Academic Credits (MPREP-0201) Performance Remediation and Dismissal (MPREP-0210)
Recruitment Process (MPREP-0200) Recruitment – Academic Credits (MPREP-0201) Performance Remediation and Dismissal (MPREP-0210)
Support the Future of Health-care in Northern Ontario NOSM University’s residency programs are shaping the next generation of skilled and compassionate physicians dedicated to serving Northern, rural, remote, and Indigenous communities. These residents train in unique, community-based placements—often far from home—and face significant financial challenges throughout their education. By donating you provide critical financial support … Continue reading Donate to the Residency & Postgraduate Programs
Rylee Wepruk is a proud resident of Northwestern Ontario and a 2011 graduate of the Dietetic Practicum Program (DPP). She began her career as a Dietitian at the diabetes program in Sioux Lookout, where she stayed for seven years and made many happy memories. While Sioux Lookout played a significant role in her professional journey, … Continue reading Rylee Wepruk
CampMed, NOSM University’s flagship summer program, is more than just a camp—it’s a transformative first step on the journey toward a career in health care. Hosted on both campuses in Thunder Bay and Sudbury, CampMed invites high school students from rural, remote, Indigenous, Francophone, and underserved communities across Northern Ontario to explore the world of … Continue reading
At NOSM University, our mission to advance health equity and improve access to care in Northern Ontario begins with us — the people who live, work, and lead here. We’re proud to introduce From the North, For the North, a new monthly giving program created especially for NOSM U employees. This is your opportunity to … Continue reading From the North, For the North
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 … Continue reading A Life of Service: Dr. Jean Anawati Reflects on Rural Medicine and Hopes for the Future
The College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) and the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) have slightly different standards for the Mainpro+ certification and MOC Section 1 accreditation of Conferences, Workshops, Asynchronous Activities and Educational Series. Please complete the application specific to the type of credit you are seeking: If you … Continue reading Accreditation of Conferences, Workshops, Asynchronous Activities and Educational Series
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 … Continue reading Spotlight on self-compassion research: NOSM University and Lakehead University learners present at international conference
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 … Continue reading NOSM University Marks a Historic 2025 Convocation
Bringing fresh insight, five distinguished individuals have joined NOSM University’s Board of Governors. Brent Maranzan, Jason Tremblay, and Catherine Matheson will join effective July 1, 2025, and Diane Quintas will join in January 2026. The Board has also approved the appointment of John Beaucage for a three-year term ending December 31, 2027, following the completion … Continue reading NOSM University welcomes new Members to Board of Governors