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NOSM University seeks members for Board of Governors

Individuals who share NOSM University’s commitment to improve health-care access for the peoples and communities in Northern Ontario are encouraged to apply to join the newly established Board of Governors.

NOSM University remains steadfast in its commitment to providing high-quality education to future physicians and health professionals and continue to be an internationally recognized leader in distributed, learning-centred, community-engaged education and research. Geography, culture, and socioeconomic realities create a complex tapestry of health service inequities in Northern Ontario. NOSM University commits to working with community partners to advocate for equity, access and understanding at the interface of research, education, and care.

The Board of Governors champions the importance of exceptional board leadership and Board members will be active advocates and ambassadors for the organization and fully engaged in identifying and securing the financial resources and partnerships necessary for NOSM University to advance its mission.

Application Information

Individuals of all gender identities, racially visible people, Indigenous and Francophone peoples, people with disabilities, and others with the skills and knowledge to engage with diverse communities are encouraged to apply. A connection to Northern Ontario is essential. Those interested, who have the particular skill set and experience identified, are encouraged to apply through the online application form. Applications must be received no later than July 28, 2022, at 4:00 p.m.

For information about eligibility and to access the online application form, please visit the Board of Governors webpage.

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NOSM University is Canada’s first independent medical university and one of the greatest education and physician workforce strategy success stories of Northern Ontario. More than just a medical university, it was purpose built to address the health needs of the region. While advocating for equitable access to care, the university contributes to the economic development of Northern Ontario. NOSM University relies on the commitment and expertise of the peoples of Northern Ontario to educate health-care professionals to practise in Indigenous, Francophone, rural, remote and underserved communities. With a focus on diversity, inclusion and advocacy, NOSM University is an award-winning, socially accountable organization renowned for its innovative model of distributed, community-engaged education and research.

For further information, please contact: communication@nosm.ca

Alumni Stories, Francophone Features, In the Spotlight

NOSM University alumna, Dr. Mélanie Patrie, named new Francophone Education Lead

NOSM University announces Dr. Mélanie Patrie as the incoming Francophone Education Lead for residency programs, effective June 20, 2022.

Dr. Patrie is a passionate Francophone who completed her MD and residency at NOSM. As a medical student, she was a member of the Francophone Reference Group as a student representative and is currently an Assistant Professor and physician facilitator for the French Language Clinical Skills sessions offered by Francophone Affairs Unit for MD students.

She is a family physician with a busy clinical practice at the City of Lakes Family Health Team at the Chelmsford site.

Dr. Patrie is very familiar with NOSM University’s social accountability mandate, and she is motivated to work towards advancing the Francophone presence at NOSM University and within its residency programs. With a family practice that is mostly Francophone, she recognizes both the importance of offering French language medical services and the challenges that arise when this need is not met.

On behalf of the NOSM University community, we extend thanks to Dr. Frédéric Sarrazin, outgoing Francophone Education Lead. Dr. Sarrazin’s commitment to the residents, dedication to the program, and contributions to the profession are sincerely appreciated.

In the Spotlight

Dr. Rony Atoui named NOSM University’s new Program Director of Surgical Foundations

NOSM University announces Dr. Rony Atoui as the incoming Program Director of the Surgical Foundations residency program, effective July 1, 2022.

Dr. Rony Atoui is a cardiac surgeon practising at Health Sciences North (HSN) since 2011 and an Associate Professor at NOSM University. He is a member of many international societies, including American College of Surgeons (ACS), Society of Thoracic Surgeons (STS), American Heart Association (AHA), European Association of Cardiothoracic Surgery (EACTS) and Canadian Cardiovascular Society (CCS).

In addition to a busy clinical practice, Dr. Atoui is heavily involved in teaching and academic work, having secured several research grants. Furthermore, he is an active member of several committees at NOSM University and HSN, including member of the Senate (formerly Academic Council), Postgraduate Medical Educational Advisory Board, Committee to Support Student Professionalism, Vice-Chair of the Joint and Stipendiary Faculty Promotion Committee, Research co-lead of the HSN Cardiology Local Education Group, executive member and treasurer of the Physician Clinical Teachers’ Association (PCTA) and Northern Ontario Academic Medicine Association (NOAMA) boards, member of the HSN Research Ethics Board and of the Medical Quality Assurance Committee (MedQA).

On behalf of the NOSM University community, we extend thanks to Dr. Claude Cullinen, outgoing Program Director, who will remain in a supportive role during this transition until September 30, 2022. Dr. Cullinen’s commitment to NOSM University residents, dedication to the program, and contributions to the profession are sincerely appreciated.

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