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No. 20, June 2020
Congratulations, FoMD Class of 2020!
We are experiencing unprecedented times, but the resiliency and determination of our students did not waver, even in the face of significant change and uncertainty.
This year the convocation ceremonies for the Class of 2020 took place virtually instead of in person, but that does not diminish the importance of this milestone for the outstanding learners that are now graduates of the University of Alberta and the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry. We are so proud of all our grads, and anticipate great things!
This month's newsletter will highlight a number of extraordinary students - a small fraction of the Class of 2020 graduates - and their paths to convocation.
Dr. Mia Lang, MD, PhD
Co-Vice Dean, Education
The unforgettable lessons of a unique roller-coaster ride
For MD graduate Lauren Cormier, the teachings from her Indigenous community were vital to her medical training. Read more about Lauren's journey to become a physician here.
COVID-19 puts the spotlight on a close-knit medical sciences team
Kallie Rozak,’20 BSc MLS (pictured above) and Taylor Ormann, ’20 BSc MLS, look back on the good times and the challenges faced on their way to convocation. Read more
MD Class of 2020 grad Victor Do describes himself as “a regular guy,” a humble young man who has wrestled with insecurity, even while being drawn to advocacy and leadership roles. More
Though Liz Cook’s path has taken her all over the province and back again, it was always leading her towards a bright career in rural family medicine. Read more
Delivering a hands-on dentistry course online
The DDS I (Class of 2023) are the first cohort of students to experience the new DDS curriculum as part of the School of Dentistry Curriculum Renewal Project. After years of rigorous planning, design and development, the first year of the newly designed DDS program launched in Fall term 2019, but it was course 4 that was completely reinvented. Read more and watch the appreciation video (CCID login required).
Please also visit the School of Dentistry webpage to read the heartfelt congratulations messages to the Dentistry and Dental Hygiene Classes of 2020.
Convocation Spotlight:
Jordyn Thompson
MD Class of 2020
Changemaker. Community advocate. Faces challenge head on. More
Convocation Spotlight:
Brittany Lee
Class of 2020
Radiation Therapy
Dodgeball enthusiast. Community volunteer. Health advocate. More
Convocation Spotlight:
David Antle
MD Class of 2020
Knowledge seeker. Proud father. Future family physician. More
Update on Competence by Design (CBD)
Royal College confirms disciplines proceeding with 2020 Launch in CBD
Focused discussions about discipline readiness for launch were informed by the recent national survey of 2020 program directors, and by discussions that took place with the national CBME Leads group, Specialty Committee chairs, and PG Deans.
On May 14, the Royal College announced the list of disciplines that will proceed with CBD Launch on July 1, 2020:
- General Surgery
- Neurology (adult and pediatric)
- Nuclear Medicine
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Pediatric Cardiology
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Plastic Surgery
- Psychiatry
Resident Orientation - Going Virtual
PGME Resident Orientation
In these unprecedented times, and in consideration of COVID-19 physical distancing precautions, PGME is no longer able to host its annual in-person orientation event on June 26, 2020, as planned. Our office is collaborating with Academic Technologies in order to transition this event to a virtual platform and allow learners to access a majority of the content online. There will be mandatory components that must be completed prior to July 1, 2020. This information will be provided as soon as it is available, and these components will be tracked through eClass.
All learners require a pager and ID badge in order to work at an AHS site; therefore, these items must be picked up in person, prior to July 1, 2020. Our colleagues at AHS are working on a plan to fulfill this requirement, and PGME will post details as soon as they become available.
Program-Specific Resident Orientation
Many programs have orientation activities for their new residents, such as boot camps or simulations, and a majority of these activities will need to be modified and delivered remotely. If you require assistance in converting your existing educational activities for remote delivery, please contact Erin Blazey, Team Lead, Resident Education at pgtmld@ualberta.ca.
Education Awards Week 2020
The Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry is a centre for teaching excellence within the University of Alberta, across the province and nationally. Education is at the heart of our work, and all of our teaching and mentoring efforts are crucial to clinical practice, research and public health. From June 15 - 19, 2020, the FoMD commends and celebrates the dedication and sacrifices made by educators in the faculty. Visit this page to view more awardees throughout this week.
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