October 6, 2022

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The impact of artificial intelligence on primary health care
Whether we’re ready or not, artificial intelligence (AI) already plays a role in many health-care settings. However, cautiously developing, deploying and even defining further AI advancements will determine its impact and efficacy in the years ahead, according to a new Western study led by Dan Lizotte, PhD.

Education and Research News

Uncovering consequences of prenatal cannabis exposure
A team led by Western PhD student Mohammed H. Sarikahya under the supervision of Steven Laviolette, PhD are working to improve our understanding of how exposure to cannabis during pregnancy may impact the developing brain of the fetus.

Expert insight: We are preventing some dementias now – But how?Schulich Medicine & Dentistry professor Dr. Vladimir Hachinski is a world-leading expert in the link between dementia and stroke and is the 2022 winner of the Potamkin Prize. Dr. Hachinski says a positive approach to brain health may help reduce incidences of stroke, heart disease and dementia.

What's next? What we've learned from the COVID-19 pandemic
The pandemic’s impact on everyday health has been debilitating for some and devastating for others. As we diverted resources to address COVID-19, general health checkups were postponed, bottlenecks for routine lab tests grew and treatment wait times lengthened. Experts weigh in on what comes next for health care in Canada.

Celebrating Your Achievements

Congratulations to Andreana Bütter, the late Stephen Blizzard, Carol Herbert and others on the recognitions, appointments and honours you recently achieved .

Community

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The power of curiosity

Asking questions is at the heart of what Dr. Matthew Cecchini does. This curiosity and a whole lot of innovation served him well when setting up his new pathology lab and research program.

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Western heads East

Twenty years ago, a powerful speech inspired Western faculty and staff, including Schulich's Gregor Reid, PhD, to help communities facing a HIV/AIDS crisis on the other side of the globe.

Working & Learning at Schulich

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National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: On September 30, National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Schulich Medicine & Dentistry community collectively honoured the strength and resilience of Indigenous people, while acknowledging our shared history and the continued detrimental impacts of colonization and residential schools. Read more about our ongoing commitment.

Coming home for Homecoming : For the first time since 2019, more than 250 Schulich Medicine & Dentistry alumni enjoyed homecoming celebrations.

Honours: Dr. Michael Rieder recently received the Distinguished Service and Education Award from the Canadian Society of Pharmacology & Therapeutics (CSPT). In this Q&A, Rieder gives us some insights into his education philosophy.

Media and Social Highlights

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Dr. Sarah McLean and a group of students went on a field trip to learn about the amazing work being done at Youth Opportunities Unlimited.

AM980 (CFPL)
Dr. Scott McKay, Chair/Chief of the Department of Family Medicine discusses the number of family doctors who left the profession during the pandemic.

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MD student, Kanwarpreet Karwal notes that the journey to medical school takes a village full of love and support. Congratulations on receiving your White Coat!