Max Rady College of Medicine News Archive
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Pharmacy dean, medicine prof spread word on deprescribing
July 7, 2023 —
"We can do so much with medications to help patients, but we also need to think about when it’s time to reevaluate," says dean of pharmacy.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
UM distinguished professor in Rady appointed to Order of Canada
July 6, 2023 —
Dr. Grant Pierce was appointed Member of the Order of Canada for his contributions as a distinguished professor of physiology and pathophysiology at the Max Rady College of Medicine and for identifying the value of foods like flaxseed in the prevention of cardiovascular disease.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Grad students learn about environmental impact of health systems
June 30, 2023 —
Attending the Summer Institute on Sustainable Health Systems opened Mackenzie Alexiuk’s eyes to how the delivery of health care impacts the environment.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Grad students recognized at UM student health research forum
June 28, 2023 —
Over 130 graduate students from across the province, and representing a variety of health disciplines, presented their research in this year’s poster competition at the Manitoba Student Health Research Forum (MSHRF) as part of the three-day event at the Rady Faculty of Health Sciences. “This event is all about the grad students. It provides opportunity for them to present their research, refine their communication skills and be recognized for their achievements through the large suite of awards,” said Dr. Samantha Pauls, assistant professor at the College of Pharmacy and co-chair of the MSHRF.
Research and International
Six-part Canada Research Chair Symposium concludes, showcasing groundbreaking researchers
June 26, 2023 —
Last week concluded the six-part Canada Research Chair (CRC) Symposium at UM.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Indigenous Impact
June 19, 2023 —
Last year, a striking new mural by Anishinaabe artist Blake Angeconeb was unveiled on a towering wall in the Brodie Centre atrium on the Bannatyne campus.
Indigenous
In-person support for UM students interested in Medicine now available at Fort Garry campus
June 13, 2023 —
The Access & Aboriginal Focus Program located in the Indigenous Student Centre is excited to welcome Elizabeth Spence, the Max Rady College of Medicine’s admissions administrator, for the summer months to help new and current UM students learn more about how to apply for Medicine.
Rady Faculty of Health Sciences
Breast Cancer Quest
June 12, 2023 —
For a quarter-century, Dr. Yvonne Myal's lab has worked to pinpoint and isolate biomarkers that are specific to breast cancer and to understand their role in the progression and metastasis of the disease.
Research and International
Café Scientifique Spring 2023 Season concludes
June 7, 2023 —
Presentations featuring 24 UM researchers available for online viewing.
Research and International
Canada Research Chairs Symposium at Bannatyne campus
June 1, 2023 —
On June 19 the Canada Research Chair (CRC) Symposium returns to Bannatyne campus for the final presentation of the 2023 school year.