Kontirennanoron - Women Singing Precious Songs and Kahsenniyo Kick: Celebrating Indigenous History and Pride Month
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Date: Thursday, June 22
Time: 8:30 to 10 a.m. (Gathering and Nourishment 8:30 to 9 a.m.; Program 9 to 10 a.m.)
Location: David Braley Health Sciences Centre Auditorium (2nd Floor)
In honour and celebration of both Indigenous History Month and Pride Month, the Indigenous Health Learning Lodge (IHLL) and the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) welcome you to join us for a morning of cultural sharing through song, storytelling and poetry. We will be graced by the voices of vocal group ‘Kontirennanoron’ (meaning Women singing precious songs) as they share Rotinonhsonni cultural teachings and songs of creation, water and sustenance. This will be followed by a performance by spoken word artist ‘Kahsenniyo Kick,’ who is deeply embedded in advocacy work across the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
As part of our commitment to community giving, we will be collecting non-perishable food items that will be collectively donated to the Niwasa Kendaaswin Teg Food Bank in Hamilton.
This will be a free, hybrid event, open to all staff, faculty, learners and community members. We encourage that where possible, attendees prioritize an in-person, embodied experience for this event and invite those that may not be able to join us in-person, to join us virtually. We are committed to removing any barriers to attending and we look forward to sharing in this experience together! Please register by June 15.
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President’s Award recognizes department staff member for outstanding service
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For the second year in a row, a staff member of the Department of Family Medicine has been awarded The President’s Awards for Outstanding Service. Krzysztof “Kris” Adamczyk, manager, IT, has received the university’s highest honour for significant contributions to the department, university and leadership in health technology.
Since joining the department in 2004, and becoming the IT lead in 2006, Kris has provided IT support to over 300 staff and four clinics, managed a Tier 3 data centre housing over 40,000 patient records, led a team of IT professionals and built custom apps and tools. His friendly, patient and kind demeanor make him an outstanding collaborator and valued colleague.
Congratulations, Kris!
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Family medicine faculty member recognized for excellence in postdoctoral supervision
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Fiona Kouyoumdjian has been honoured with an Excellence in Postdoctoral Supervision award by the Faculty of Health Sciences Postdoctoral Association. It is granted to postdoctoral supervisors who have displayed exceptional support for postgraduate fellows’ research.
Assistant professor of Family Medicine and lead investigator of the Prison Health Research Program, Kouyoumdjian was nominated for the award by two of her postdoctoral trainees, Kate McLeod and Amanda Butler, to recognize her acclaimed mentorship. Her active engagement in the research endeavours of postdoctoral trainees displays her determination to provide guidance on a path toward academic and professional excellence.
Congratulations, Dr. Kouyoumdjian!
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Virtual awards celebration: summary
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On May 25, the department came together to celebrate the achievements, milestones, role transitions, awards and promotions of our community members. Congratulations to all and here's a quick snapshot of some awards:
Anna Dul for the Gerry Cohen Award for Excellence in Postgraduate Teaching
Cheryl Pridham for the Preceptor Award for Excellence in Undergraduate Pre-Clerkship Family Medicine
Nagy Abdel Malak for the James Morris Preceptor Award in Clerkship
Francine Marzanek-Lefebvre and Jessica Gaber for the DFM Research Staff Recognition Award 2023
Nancy Devlin for the FMNEA Award of Excellence 2022
Meredith Vanstone for the President's Award for Excellence in Graduate Supervision
Gina Agarwal for the McMaster University Innovator of the Year Award and Canada Research Chair
We recognized the following individuals who are leaving their roles. Thank you for your contributions!
- Dee Mangin, Associate Chair, Research
- Sarah Kinzie, Postgraduate Program Director
- Heather Waters, Hamilton Site Director
- Karl Stobbe, Niagara Site Director
- Cam Tweedie, Owen Sound Site Lead
- Justin Weresch, MHBS Coordinator
- Inge Schabort, Academic Half-Day Coordinator
- Inquiry Tutors: Mary Keith; Justin Weresch; Inge Schabort; J. Wronzberg
- MHBS Tutors: Charity Fleming; Catherine Mancini; Rhythm Shah; Julie Maidment; Daniel Farb; Amanda Marrone
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McMaster University 2023 Postgraduate Medical Education Awards
Resident Leader award recipient is Alexandra Raynard, PGY2 Resident. This award recognizes a resident who has demonstrated outstanding contributions to residency education in their own program, provincially and/or nationally.
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Danielle O'Toole and Meredith Vanstone appeared on The Curbsiders Teach Podcast to talk about indirect patient care activities being a component of the hidden curriculum in medical education, as well as a source of physician burnout.
Lawrence Grierson was featured in a CBC News article about a new team-based health care centre opening in Carleton Place, ON.
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Mangin D, Lamarche L, Freeman K, Ali A, Cassels A, Colwill K, Dolovich L, Brown ND, Farrell B, Freeman K, Frizzle K, Garrison SR, Gillett J, Holbrook A, Jurcic-Vrataric J , McCormack J, Parascandalo J, Richardson J, Risdon C, Sherifali D, Siu H, Borhan S, Templeton JA, Thabane L, Trimble J. Linking Patients’ Goals and Priorities to Recommendations for Medication Changes in a Polypharmacy-Focused Structured Clinical Pathway. Journal of Patient Experience. 2023;10. [Epub ahead of print].
- This article finds that 68/154 (44%) recommendations for medication changes in a polypharmacy-focused structured clinical pathway mapped onto patient's goals and priorities.
Mangin D, Lamarche L, Agarwal G, Freeman K, Ali A, Clark R, Shah N, Awan A, Langevin J, Parascandalo J, Brown ND, Jurcic-Vrataric J, Colwill K, Dragos S, Borhan S, Risdon C, Siu H, Farrell B, Trimble J. Team approach to polypharmacy evaluation and reduction: feasibility randomized trial of a structured clinical pathway to reduce polypharmacy. Pilot Feasibility Studies. 2023; 9 (84). [Epub ahead of print].
- This article determines the feasibility of implementing a clinical pathway to reduce polypharmacy in primary care. All criteria for feasibility were met across the outcome domains.
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Research Knowledge & Skill Builder
Intro to Business Case
This session will present the basics of building a business case for primary care research.
Presenters: Ms. Francine Marzanek-Lefebvre and Dr. Ricardo Angeles
Date: Tuesday, June 20
Time: 1 to 2 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Register here to attend.
Meeting ID: 971 1853 7506
Passcode: 525788
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Project update: Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome
Myalgic encephalomyelitis/chronic fatigue syndrome (ME/CFS) is characterized by unexplained persistent and disabling fatigue. There is ongoing debate within the medical community about the influence of psychosocial and physiological factors and the stigmatization that people living with ME/CFS can experience. Management of ME/CFS is often challenging and patients may be presented with a wide range of treatment options. The current study, a collaboration between researchers in the Departments of Family Medicine (Vanstone) and Anesthesia (Busse, Zeratkaar), explores how participants who experienced sustained symptom improvement understand and navigate their recovery process. To date, the research team has completed 33 interviews with individuals who have experienced some degree of symptom improvement or recovery from ME/CFS. It has been heard from participants that they understand themselves to work independently to manage their symptoms and to identify new therapies to try to improve their condition. Through analysis, the research team has developed a theory of how people with ME/CFS learn about and select interventions to try, and then how they use their experiences to make decisions about ceasing, continuing, or adapting those therapeutic efforts. This project is nearing completion and will be presented at the Canadian Association for Health Services and Policy Research Conference in May 2023 and at the Society for Academic Primary Care Scientific Meeting in July 2023.
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Project update: Health TAPESTRY
Health TAPESTRY is a complex primary care program aimed at assisting older adults to stay healthier for longer through four parts: interprofessional health care teams, trained volunteers, technology, and community connections. Results of a randomized controlled trial (RCT) evaluating the program at six sites across Ontario found that Health TAPESTRY was successfully implemented in these diverse settings, but we did not reproduce the effects on hospitalizations and physical activity found in the initial RCT. We found beneficial effects on both primary care access as well as other key aspects of primary care (such as longitudinality and comprehensive care). Beyond this work, we also explored each of the four parts of Health TAPESTRY, as well as the health economics of the program, through evaluations and associated manuscripts. Six of these manuscripts have been published, with two further upcoming. Learn more and see links to the papers.
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UMGE NEWS: May 2023
Check out the May issue of UGME NEWS, your guide to the latest news from the McMaster University Undergraduate Medical Education Program.
Read the latest issue.
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Join the FMIG annual Family Medicine CaRMS Post Match Panel! Get any and all your questions answered about what matching to family medicine looks like, from a panel comprised of recently matched residents with a variety of perspectives and goals. There will be a Mentimeter for you to add your questions and a raffle with gift card prizes as well. Looking forward to seeing you all there!
Date: Tuesday, June 6
Time: 7 to 8 p.m.
Location: Zoom
If you have any questions about this event, please don't hesitate to reach out to Connie Shen @shenk9mcmaster.ca
Join the Zoom Link.
Meeting ID: 915 0176 8175
Passcode: 401321
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Join us in celebrating our graduating residents!
Mark your calendars for the FM Residency Program Completion Celebration!
Date: Tuesday, June 13
Time: 1 to 4 p.m.
Location: Zoom
Join the Zoom link.
Meeting ID: 982 6418 3562
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Info-Morsels: Bringing our presence to work (and then back home)
Info-Morsels are a fresh, bite-sized faculty development offering! The latest Info-Morsel is addresses the concept of incorporating presence and silence into work (and then back home) by implementing a contemplative practice. As the quality of presence grows, we may hear, see and do things differently. We may become less burdened by difficult experiences while enabling us to hold onto meaningful silence, allowing us to have more mental and physical energy. Enjoy!
Check the website for latest and past Info-Morsels!
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16th Annual Day in Faculty Development #MacPFD16
Advancing Inclusive Excellence in Health Education and Practice. Please share widely in your networks, programs and departments.
This is a free and accredited event, open to all.
Date: Tuesday, June 6
Time: 2 to 4 p.m. EDT
Location: virtual on Zoom
At the end of MacPFD16, participants will be able to:
- describe challenges and opportunities for promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI) in their respective practice and education environments;
- identify strategies health professionals and educators can take to support institutional and health professional program EDI goals;
- address and identify personal actions one can take to support and advance EDI initiatives that recognize facets of institutional culture, power and privilege, and effective allyship.
Register on MacPFD and save your spot!
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Don't miss this
Mental Health & Behavioural Sciences Curriculum Coordinator
We are now accepting applications for the Mental Health & Behavioural Science (MHBS) Curriculum Coordinator role, effective July 1. Full role description can be found by visiting the DFM website.
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An interactive version of the calendar is available on the staff portal and faculty portal. Click to learn more about each date.
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