Induction 2024
Vancouver, BC – On Saturday, April 13, the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) induct six new Laureates whose leadership, integrity and contributions to medicine and health leadership have led to extraordinary improvements in human health. Their outstanding accomplishments range from co-founding more than eleven biotech companies and non-profit enterprises to determining women’s risk for HIV in Canada; these trailblazers underpin Canada’s role as a world-class leader in medicine and health science.
Erica Johnson, Senior Investigative Reporter of Go Public on CBC News, will serve as the Master of Ceremonies. The 2024 Induction Ceremony is presented by the Canadian Medical Association (CMA), MD Financial Management (MD) and Scotiabank who together are committed to supporting the medical profession and advancing health in Canada. As proof of this commitment, and in collaboration with the CMA and MD, Scotiabank is investing $115 million to support physicians and the communities they serve across Canada.
“It is an honour to recognize the great success of physicians and health leaders across Canada. Their unwavering commitment to advancing medical science and improving patient care standards has contributed significantly to the lives of their patients and the entire health care community. Their contributions have not only advanced health care, but they have also paved the way for future breakthroughs. Their success will continue to inspire excellence and commitment in future generations. Congratulations to the 2024 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame inductees,” said Dr. Kathleen Ross, President, CMA.
“The University of British Columbia’s Faculty of Medicine is honoured to host the 2024 Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony,” said Dr. Dermot Kelleher, Dean of the Faculty of Medicine and Vice-President, Health at UBC. “It is a privilege to celebrate the incredible achievements of the new Laureates, whose groundbreaking work in medicine and the health sciences has transformed the lives of patients and communities across Canada and around the world, and whose commitment to mentorship has helped inspire countless students, leaders and innovators of tomorrow.”
Pioneers in their respective fields, Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Laureates are role models and an inspiration to young Canadians to pursue careers in the health sciences. The new CMHF Laureates are:
Pieter R. Cullis, OC OBC PhD FRS | Vancouver, BC
A leader in creating drug delivery systems to treat disease
John E. Dick, PhD FRS FRSC | Toronto, ON
A pioneer in blood cancer research
Catherine Hankins, CM MD PhD FRCPC | Sutton, QC
A dedicated advocate for global health and health equity
Noni MacDonald, OC ONS MD FRCPC FCAHS FRSC | Halifax, NS
A trailblazer in paediatric infectious disease and in decolonization and democratization of community focused research
Allison McGeer, MD FRCPC | Toronto, ON
A guiding force in Canadian and international public health and infectious disease
The Late Sir Thomas Roddick, MD | Montreal, QC
A visionary in establishing national standards in medicine
For more detailed bios and photos: cdnmedhall.ca/laureate-induction-ceremony
ABOUT THE CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME
The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) celebrates Canadian heroes whose work advances health in Canada and the world and fosters future generations of health professionals through the delivery of local and national youth education programs and awards. This enduring tribute to our country’s rich medical history is showcased on our virtual hall online at cdnmedhall.ca and in an exhibit hall in London, ON.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA
The University of British Columbia is a global centre for teaching, learning and research, consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities in the world.
UBC’s Faculty of Medicine—ranked among the world’s top medical schools with the fifth-largest MD enrollment in North America—is a leader in both the science and the practice of medicine. Guided by our vision—to transform health for everyone—our faculty, learners, staff and alumni are accelerating discovery and creating pathways to better health for communities at home and around the world. For more information, visit med.ubc.ca.
ABOUT THE CANADIAN MEDICAL ASSOCIATION
The Canadian Medical Association leads a national movement with physicians who believe in a better future of health. Our ambition is a sustainable, accessible health system where patients are partners, a culture of medicine that elevates equity, diversity and wellbeing, and supportive communities where everyone has the chance to be healthy. We drive change through advocacy, giving and knowledge sharing – guided by values of collaboration and inclusion.
ABOUT MD FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT INC.
With more than 50 years of physician-focused experience, MD Financial Management Limited (MD) is dedicated to providing financial peace of mind to Canada’s physicians and their families, so they can enjoy what matters most to them while achieving their career and life goals. MD had more than $55 billion in assets under management as of January 31, 2024. For more information, please visit mdm.ca.
ABOUT SCOTIABANK
Scotiabank’s vision is to be our clients’ most trusted financial partner, to deliver sustainable, profitable growth and maximize total shareholder return. Guided by our purpose: "for every future," we help our clients, their families and their communities achieve success through a broad range of advice, products and services, including personal and commercial banking, wealth management and private banking, corporate and investment banking, and capital markets. With assets of approximately $1.4 trillion (as of January 31, 2024), Scotiabank trades on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: BNS) and New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: BNS). For more information, please visit http://www.scotiabank.com and follow us on X @Scotiabank.
CANADIAN MEDICAL HALL OF FAME MEDIA CONTACT:
Daria Destanli, Communications Manager | Canadian Medical Hall of Fame
Cell: 226-559-0544 | ddestanli@cdnmedhall.ca
THE UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA FACULTY OF MEDICINE MEDIA CONTACT:
Kerry Blackadar, Senior Manager, Strategic Communications | Faculty of Medicine | Office of Creative and Communications | The University of British Columbia
Cell: 604 762 4451 | kerry.blackadar@ubc.ca
About the CMHF
The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) celebrates Canadian heroes whose work advances health in Canada and the world, fostering future generations of health professionals through the delivery of local and national youth education programs and awards.
This enduring tribute to our country’s rich medical history is showcased here and in our physical exhibit hall in London, ON.
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