50th Anniversary

Michael Klein: A Trailblazer for Family Medicine and Maternity Care

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Mon, 28 Apr 2025 14:39:35 +0000

Dr. Michael Klein has profoundly shaped Family Medicine and maternity care through his pioneering research that transformed obstetric practices, his leadership in fostering collaborative, transdisciplinary education and his numerous accolades, including the Order of Canada. Originally from the U.S., he fled to Canada in 1967 because he refused to be a military physician during the Vietnam War.

Karen Tong: A Leader in Care and Mentorship

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Tue, 25 Mar 2025 16:45:25 +0000

Dr. Karen Tong’s dual expertise in Family Medicine and women’s health enhances care quality. Her mentorship and commitment to innovation shape both the medical community and patient services.

Credentials and highlights

Position: Postgraduate Site Director at GMF-U Mednam

Year: Joined the Department in 2016.

Award category: Clinical

Nominated by Joanie Rousseau, GMF-U Teaching Supervisor :

Yvonne Quan: A Champion of Medical Education

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:22:56 +0000

A passionate educator and leader, Dr. Yvonne Quan enhances student learning while strengthening community connections. Her work bridges medical learning with real-world clinical experience and her efforts are shaping the next generation of family doctors.

Credentials and highlights

Position: Longitudinal Family Medicine Experience (LFME) Course Director at the Department of Family Medicine.

Medical Director of the Teenage Health Unit, Goldman Herzl Family Practice Centre.

Year: Joined the Department in 2016.

Stéfanie Gingras: A Respected Leader in Palliative Care

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Mon, 24 Mar 2025 16:10:26 +0000

Dr. Stéfanie Gingras, a skilled physician and educator, has shaped palliative care through leadership, teaching and dedication to excellence. Her impact spans clinical practice, expert committees and national education initiatives.

Credentials and highlights

Positions: Clinical Teaching Unit Director, Palliative Care Unit (PCU), ɬ�﷬ Health Centre (MUHC).

Physician Associate Director, Division of Supportive and Palliative Care, MUHC.

Faculty Lecturer in the Department of Family Medicine

Patrice Boileau: A Collaborative Force

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:49:31 +0000

Patrice Boileau is essential to the success of the Family Medicine UGME programs at Campus Outaouais, providing leadership, organization and fostering collaboration. His dedication and positive rapport with students make him an invaluable asset and a Family Medicine hero!

Credentials and highlights

Position: Administrative Advisor (administrateur de l’externat en Outaouais).

Year: Joined UGME at Campus Outaouais in 2020.

Award category: Community

Susan Lindquist: Leading with Purpose

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Fri, 21 Feb 2025 15:40:45 +0000

Dr. Susan Lindquist has demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication, supporting over 180 Year 3 medical clerks and fostering collaboration across 15 clinical sites. Her unwavering commitment, professionalism and positive demeanor have had a profound impact on the success of the Family Medicine program. She is one of our Family Medicine Heroes.

Credentials and highlights

Position: Clerkship Course Director for Family Medicine (interim) at ɬ�﷬ and Associate Site Director at District Médical clinic.

Adriana Decker: Compassionate leadership and resilience in times of crisis

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Mon, 17 Feb 2025 15:30:42 +0000

Dr. Adriana Decker's commitment to patient care, her team and her tireless efforts in both every day and crisis situations make her one of our Family Medicine Heroes.

Credentials and highlights

Position: Assistant Chief of Family Medicine at CIUSSS West-Central Montreal.

Year: Joined the Department in 2012.

Award category: Clinical

Nominated by Dr. Mark Karanofsky, Director of the Goldman Herzl Family Medicine Centre:

Teresa Rudkin: An inspiration to countless medical educators

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Thu, 30 Jan 2025 17:04:24 +0000

Dr. Teresa Rudkin advocates for issues ranging from care of marginalized and vulnerable populations to genetic syndromes, to interactive teaching and other medical topics. As a clinician educator, she is one of our Family Medicine Heroes.

Credentials and highlights

Position: Assistant Professor at the Department of Family Medicine and family physician at the CLSC Côte-des-Neiges.

Year: Joined the Department in 2007.

Award category: Clinical

Nominated by Faculty Development:

Ka Ho Tong: Making an Impact for the Growth of Students

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 18:22:21 +0000

Dr. Ka Ho Tong’s ability to connect with students, address their educational needs and foster a culture of collaboration and learning makes him one of our Family Medicine Heroes.

Credentials and highlights

Bio: Site Physician Lead at University Family Medicine Group (U-FMG) Jardins-Roussillon

Year: Joined the Department in 2013.

Award category: Clinical

Nominated by Alexandra Karabatsos, Program Manager, Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME):

Hiromi Tissera: Passionate about providing compassionate, patient-centered care

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Tue, 21 Jan 2025 17:59:36 +0000

Dr. Hiromi Tissera’s passion for providing compassionate, patient-centered care is matched by her dedication to shaping future healthcare professionals.

Credentials and highlights

Position: Site Physician Lead at the University Family Medicine Group District Medical

Year: Joined the Department in 2014

Award category: Clinical

Nominated by Alexandra Karabatsos, Program Manager, Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME):

Ann Continelli: Advocating for residency affairs for over three decades

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Tue, 17 Dec 2024 18:08:54 +0000

Having dedicated more than 35 years of her career to supporting residents and clinician supervisors, Ann Continelli is one of our Family Medicine Heroes.

Leadership in Supporting Residents and Clinician Supervisors

Bio: Teaching Site Administrator at the Herzl Family Practice Clinic, Jewish General Hospital.

Year: Joined the Department in 1985.

Award category: Community

Nominated by Julie Lane, Program Manager, Postgraduate Medical Education:

Bertrand Lebouché: Advocating for Better HIV care

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Thu, 12 Dec 2024 18:16:13 +0000

Advocating for people living with or vulnerable to HIV, Bertrand Lebouché is one of our Family Medicine Heroes.

Patient-oriented clinical research for HIV Care

Bio: Associate Professor at the Department of Family Medicine; MD, PhD.

Year: Joined the Department in 2013.

Award category: Research.

Nominated by Nik Jaiswal, an MSc student at the Department:

Isabelle Leblanc: Advocating for Transcultural Medical Care

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Fri, 22 Nov 2024 20:04:54 +0000

Advocating for global health in primary care, mainly addressing vulnerable women, Isabelle Leblanc is one of our Family Medicine Heroes.

Global Health and Transcultural Medical Care

Bio: Family Physician at St. Mary’s Hospital and Assistant Professor, Department of Family Medicine.

Year: Joined the Department in 2007.

Award category: Clinician-Scientist

Nominated by Lucia Patino, a Family Medicine resident.

Andrea Kessous: Advocating for Educational Excellence

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Thu, 21 Nov 2024 18:33:56 +0000

Advocating for a supportive and collaborative learning environment, ensuring that students not only meet their academic and clinical objectives but also thrive in their professional development, Andrea Kessous is one of our Family Medicine Heroes.

A supportive learning environment for Educational Excellence

Bio: Transition to Clinical Practice (TCP) Course Director in the Department of Family Medicine.

Year: Joined the Department in 2014.

Award category: Clinical

Mickey Moroz: Advocating for Sports Medicine

marie.moucarry2@mcgill.ca — Tue, 19 Nov 2024 20:28:36 +0000

Advocating for sports medicine and exemplifying what it means to be a great mentor, Mickey Moroz is one of our Family Medicine Heroes.

Sports Medicine and Mentorship

Bio: Family Physician at the ɬ�﷬ Sport Medicine Clinic (M.D., C.M., CCFP (SEM), Dip. Sport Med., M. Ed).

Year: Joined the Department of Family Medicine in 2019.

Award category: Clinical

Nominated by Noor Mady, one of his students and recent ɬ�﷬ Medical School graduate.