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Self-compassion and care tips for winter blues
Winter got you feeling down? If you’re experiencing the blues, know that it’s okay to not be okay and you’re not alone. Dr. Bryan MacLeod, Chronic Pain Physician and Associate Professor at NOSM University runs Mindful Self Compassion (MSC) courses for medical professionals and learners. He says that not one fix will work for everyone and encourages time to reflect, document, and celebrate habits that help take care of yourself. This is particularly important for medical students as medical culture trains people to ignore their basic needs and emotions, Dr. MacLeod explains. Regular health practices such as exercising and getting...
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Associate Dean, Postgraduate Education Reappointed for Second Five-Year Term
NOSM University announces the reappointment of Dr. Rob Anderson as the Associate Dean, Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) for a second five-year term, effective January 1, 2025. “NOSM University is thrilled to have Dr. Anderson continue leading, building and transforming residency programs with a focus on health equity and specifically designed for the needs of Northern Ontarians. I wish Dr. Anderson much success in his second term,” says Dr. Céline Larivière, Provost and Vice President, Academic. During his first term as Associate Dean, PGME, Dr. Anderson provided strong leadership toward innovating health education t...
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Twin brothers studying at NOSM University receive Bursary from Baxter and Alma Ricard Foundation
Two brothers, two pathways, one award. The journey of Cory and Chad Tremblay, twin brothers from North Bay, takes a couple of twists and turns but they both end up at NOSM University to study medicine. Cory knew he wanted to be a doctor from a young age while watching an aunt struggle with breast cancer. That inspired a desire to learn about medicine and gain more knowledge about the human body. He studied Physical and Health Education at Nipissing University, then completed his Master’s in Kinesiology at the University of Waterloo with a focus on exercise and nutrition before applying to NOSM University’s MD program. It ...
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