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15 U of T researchers named Fellows of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences

Fifteen Ƶ researchers have been named  in recognition of their “dedication and excellence.” 

One of three national academies that make up , the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences leverages the expertise of Canada’s leading health sciences researchers to evaluate Canada's most urgent and complex health challenges and recommend strategic, actionable solutions.

“The Ƶ congratulates these faculty members on receiving one of the highest distinctions for academics in the health sciences field,” said Leah Cowen, U of T’s associate vice-president, research. “Their scientific leadership and research are making a real impact on the lives of Canadians – and people around the world.

“This is also an important recognition of our hospital and health-system partners. They help make this impact possible.”

The new fellows are:

  • Reina Bendayan of the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy   
  • Gillian Booth of the department of medicine, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and St. Michael’s Hospital
  • Adalsteinn Brown of the Dalla Lana School of Public Health      
  • Catharine Craven of the department of medicine, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and University Health Network
  • David Fisman of the Dalla Lana School of Public Health  
  • Margaret Herridge of the department of medicine, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and University Health Network
  • Mansoor Husain of the department of medicine, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and University Health Network
  • David Jenkins of the department of nutritional sciences, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and St. Michael’s Hospital
  • Alex Mihailidis of the department of occupational science and occupational therapy, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and University Health Network         
  • Amit Oza of the department of medicine, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and University Health Network
  • Vincent Piguet of the department of medicine, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and Women’s College Hospital
  • Aaron Schimmer of the department of medical biophysics, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and University Health Network
  • Anna Taddio of the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy        
  • Ming-Sound Tsao of the department of laboratory medicine and pathobiology, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and University Health Network
  • Sharon Walmsley of the department of medicine, Temerty Faculty of Medicine and University Health Network

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