One of the highlights of Family Doctor Week in Canada is the opportunity to celebrate the accomplishments of the hundreds of family physicians who have contributed or achieved something special over the past year. Many of these individuals were acknowledged, along with all of our new Certificants and Fellows, during Family Medicine Forum 2008, held in Toronto, Ont, from November 27 to 29. The College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) and our 22 000 members congratulate the following honourees:
W. Victor Johnston Award
Dr Joanna Bates, Vancouver, BC
This award honours the memory of the late Dr W. Victor Johnston, the CFPC’s first Executive Director, from 1954 to 1964. The recipient is recognized for leadership in family medicine in Canada or internationally and presents the W. Victor Johnston Oration at the CFPC’s annual Convocation. Dr Bates is the founding director of the newly formed Centre for Health Education Scholarship in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia. She is a long-standing contributor to and leader in family medicine education and evaluation at the University of British Columbia, the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia, the Medical Council of Canada, and the CFPC.
Canada’s Family Physicians of the Year: Reg L. Perkin Awards
Dr Susan Harris, Vancouver, BC
Dr Mark Sosnowski, Calgary, Alta
Dr Brenda Hookenson, Prince Albert, Sask
Dr Michael Penrose, Dauphin, Man
Dr Frank Martino, Brampton, Ont
Dr Jean Grégoire, St-Simon-les-mines, Que
Dr Thomas Laughlin, Moncton, NB
Dr Douglas Meek, Charlottetown, PEI
Dr Susan Atkinson, Halifax, NS
Dr Judy Ophel, Goose Bay, Nfld
These awards, named in honour of Dr Reg L. Perkin, CFPC Executive Director from 1985 to 1996, recognize outstanding CFPC family physician members who exemplify the best of what being a family doctor is all about: embodying the 4 principles of family medicine through contributions to patient care, teaching, research, and community services. These awards are supported by the CFPC, the Research and Education Foundation (REF), Health Canada, and Merck Frosst Canada Ltd.
Donald I. Rice Award
Dr David Tannenbaum, Toronto, Ont
This award, named in memory of the late Dr Donald I. Rice, CFPC Executive Director from 1965 to 1985, recognizes an outstanding CFPC family physician member for contributions to teaching and leadership in our discipline. Dr Tannenbaum is an Associate Professor at the University of Toronto and the Family Physician–in–Chief in the Ray D. Wolfe Department of Family Medicine at Mount Sinai Hospital. He has an active comprehensive clinical practice that includes obstetric care and he teaches family medicine residents and medical students in the Granovsky Gluskin Family Medicine Centre at Mount Sinai Hospital, where he also leads the recently established family health team. This award is supported by the CFPC and donations to the D.I. Rice Fund of the REF.
Jean-Pierre Despins Award
Dr Philip Berger, Toronto, Ont
This award, named in memory of the late Dr Jean-Pierre Despins, CFPC President from 1995 to 1996 and Chair of the Board of the REF from 1999 to 2000, honours a CFPC family physician member identified as an outstanding advocate and public spokesperson for family medicine, family physicians, and patients. Dr Berger is Chief of the Department of Family and Community Medicine and Medical Director of the Inner City Health Program at St Michael’s Hospital in Toronto. He is recognized for his work on behalf of patients with HIV and AIDS over the past 30 years, including his work with the Ontario Hospital Association’s AIDS initiative (OHAfrica Project) at the Tšepong (Place of Hope) Clinic in Leribe, Lesotho. This award is supported by the CFPC and donations to the J-P Despins Fund of the REF.
Ian McWhinney Family Medicine Education Award
Dr David Gass, Halifax, NS
This award, named in honour of Dr Ian McWhinney, the first Professor and Chair of a Canadian University Department of Family Medicine (University of Western Ontario, 1968 to 1987), is presented to a family medicine teacher in recognition of his or her outstanding contribution to family medicine education. Dr Gass is currently the District Chief of Medical Staff for the Cumberland Health Authority in Nova Scotia. His leadership has included chairing the Canadian Medical Association Council on Medical Education and the CFPC’s committees on assessment and evaluation (accreditation) and ethics; and he is a member of the Steering Group for the Future of Medical Education in Canada Project. This award is supported by the CFPC and donations to the Ian McWhinney Fund of the REF.
Family Medicine Researcher of the Year
Dr Ann Macaulay, Montreal, Que
This award honours a family medicine researcher who has been a pivotal force in, and has made an original contribution to, family medicine research. Dr Macaulay was the first physician to be hired by the Mohawk community of Kahnawake. She launched the Kahnawake Schools Diabetes Prevention Project in 1994. In 2006, she became the inaugural director of Participatory Research at McGill. She was awarded an Order of Canada for her contributions to aboriginal health and Foreign Member status in the Institutes of Medicine for advancing participatory research.
Lifetime Achievement Awards in Family Medicine Research
Dr Martin Bass, London, Ont
Dr May Cohen, North York, Ont
Dr Earl Dunn, North York, Ont
Dr Brian Hutchison, Campbellville, Ont
Dr Walter Rosser, Kingston, Ont
These awards honour individuals who were trailblazers and leaders in, and who have made substantial career contributions to, family medicine research.
CFPC and Scotiabank Family Medicine Lectureship
Ms Margaret Trudeau, Montreal, Que
This award recognizes an outstanding Canadian or international figure who has contributed substantially in thought or deed to issues related to the health and well-being of people in Canada or around the world. This award is supported by Scotiabank and the REF.
Honorary Membership
Mrs Diana Fowler LeBlanc, Montreal, Que
Mrs Linda Jones, Ottawa, Ont
This honour recognizes individuals who are not CFPC members, but who have made outstanding contributions to the CFPC, family medicine, or the health and well-being of the population in Canada or abroad.
CFPC Awards of Excellence
Dr Rod Andrew, Vancouver, BC
Dr Karen Armstrong, Timmins, Ont
Dr Susan Burgess, Vancouver, BC
Dr George Carruthers, Charlottetown, PEI
Dr Natalie Cauchon, Bathurst, NB
Dr David Chan, Ancaster, Ont
Dr Corinna Chung, Thunder Bay, Ont
Dr François Couturier, St Lambert, Que
Dr Peter Deimling, Orillia, Ont
Dr Richard Denton, Kirkland Lake, Ont
Dr Harold Dion, Montreal, Que
Dr David Dixon, London, Ont
Dr Connie Ellis, Calgary, Alta
Dr Jennifer Everson, Hamilton, Ont
Dr Chris Finch, Mission, BC
Dr Martin Fortin, Chicoutimi, Que
Dr Thomas Freeman, London, Ont
Dr Wendy Graham, Port aux Basques, Nfld
Dr Jennifer Hall, Saint John, NB
Dr Kenneth Hook, Tavistock, Ont
Dr Darcy Johnson, Winnipeg, Man
Dr Michael Kates, Mississauga, Ont
Dr Roger Ladouceur, Verdun, Que
Dr Peter Lake, Queen Charlotte, BC
Dr Tessa Laubscher, Saskatoon, Sask
Dr James MacKillop, Sydney, NS
Dr Lawrence Malo, Timmins, Ont
Dr Maria Manno, Oakville, Ont
Dr Denise Marshall, Grimsby, Ont
Dr Mary Frances Moriarty, Dartmouth, NS
Dr Lynn Nash, Ancaster, Ont
Dr Kevin Rod, North York, Ont
Dr Diane Roger-Achim, Montreal, Que
Dr Ellen Rosenberg, Montreal, Que
Dr Pierre Michel Roy, Sherbrooke, Que
Dr Kanwal Shankardass, Dundas, Ont
Dr Marla Shapiro, North York, Ont
Dr Raymond Singer, Winnipeg, Man
Dr Garth Slysz, Charlottetown, PEI
Dr Carol Valois, St Bruno, Que
Dr Robert Williams, St Bruno, Que
Dr Jody Woolfrey, Botwood, Nfld
Dr John Wootton, Shawville, Que
Awards of Excellence recognize CFPC members who, in the past 12 to 24 months, have made outstanding contributions to one or more of the following: patient care, community service, hospital or health care institutions, the health care system, College activities (National or Chapter), teaching, research, or other elements of the discipline of family medicine.
CFPC CERTIFICATION EXAMINATION AWARDS
Irwin Bean Award
Dr Joanne Barker, Steinbach, Man
Bob Robertson Award
Dr Lisa Simon, Hamilton, Ont
These awards, honouring the late Dr Irwin Bean, CFPC President from 1962 to 1963 and the first Chair of the CFPC’s Committee on Examinations, and the late Dr Bob Robertson, CFPC President from 1980 to 1981, are presented annually to the candidates who achieve the highest standing among practice-eligible candidates and family medicine residents, respectively, in the Certification Examination in Family Medicine.
MEDICAL STUDENT AWARDS
CFPC Medical Student Leadership Awards
Dr Daniel Crompton, University of British Columbia
Dr Sameena Khan, University of Calgary
Dr Gaylene Genge, University of Alberta
Dr Kevin Ledding, University of Saskatchewan
Dr Michael Isaac, University of Manitoba
Dr Clarissa Holding, University of Western Ontario
Dr Salma Rawof, McMaster University
Dr Milvi Tiislar, University of Toronto
Dr Andrew Sparrow, Queen’s University
Dr Nili Kaplan-Myrth, University of Ottawa
Dr Xavier Huppé, Laval University
Dr Anne Kittler-Fath, McGill University
Dr Etienne Villeneuve, University of Montreal
Dr Marie-France Bernier, University of Sherbrooke
Dr Jennifer Sinclair, Dalhousie University
Dr Colette Dawson, Memorial University of Newfoundland
These awards recognize the leadership abilities of outstanding Canadian medical students in their final undergraduate year of study at each of Canada’s medical schools. These awards are supported by donations from Scotiabank, the CFPC, and the REF.
CFPC Medical Student Scholarships
Mr Daniel Paré, University of British Columbia
Ms Melissa Paquette, University of Calgary
Mr Rhett Taylor, University of Alberta
Ms Rachel Gough, University of Saskatchewan
Mr Justin Ting, University of Manitoba
Ms Jennifier Hammell, Northern Ontario School of Medicine
Ms Michelle Homer, University of Western Ontario
Ms Solveiga Pranaityte, McMaster University
Ms Danielle A. Kain, University of Toronto
Ms Kate Morgan, Queen’s University
Mr Matthew Moher, University of Ottawa
Ms Marie-Hélène Marchand, Laval University
Ms Sanjukta Basak, McGill University
Ms Dounia Kayal, University of Montreal
Ms Chloé Pelletier, University of Sherbrooke
Mr Stuart Whittaker, Dalhousie University
Ms Susanne Price, Memorial University of Newfoundland
These scholarships recognize outstanding Canadian medical students in their second-last undergraduate year of study, at each of Canada’s medical schools, who have demonstrated an interest in or commitment to careers in family medicine. These awards are supported by donations from Scotiabank, the CFPC, and the REF.
FAMILY MEDICINE RESIDENT AWARDS
Murray Stalker Memorial Award
Dr Jonathan Kerr, Belleville, Ont
This award, named in honour of the late Dr Murray Stalker, first CFPC President (1954 to 1955), recognizes scholarly achievements and leadership among family medicine residents.
Research Awards for Family Medicine Residents
Dr Jodine Klippenstein and Dr Serena Verma, University of British Columbia
Dr Grace Ma, McGill University
These awards recognize the research achievements of family medicine residents. They are supported by the Professional Association of Internes and Residents of Ontario.
Nadine St-Pierre Award
Dr Marianne Lemay, University of Sherbrooke
This award, named in honour of the late Dr Nadine St-Pierre, who was instrumental in the development of the French-language version of the Certification Examination in Family Medicine, recognizes an outstanding Francophone family medicine resident.
CFPC Family Medicine Resident Leadership Awards
Dr Kraig Montalbetti, University of British Columbia
Dr Sean Caine, University of Calgary
Dr Gregory Keen-Wai Chan, University of Alberta
Dr Carmel Overli-Domes, University of Saskatchewan
Dr Ainslie Mihalchuk, University of Manitoba
Dr Carrie Kuntz, Northern Ontario School of Medicine
Dr Matthew Shaw, University of Western Ontario
Dr Andrew Organek, McMaster University
Dr Judy Marshall, University of Toronto
Dr Heather Zimcik, University of Toronto
Dr Jonathan Kerr, Queen’s University
Dr Mark Unger, University of Ottawa
Dr Marianne Boulanger, Laval University
Dr Helen Mavromichalis, McGill University
Dr Anne-Patricia Prevost, University of Montreal
Dr François-Xavier Caillé, University of Sherbrooke
Dr Robert John MacKenzie, Dalhousie University
Dr Gabriel Woollam, Memorial University of Newfoundland
These awards recognize the leadership abilities of outstanding senior family medicine residents from each of Canada’s family medicine residency programs. They are supported by Scotiabank, the CFPC, and the REF.
CFPC Family Medicine Resident Awards for Scholarship
Dr Amritpal Arora, University of British Columbia
Dr Jennifer Brandon, University of Calgary
Dr Jarrod Anderson, University of Alberta
Dr Mawien Akot, University of Saskatchewan
Dr Sabiha Javid, University of Saskatchewan
Dr Quy Doan, University of Manitoba
Dr Jana Malhotra, University of Western Ontario
Dr Andrew Organek, McMaster University
Dr Cheryl Hunchak, University of Toronto
Dr Silvy Mathew, University of Toronto
Dr Kamila Premji, University of Toronto
Dr Natalie Sin Yan Too, University of Toronto
Dr Elizabeth Grier, Queen’s University
Dr Jennifer MacIsaac, University of Ottawa
Dr Hans Rosenberg, University of Ottawa
Dr Hermes Mauricio Manrique Bello, Laval University
Dr Valérie Lafortune, Laval University
Dr Judith Lajeunesse, Laval University
Dr Anne-Marie Lambert-Perrault, Laval University
Dr Grace Ma, McGill University
Dr Daniel Chouinard, University of Sherbrooke
Dr Matthieu Laliberté, University of Sherbrooke
Dr Olivier Normandin, University of Sherbrooke
Dr Jane Anne Howard, Dalhousie University
Dr Ryan Sommers, Dalhousie University
Dr Karen Angus, Memorial University of Newfoundland
These awards recognize outstanding scholarly activity by family medicine residents. They are supported by the Association of Family Medicine Residency Directors, the North American Primary Care Research Group, and the CFPC.
Early Career Development Awards
Dr John Campbell, Grand Falls–Windsor, Nfld
Dr Antoine Groulx, Gaspé, Que
These awards recognize family physicians in their first 5 years of practice for their leadership abilities.
AMS-Mimi Divinsky Awards for History and Narrative in Family Medicine
Best English story by a family physician:
“Good Enough” by Dr Merrilee Brown, Port Perry, Ont Best French story by a family physician:
“Les miracles existent encore” by Dr Francine Léger, Montreal, Que
Best story by a family medicine resident:
“La présence” by Dr Patricia Marchand, Trois Rivières, Que
These awards are named in memory of the late Dr Mimi Divinsky for her role as a pioneer in narrative medicine in Canada. They are supported by Associated Medical Services Inc.
CANADIAN FAMILY PHYSICIAN AWARDS
Canadian Family Physician Best Original Research Article
Dr Graham Worrall, Whitbourne, Nfld
with Dr James Hutchinson, Dr Gregory Sherman, and Mr Joseph Griffiths
Diagnosing streptococcal sore throat in adults. Randomized controlled trial of in-office aids. Can Fam Physician 2007;53:666-71.
Recipients are recognized for original research judged to be the best of its genre published in Canadian Family Physician during the preceding year.
CONTINUING EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT AWARDS
C. Robert Kemp Palliative Care Scholarships
Dr Elisa Mori-Torres, St Albert, Alta
Dr Carmen Stuart, Hanwell, NB
These awards, presented in the name of Dr C. Robert Kemp, a Past President of the Ontario College of Family Physicians (1967 to 1968), support family physicians’ participation in palliative care programs. These awards are supported by donations to the REF from the Kemp Family Stoney Creek Fund of the Hamilton Community Foundation.
Hollister King Rural Family Practice Scholarship
Dr Elizabeth Senderewich, Roblin, Man
Awarded in memory of the late Dr Hollister King, CFPC President from 1977 to 1978 and former Chief of Family Practice at Women’s College Hospital in Toronto, Ont, this scholarship provides an opportunity for a practising family physician to attain or enhance special skills in delivery of rural medical care. This award is supported by donations to the REF.
Janus Continuing Professional Development and Continuing Medical Education Scholarships
Dr Rahel Ahmed, Moose Factory, Ont
Dr Jaun Bothma, Moose Factory, Ont
Dr Olivia Bottenheim, Moose Factory, Ont
Dr Celeste Collins-Bothma, Moose Factory, Ont
Dr Dale Dewar, Wynyard, Sask
Dr Graham Dodd, Kamloops, BC
Dr Amy Gillis, Edmonton, Alta
Dr Claire Kendall, Ottawa, Ont
Dr Sheila Lakhoo, Calgary, Alta
Dr Constance LeBlanc, Halifax, NS
Dr Lisa Lefebvre, Toronto, Ont
Dr Janet Northcott, Moose Factory, Ont
Dr Roderick Oishi, Edson, Alta
Dr Jason Scott, Dauphin, Man
Dr Marlene Spruyt, Manitowaning, Ont
Dr Charles Su, Ottawa, Ont
Dr Guylene Theriault, Gatineau, Que
Dr Murray Trusler, Moose Factory, Ont
Dr Terry Unger, Moose Factory, Ont
Through these scholarships, the CFPC’s Janus Project supports family doctors carrying out continuing medical education activities related to meeting the changing needs of their patients and communities. These scholarships are supported by donations to the REF from Associated Medical Services Inc and Scotiabank.
Janus Scholarship for International Health Projects
Dr Alsion Doucet, Montreal, Que
This scholarship supports a CFPC member engaging in international health care projects either in Canada or abroad and promoting family medicine abroad. This award is supported by donations to the REF from Associated Medical Services Inc and Scotiabank.
CFPC Scholarships in Women’s Health
Dr Melissa Allan, Iqaluit, NU
Dr Virginia Clark, Golden, BC
Dr Jennie Jackson-Hughes, Ottawa, Ont
Dr James Laurence Reynolds, Winnipeg, Man
Dr Lea Rossiter, Toronto, Ont
Dr Gabrielle Singer, Ottawa, Ont
Dr Anne Thompson, Vancouver, BC
Dr Avaleen Vopicka, London, Ont
These scholarships are awarded to family physicians to support their continuing professional development activities related to women’s health. They are supported by donations to the REF from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynecologists of Canada’s Foundation for the Promotion of Reproductive and Sexual Health.
Geeta Gupta Equity and Diversity Award
Dr Dale Guenter, Hamilton, Ont
This award is presented in honour of Dr Geeta Gupta, a family physician devoted to working with minority and ethnic communities, and recognizes an outstanding family physician who has shown leadership in caring for diverse patients or populations. This award is supported by donations to the REF from the Ben Topor Family Foundation through the Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal.
CFPC RESEARCH AWARDS AND GRANTS
Janus Research Grants
Dr Jose Francois, Winnipeg, Man
Dr Liisa Jaakkimainen, Toronto, Ont
Dr Catherine Jarvis, Montreal, Que
Dr Philippe Karazivan, Montreal, Que
Dr Nicholas Pimlott, Toronto, Ont
Dr Anjana Srinivasan, Mount Royal, Que
These grants support family physicians carrying out research projects to help meet the changing needs of their patients and communities. They are supported by Associated Medical Services Inc and Scotiabank.
Janus Research Proposal Development Grants
Dr Jason Hosain, Saskatoon, Sask
Dr Kathie McNally, Charlottetown, PEI
Dr Rajni Saksena, St Lambert, Que
These grants, intended to build family medicine research capacity, support academic and community-based family physicians in active practice to develop research grant proposals.
D.M. Robb Research Grant
Dr Vesta Michelle Warren, Sundre, Alta
This award honours the late Dr Douglas Robb, a Past President of the New Brunswick Chapter of the CFPC from 1979 to 1980. This award supports the research activities of a community-based family physician.
CFPC Outstanding Family Medicine Research Article
Dr Juan Munoz, Hamilton, Ont
with Dr Jonel Miklea, Ms Michelle Howard, Dr Russ Springate, and Dr Janusz Kaczorowski
Canalith repositioning maneuver for benign paroxysmal positional vertigo. Randomized controlled trial in family practice. Can Fam Physician 2007;53:1048-53.
This award recognizes the best research article published in a national or international journal during the preceding year that was based on family medicine research carried out by a CFPC member.
FELLOWSHIP
Fellowship in the College of Family Physicians of Canada (FCFP) is an honour the CFPC confers upon Certificant members who have maintained their membership and Certification for a minimum of 10 consecutive years, demonstrating their ongoing commitment to continuing professional development and lifelong learning. The names of CFPC Fellows for 2008 can be found at www.cfpc.ca/awards.
LIFE MEMBERS
Life membership is awarded to those 70 or older who have been CFPC members in good standing for at least 10 consecutive years immediately before the date of nomination. The names of Life Members for 2008 can be found at www.cfpc.ca/awards.
Footnotes
Cet article se trouve aussi en français à la page 105.