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A distinguished career and a remarkable presidency: Celebrating the legacy of David Farrar as he concludes his term as McMaster University’s eighth president https://t.co/teAuF3dVAk

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🚑 Hamilton has been deeply impacted by the opioid crisis. C26 med student @BhavyaPGandhi helped lead an initiative placing 32 naloxone kits across McMaster’s campus—the first of its kind at an Ontario university.

🔗 Read more: https://t.co/hOT2JR4v4K

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Heather McLeod, Chair, Pre-Clerkship, at McMaster UGME, effective July 1 🎉

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📻 Dr. Amanda Bell, NRC Regional Assistant Dean, joined 610 CKTB with C26 med student Grant Sweeny and Simon Akinsulie of Niagara Health.

They discussed @niagarahealth's role in shaping future doctors through hands-on, community-based training. 👩‍⚕️👨‍⚕️

🎧 https://t.co/1iTJSYTryf

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Anjali Menezes, Professional Competencies Domain Planner, Social, Cultural, & Humanistic Dimensions of Health, at McMaster UGME, effective July 1 🎉

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Jessica Huynh, Professional Competencies Domain Planner, Ethics, at McMaster UGME, effective July 1 🎉

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Shawn Mondoux, Director, Assessment, at McMaster UGME, effective July 1 🎉

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Tom Alexander, Director, Service-Learning, at McMaster UGME, effective July 15 🎉

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🪶 June is National Indigenous History Month, a time to celebrate, reflect, & learn about the histories, cultures, & contributions of First Nations, Inuit, & Métis peoples.

#McMasterUGME supports inclusive learning that values Indigenous perspectives.

https://t.co/QXJ7XxDvGU

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🌈 June is Pride Month — a time to celebrate the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.

At #McMasterUGME, we’re proud to support a space where everyone feels safe, seen, and valued as we work toward a more inclusive, equitable future in medicine.

Events and resources: https://t.co/JOT2aqoq5R

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📢 The May issue of the UGME Newsletter is here! This month, we’re highlighting student success, social accountability, upcoming events, and exciting research across all three campuses. Don’t miss the latest updates from McMaster UGME — read it now!

https://t.co/FwLwX85dz2

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Today is Red Dress Day — a day to honour Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls & Two-Spirit People (MMIWG2S).

Red dresses hang across campus in remembrance. We stand with those seeking justice, healing & change.

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🧸 NRC learners hosted a Teddy Bear Clinic at the Boys and Girls Club in Fort Erie!

Kids explored stations like Primary Care, X-ray, Hand Hygiene & more — all while caring for their teddy bear “patients.” Thanks to our learners for a fun, educational day!

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Despite the challenges within the specialty, these residents are passionate about family medicine.

Learn more about them, their proudest moments and advice for future medical learners considering this vital specialty. @McMasterPGME 👇

https://t.co/G48WnlTxWI

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📢 The April issue of the UGME Newsletter is out! Catch up on campus updates, awards, recruitment opportunities, and more.

Stay connected with what's happening across McMaster UGME - check it out today: https://t.co/Ef5XmOrcrF

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Arden Azim as Professional Competencies Domain Planner, Effective Communication & Self-Awareness Skills, with #McMasterUGME, effective April 1 🎉

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Does your teddy have an ouchie?
Bunnykins have an earache?
Do needles make your kids nervous?
Bring your littles and their stuffie companions to the Westdale Branch for some stress-free TLC with @mcmasteru Medical Students on April 22 from
4-5:30pm. https://t.co/kKrM4JZ5y0

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We are pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Rae Brager as Director, Integration Foundation, with #McMasterUGME, effective May 1 🎉

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🌍 Today is World Health Day — a time to reflect on our shared commitment to building a healthier, more equitable future.

From research to advocacy to clinical care, McMaster medical learners and educators are making a difference every day. 💛

#WorldHealthDay

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March 8 is International Women’s Day, a time to celebrate the achievements of women everywhere. Thank you to the women in our #McMasterUGME community—learners, staff, and faculty—who inspire, lead, and shape the future of medicine.

#IWD2025 #WomenInMedicine