DEPARTMENT OF MEDICINE MONTHLY NEWSLETTER
AUGUST 2022
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Dr. Nicolas Berbenetz, Division of Cardiology, locum from July 1 to December 31, 2022
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Dr. Andrew Caddell, Division of Cardiology, starting July 11, 2022
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Dr. Margaret Sheridan, Division of Medical Oncology, locum from July 1 to November 30, 2022
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Dr. Ashley Davidson, Division of Medical Oncology
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Dr. Ziran Meng, Division of General Internal Medicine, locum from July 1, 2022, to March 31, 2023
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Dr. Brian Moses, Division of General Internal Medicine, short locum in MTU for the weeks of July 29-August 4 and October 14-20, 2022
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Dr. Alexandra Rogers, Division of Geriatric Medicine, full time starting July 11, 2022
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Dr. Caitlin Tarlton, Division of Neurology, full time starting July 18, 2022.
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Dr. Karam Al Jumaily, Division of Respirology, locum from July 1, 2022, to March 31, 2023
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Dr. Alexandra Legge, Division of Rheumatology, starting July 1, 2022
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Dr. Alia Bosworth, Division of Dermatology, Community Based effective July 1, 2022
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Dr. Tahmina Wahab, Division of General Internal Medicine, effective July 1, 2022
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Dr. Shannon Murphy, Division of Hematology, starting August 1, 2022
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Dr. J. Mariah Hughes, Division of Infectious Diseases, starting August 1, 2022
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Dr. Erin Maguire, Division of Dermatology, Community Based, starting August 1, 2022
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Dr. Kristyna Cleminson, Division of Dermatology, Locum from August 15 to December 31, 2022
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Dr. Teresa Rodriguez started a Clinical Fellowship with the Division of Respirology (supervisor Dr. Debra Morrison). Teresa is concurrently working in a locum capacity with the Division until March 31, 2023.
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Dr. Tommy Brothers, Resident in General Internal Medicine, and Dr. Jasmine Mah, Resident in core internal medicine program, are continuing in the CIP program while concurrently completing their respective residencies.
- July 7 - Vicky Triantafyllou joins the Division of Cardiology as Administrative Assistant to Drs. Caddell / Merrick / Cox.
- July 25 - Haley Lively joins the Division of General Internal Medicine as Administrative Assistant to Drs. Workman / Manning.
- August 2 - Kalisa Ganzeveld joins the Division of Division of Digestive Care & Endoscopy as Administrative Assistant for the Referral Line and Dr. Gruchy.
- August 16 - Ellen Denny has returned from leave to the Division of Digestive Care & Endoscopy as Administrative Assistant to Drs. Kohansal / G. Williams. Cheryl Burton-Myles covered Ellen's position while on leave.
- August 29 - Makaylah Farrell, Division of Respirology, replaces Shelley Sani. Shelly Sani accepted the Team Lead Role in June.
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- June - Dr. Mandat Maharaj celebrated for almost three decades of contributions to neurological services in Cape Breton. The cornerstone of neurology in Cape Breton. That’s how Dr. Laith Shimon describes his colleague and fellow neurologist Dr. Mandat Maharaj. In June, Dr. Maharaj semi-retired after 27 years of service within the Nova Scotia Health system, a 30-year career in neurology and many contributions to health care in Eastern Zone. Originally from Trinidad and Tobago, Dr. Maharaj started his practice at Cape Breton Regional Hospital in 1996. He has been instrumental in the implementation of the hospital’s neurology service, including specialty clinics for multiple sclerosis (MS), electroencephalogram (EEG), electromyography (EMG) and Botox. He also set up one of the first non-academic stroke units in the country. In 2015, he received the Distinguished Service Award from Doctors Nova Scotia for his outstanding contributions to neurology and his commitment to providing professional development for local physicians. Dr. Maharaj will continue to work at the hospital part time. Congratulations Dr. Maharaj! Read story by Nova Scotia Health.
- July 15 - Lynn Hines, Administrative Assistant, has left the Division of Hematology and moved to another opportunity at Nova Scotia Health.
- July 22 - Valerie Orgar has left the DoM Administration (Central Office) for another opportunity.
- July 27 - Abby MacGillivray is on leave until August 2023
- July 29 - Heather LeBlanc has left the Division of Geriatric Medicine.
- August 13 - Angela Anderson has left the Division of Hematology.
- August 26 - Farewell to Lesley Dagley, Manager. Lesley’s last day with the department will be on Friday, August 26. Lesley has been with us for over 5 years. She has been a tremendous HR support to our administrative teams and a valued colleague – always the voice of reason. We wish Lesley all the best as she moves onto a new and exciting opportunity.
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A warm and hearty welcome to the new core internal medicine residents, specialty, subspecialty residents and fellows to the department of medicine. We look forward to working with you.
For a full picture roster of the core internal medicine residents, click HERE.
If you would like to request a colour-printed copy of the resident roster, please email domeducation@nshealth.ca with your name and mailing address.
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Dr. Mahmoud Elsawy helps bring CAR-T cell therapy cancer treatment to Atlantic Canada
The Queen Elizabeth II Health Sciences Centre in Halifax became the first facility in Atlantic Canada to offer CAR -T cell therapy locally as of March 2022. Read more about how, Dr. Mahmoud Elsawy, Hematologist and Medical Director of Nova Scotia Health CAR-T Cell Therapy, worked with the government to bring the therapy to Nova Scotia. Dr. Sudeep Shivakumar and Dr. Darrell White were also quoted in the article.
https://www.nshealth.ca/news/nova-scotia-health-first-atlantic-canada-offer-cutting-edge-cancer-treatment-car-t-cell-therapy
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Dr. Stephanie Snow, 2022 DMAA
Young Alumna of the Year
Dr. Stephanie Snow, Medical Oncologist, and will be honored at the Dalhousie Medical Alumni Association awards ceremony in November. This award is given each year to recognize an early career alumnus who has made a significant contribution to Dalhousie Medical School, other medical schools or their community, in the areas of clinical practice, teaching, research or public service. Congratulations and well-deserved, Dr. Snow!
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Dr. Amy Trottier Successful in
NSH Health Research Fund Competition
Dr. Amy Trottier is the recipient of a NSH Research Fund grant for her application entitled, “Interplay between genetic predisposition and environmental factors on the development of plasma cell dyscrasias in the Maritime Provinces.” The funding was matched by the department’s University Internal Medicine Research Foundation (UIMRF) for grand total funding of $172,443.50 over 3 years. Congratulations to Dr. Trottier.
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Dr. Kyle Murnaghan receives Emergency Medicine Award
Dr. Kyle Murnaghan was awarded the 2022 Consulting Resident Award from the Department of Emergency Medicine. Kyle recently completed his residency in Cardiology and is pursuing a critical care fellowship in Calgary. We wish Kyle all the best.
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Dr. Rachel Sullivan, Dr. Tommy Brothers recognized at Faculty of Medicine Research Awards
Dr. Rachel Sullivan, DG&E Resident, won for Best Work in Clinical Research. Awarded to a resident who has incorporated research into their primary training program. Sponsor: Dalhousie Medical Alumni Association
Dr. Tommy Brothers, CIP and GIM Resident, won the Best Overall Award. Tommy will be given a CSCI membership for two years and a signed certificate from the CSCI President. Sponsors: CSCI/CIHR
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Dr. Shane Journeay recognized by University of Toronto
Congratulations to Shane Journeay, Phd, MD, MPH, who was awarded the University of Toronto Division of PM&R Researcher of the Year Award for 2022. Dr. Journeay holds an academic appointment with the DoM and is a member of the DoM Research Committee.
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Dr. T. Jock Murray inducted to Giants of Multiple Sclerosis recognition program
NeurologyLive, in partnership with the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centers (CMSC), recently announced the inaugural class of inductees for the Giants of Multiple Sclerosis recognition program. The premier neuroscience award that recognizes and celebrates the pioneers, innovators, and difference makers who have achieved landmark successes and have significantly contributed to the betterment of care for people with multiple sclerosis. Honorees were inducted into nine categories: Neurology, Neuroimaging, Research, Patient Care, Nursing, Rehabilitation, Pharmacy, Global Impact, and Mental Health.
Dr. T. Jock Murray, Professor in the Division of Neurology in the Department of Medicine, was the recipient in the Neurology category and was recognized with the other winners at an awards ceremony on June 2, 2022 at the Gaylord National Hotel and Conference Center in National Harbor, MD, during the 2022 CMSC Annual Meeting.
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Core Internal Medicine Program Director - Call for Applications
Please see message below from the Core Internal Medicine Education Office:
The Department of Medicine is currently seeking applications for the role of Program Director for the Core Internal Medicine Program. This is a 5 year term opening April 1, 2023; with option to renew for a second term based on meeting performance expectations. Due to the scheduled program Internal Review in November 2022 we are asking the successful applicant to mentor alongside our current Program Director through the accreditation process over the early fall 2022 months.
Full role overview attached for further information. This role includes chair of the Internal Medicine Program Director’s Committee (IMPDC) and PGME for the Department of Medicine.
Applicants must hold a faculty position in the Department, and Royal College certification in Internal Medicine. Interested applicants should apply to DOMEducation@nshealth.ca
(attention: Katie Barkhouse) with CV and letter of intent.
Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have any questions.
Thank you!
Dept of Medicine Education Office
Katie Barkhouse
Manager-Education, Program Administrator | Administration | Department of Medicine
Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University – Central Zone, Nova Scotia Health
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Correction from previous newsletter – Dr. Margaret Sheridan
It was previously reported that Dr. Sheridan will join the Divisions of Medical Oncology as a locum as well as the Division of Digestive Care & Endoscopy for a fellowship.
Correction: Dr. Sheridan will be joining the Division of Medical Oncology and completing a Fellowship specializing in hepatopancreatiobiliary and colorectal cancer malignancies as of December 1.
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