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In this podcast episode, medical student co-hosts Odessa and Justina had the pleasure of speaking with Dr. Kathleen Ross, President of the Canadian Medical Association (CMA). 



Dr. Ross shared her journey to medicine and leadership, fuelled by a passion for advocacy and equitable patient care. As a mother of two and rural-based family medicine physician with a diverse scope of practice, she brings a unique perspective to her leadership role, with prioritization of national healthcare reform, physician wellness, and advocacy. During our conversation, Dr. Ross highlights the importance of systemically promoting women's health issues and offers advice for women physicians and medical learners aspiring to pursue leadership roles while simultaneously prioritizing balance, boundary setting, and personal passions. We discuss the importance of mentorship throughout medical training and pursuits of advocacy  She also poignantly emphasizes the need for cultural change to better support physician wellness and calls for broad healthcare revitalization via shifting political priorities towards preventative health initiatives. 

 

Reflecting on her journey, Dr. Ross advises her younger self to embrace resilience and self-assurance. She offers meaningful advice regarding remaining open to opportunity, embracing authenticity and normalizing seeking support, collaboration, and mutual empowerment. 



Her ‘big picture’ words encapsulate the spirit of perseverance and determination that defines her remarkable career in medicine and leadership.



FMWC 100 Celebration September 2024 in Ottawa: https://fmwc.ca/events/100th-anniversary/

Welcome to Episode #4 of the FMWC 100 series which explores the remarkable history of medical women in Canada.

In this instalment,  Dr. Beverly Johnson, Mahakprit Kaur and Isabella Churchill narrate a journey of the first women trailblazers in medicine during the late 1800s - Dr. Emily Stowe and Dr. Jennie Trout. Listeners will hear about their indomitable courage and unwavering determination to become the first practicing and first licensed female physicians, respectively.  They also explore the inception of the Federation of Medical Women of Canada, sharing excerpts from the original meeting notes during those early years which paved the path for future generations of Canadian female physicians. Let’s dive in!



Credits:

Podcast Voices: Dr. Bev Johnson, Isabella Churchill, Mahakprit Kaur

Historical Researcher: Mahakprit Kaur

Social Media: Justina Melkis

Editor : Brandon Kaltabanis 

In Episode 3 of the FMWC 100 Series, Dr. Beverly Johnson and Isabella Churchill sit down with Santanna Hernandez, the Future Honorary Chair of the FMWC 100th celebration. She is a current 3rd year student at the University of Calgary’s medical school, a mother and recipient of the FMWC Student Leadership Award. Ms. Hernandez talks about breaking down barriers as a female and mother in medicine and shares with us her non-traditional path towards becoming a physician. Santana is a Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Winner and first Indigenous President of the Canadian Federation of Medical Students. The next step in her journey is her family medicine residency at the University of Calgary in Medicine Hat. 

To learn more about Ms. Hernandez, please visit the following links:

https://www.cma.ca/about-us/who-we-are/board-directors/santanna-hernandez-student

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IztYuFM3tNI

In Episode 2 of the FMWC 100 Series, Dr. Beverly Johnson and Isabella Churchill have the honour of interviewing Dr. Jane Philpott- honorary chair of the FMWC 100th celebration, a remarkable figure whose career spans diverse realms of healthcare, academia, and public service. Dr. Philpott's journey as a family doctor, former member of parliament, Dean of the Faculty of Health Sciences, Director of the School of Medicine at Queen’s University, and CEO of the Southeastern Ontario Academic Medical Organization offers a rich tapestry of experiences and insights. As the honorary chair for the FMWC 100, Dr. Philpott brings a wealth of wisdom and expertise to our discussion, shedding light on the intersections of medicine, policy, and leadership. Join us as we delve into her multifaceted career, exploring the challenges and triumphs that have shaped her remarkable trajectory in healthcare and beyond.

To read more about Dr. Philpott, please visit the following links:

https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/event/health-care-reform-for-the-people-a-conversation-with-former-canadian-health-minister-jane-philpott/

https://healthsci.queensu.ca/stories/blog/solving-family-doctor-crisis-through-education

Episode 12 features Dr. Christopher Tran, endocrinologist at The Ottawa Hospital. Dr. Tran is the current Program Director of the Endocrinology and Metabolism residency training program at the University of Ottawa.



In this episode, we gather Dr. Tran’s insights on osteoporosis, starting from the basics of what a fragility fracture is, to how the management of osteoporosis has evolved in the last 5-10 years. We discuss ways in which other specialists and medical learners can assist in optimizing bone health for patients that cross our paths. Dr. Tran explains why women are more likely to develop osteoporosis than men, and touches on the risk of osteoporosis is patients who identify as trans.



Clinical practice guideline for management of osteoporosis and fracture prevention in Canada (2023): https://osteoporosis.ca/2023-clinical-practice-guideline/

We present the Federation of Medical Women of Canada- Celebrating 100 Years of Legacy Podcast Series with Chair, Dr. Beverly Johnson and Co-Chair, Isabella Churchill, 

In the first episode of this podcast series, co-hosts Dr. Beverly Johnson and Dr. Kameela Alibhai sat down with Dr. May Cohen, Medical Hall of Fame Laureate, Officer to the Order of Canada, physician and educator as our Past Honorary Chair. Together, they discuss her training and her experience as a woman in medicine, her general practice and advocacy work, the impact of the FMWC on her career trajectory and her term as FMWC President from 1990-1991. She also shares colourful personal and professional stories throughout her life. 

To nominate a FMWC member for the May Cohen Award, please visit: https://fmwc.ca/may-cohen-award/

Visit these links to learn more about Dr. May Cohen:

https://www.cdnmedhall.ca/laureates/maycohen

https://maycohen.com/

https://www.cbc.ca/player/play/1539433539961