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Please see below for the following updates:

• Congratulations Dr Nazik Hammad- Celebrating Excellence in Global Oncology Mentorship
• Claudia dos Santos led a team in Toronto to develop a highly accurate blood test for predicting sepsis.
• Join CAIRN-UofT: A New Research Network for Chronic Autoimmune and Inflammatory Diseases
• Engagement Survey
• SMH Annual DOM Reception – June 4 – 5:00pm,  Pantages Hotel
• SMH Department of Med - 37th Annual - Higgins Day Resident Research Event – June 23, 2025

Congratulations Dr Nazik Hammad- Celebrating Excellence in Global Oncology Mentorship

Congratulations to Dr. Nazik Hammad on receiving the prestigious International Women Who Conquer Cancer Mentorship Award from Conquer Cancer, the ASCO Foundation.

Dr. Hammad, professor of medical oncology at St. Michael’s Hospital and the University of Toronto, was recognized for her exceptional leadership and dedication to mentorship, particularly in global oncology and medical education in low- and middle-income countries. Her trailblazing work—ranging from launching the Choosing Wisely Africa initiative to shaping cancer policy in humanitarian settings—continues to inspire us all.

Congratulations, Dr. Hammad, on this well-deserved honour!

Read more about the award