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The founding of the Faculty

In April 1945, the University of Ottawa had three good reasons why the time was right to start a medical school — and three good reasons why it wasn’t.
In April 1945, the University of Ottawa had three good reasons why the time was right to start a medical school — and three good reasons why it wasn’t.

December 20, 2019
Two Faculty of Medicine employees having fun at the holiday photo booth.

Staff honoured for achievements and years of service at annual luncheon

A magic show, a holiday-themed photo booth, and a slew of awards created a festive atmosphere at the Staff Appreciation Luncheon December 13.
A magic show, a holiday-themed photo booth, and a slew of awards created a festive atmosphere at the Staff Appreciation Luncheon December 13.

December 18, 2019
Photo of a medical student

In Memoriam: Ryan Séguin

A caring, positive individual, Ryan had a passion for supporting and mentoring medical students.
A caring, positive individual, Ryan had a passion for supporting and mentoring medical students.

December 11, 2019

Ukrainian radiologist and chess master may have inspired Dr. Zhivago

Dr. Fedor Bohatirchuk served as an MD in World Wars I and II, before fleeing the advancing Soviet Army and becoming an anatomy professor at uOttawa’s fledgling medical school.
Dr. Fedor Bohatirchuk served as an MD in World Wars I and II, before fleeing the advancing Soviet Army and becoming an anatomy professor at uOttawa’s fledgling medical school.

November 28, 2019

Building a medical school

From its humble beginnings in army barracks, to the modern facilities of Roger Guindon Hall, this is the story of how our medical school’s home has changed and grown.  
From its humble beginnings in army barracks, to the modern facilities of Roger Guindon Hall, this is the story of how our medical school’s home has changed and grown.  

November 28, 2019
Four university students of different ethnic backgrounds sit in a row, with a window behind them.

Faculty of Medicine launches new Master of Public Health program

With global events demonstrating the vital importance of public health, this 16-month program will produce national and international leaders in the field. 
With global events demonstrating the vital importance of public health, this 16-month program will produce national and international leaders in the field. 

November 27, 2019