DEAN’S MESSAGE
MOMENTUM MAGAZINE
THE UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA’S
It is our mandate to ensure that
Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry
social accountability, patient-centred
continues to be propelled by
methods and a relentless search
unprecedented momentum, moving
for excellence remain as the pillars
at a strong and swift pace towards
that support every enterprise on
sustaining excellence.
which we embark.
Our faculty is taking a central role in the transformational development of Alberta’s health innovation ecosystem. We are proudly moving into new spaces that foster health entrepreneurship and scientific discovery for life-saving, tangible solutions. Working in tandem with strategic partners in research, education and care, we have advanced great lengths to serve communities with a higher understanding of their needs and precision approaches to diagnosis, prevention and treatment.
“Our research institutes stand out as invaluable cores of interdisciplinary work, bringing in fresh faces and talented minds ready to build on the legacy of the giants that went before us.”
We grow by weaving powerful connections that expand our reach.
This is a wonderful time to be a part
We solidify relationships with our
of the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry.
growing community of alumni—
A promising path awaits as we continue
ambassadors of our values and
to learn, mentor, collaborate and unveil
mission—and with our learners as we
new possibilities thanks to our most
envision the next steps for our faculty.
precious asset—our people.
Our research institutes stand out as invaluable cores of interdisciplinary
I hope you join us in this rewarding
work, bringing in fresh faces and
and fascinating journey.
talented minds ready to build on the legacy of the giants that went before us. We move forward together in collaboration and with curiosity, to redefine the face of Canadian and global health.
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FACULTY OF MEDICINE & DENTISTRY
RICHARD N. FEDORAK MD, FRCPC, FRCP (LONDON), FRCP (EDINBURGH), FRSC DEAN, FACULTY OF MEDICINE & DENTISTRY UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA
