Alumni

A community made whole by its many moving parts.

Our alumni community is a diverse network of clinicians, health system leaders, administrators, and researchers that span across health systems in Canada and around the world. As valued members of our community, alumni are well connected to IHPME through mentorship, speaking events, and supporting education and research.

Dean’s Alumni Advisory Council

Jennifer Mary Bell and Taylor Martin co-chair the Dean’s Alumni Advisory Council.  The Council meets three times annually and comprises a mix of alumni from across DLSPH’s programs (both PHS and IHPME) and focuses on alumni events, awards, mentorship and other special projects.

Latest Alumni Stories

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Victoria Boyd

Learn more about Victoria Boyd’s transformative journey through the HPER program at IHPME, which ignited her passion for health professions education research.

Anam Shahil-Feroz

Before, I used to focus only on the small tasks of each project, but this journey has helped me realize the importance of seeing how every step in a project contributes to a larger impact. During her nursing career, Dr. […]

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Sarah Neu

Learn about Sarah Neu’s contributions to patient care, healthcare policy, and her commitment to mentoring future healthcare professionals.

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Alan Gob

Dr. Alan Gob discusses his experience in the QIPS program and how it prepared him for his current work.

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Life After Graduation

As a new graduate or established alumni, you gain lifelong access to connections, resources, and support from the IHPME community. See how you’ll stay connected: 

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Upcoming Events

Research & Impact Day 2025: Bridging the Gap Between Research and Reality

May
7

May 7, 2025 from 8am-5pm (EDT)

Health Sciences Building
155 College Street

Event Details
A promotional graphic for the "Climate & Health Seminar Series" featuring a talk titled "Sustainable Healthcare: Where Healthcare and Climate Change Intersect." The event is scheduled for Wednesday, May 21, 2025, from 12:00–1:00 pm EST. The speaker is Dr. John Bonning, a Specialist Emergency Medicine Physician. The graphic has a blue-green gradient background with white text. In the bottom left corner, there are logos for the University of Toronto and the Collaborative Centre for Climate, Health & Sustainable Care. In the bottom right corner, the Choosing Wisely Canada logo is displayed. A circular headshot of Dr. John Bonning, wearing a patterned shirt and smiling, is positioned on the right side of the image.

Sustainable Healthcare: Where Healthcare and Climate Change Intersect

May
21

May 21, 2025 from Noon-1pm (EDT)

Online Via Zoom

Partner & Affiliate Events

Event Details
Promotional flyer for a two-part event titled "Engaging Community Voices: Making Progress Towards Health Equity through Research in Northwestern Toronto." The flyer invites participants to join two sessions of talks and interactive activities aimed at engaging the local community in health equity research. Session 1: When: Thursday, May 22, 2025, from 5:00–8:00 PM Where: York Woods Library Theatre, 1785 Finch Avenue West, Toronto, ON Who: Community members and anyone interested in health equity research What: Keynote lectures and an opportunity to learn about local research projects during a networking reception Includes QR code to register for Session 1 Session 2: When: Friday, May 23, 2025, from 1:00–5:00 PM Where: Humber River Health, Wilson Site, Paul B. Helliwell Auditorium (Level 3), 1235 Wilson Avenue, Toronto, ON Who: Healthcare professionals, researchers, and community members What: Presentations on local research initiatives and breakout sessions to establish local research priorities Includes QR code to register for Session 2 The flyer also notes that food and beverages will be provided, and parking is available at both venues. Contact email: nakbar@hrh.ca. Logos from CIHR, Humber River Health, and North Western Toronto OHT appear at the bottom, along with a welcoming note from Dr. Nadine Akbar and Fatah Awil on behalf of the planning committee. Background image shows a group of people participating in a roundtable discussion.

Engaging Community Voices: Making Progress Towards Health Equity through Research in Northwestern Toronto

May 22–23

May 22-23, 2025

IHPME Events / Partner & Affiliate Events

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DLSPH Dean’s Alumni Cocktail Reception

May
28

May 28, 2025 from 5:30pm-7:30pm (EDT)

The Faculty Club
41 Willcocks St, Toronto, ON M5S 3G3

IHPME Events / Partner & Affiliate Events

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Climate, Health & Sustainable Care 2025 Annual Symposium

Oct
30

Oct 30, 2025 from 9am-5pm (EDT)

Hart House, University of Toronto

IHPME Events

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Integrating Housing and Health: Dr. Andrew Boozary’s Vision for a More Equitable Toronto

April 25, 2025

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IHPME Student Elected to U of T’s Governing Council

March 31, 2025

Students

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IHPME Alumni and Faculty Drive Collaborative Effort to Tackle Inequities in Transgender and Gender Diverse Mental Health Care

March 25, 2025

Faculty / Research / Students

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CIHR-Funded Projects Featuring IHPME Researchers Drive Innovation in Global Health, Climate Justice, and Equitable Care

March 20, 2025

Awards / Faculty / Research

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IHPME Faculty Recognized Among Toronto’s Top Doctors

March 13, 2025

Faculty

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Student Leadership Award Winner Leading the Charge in Digital Health and Social Change

March 4, 2025

Awards / Students

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