Decolonizing medical education and practice through leadership, research and teaching
Dr. Crowshoe founded the Elbow River Healing Lodge to provide optimal, integrated Indigenous health care. He also strives to decolonize medical education and enhance care through the arts.
Forensic pathologist Kona Williams on learning the language of the dead
“There are no physicians in my family so medical school was a huge eye opener for me,” says Kona Williams, MD, FRCPC, the only First Nations forensic pathologist in Canada.
Royal College recognizes Indigenous sovereignty with raising of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation flag
The Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation flag was raised on June 20, 2019. This flag will serve as a permanent reminder of Algonquin sovereignty.
Departing President grants Royal College a gift with roots
Past-President Dr. Francoise P. Chagnon gifted the Royal College a red oak. “I chose a red oak because it symbolizes strength, morale, resistance and knowledge.”
Dr. Esther Tailfeathers wins Dr. Thomas Dignan Indigenous Health Award
“She is the epitome of the ripple effect; her career continues to inspire other generations of Indigenous physicians to do more.”
What does it mean to provide culturally safe care for Indigenous patients?
Indigenous health will soon be a core component of postgraduate medical education. Find out how the Indigenous Health PGME Implementation Steering Committee is approaching this work.
