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The CAPM&R currently has five committees which report to the Executive Committee. The CAPM&R also has representation on the Royal College Specialty Committee in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (RC Specialty Committee). There are also two CAPM&R representatives on the Canadian Physiatrists Research and Development Foundation (CPRDF).
To contact the CAPM&R Executive or other committees, please write to info@capmr.ca.
About the Committees
Committee | Chair | Description |
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Executive Committee | Meet our Board | |
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) | Dr. Ricardo Viana | Terms of Reference & CME/CPD Mission Statement |
Education | Ricardo Viana |
Members at Large:
Rationales for Physiatric Principles in Medical School |
Research | Chantel Debert | Past Chair: Eldon Lo
Members at Large:
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Scientific Program | Paul Winston, Jaime Yu | Terms of Reference |
Royal College Specialty | Dr. Jennifer Yao | The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada establishes a Specialty Committee for each discipline it recognizes as a specialty or subspecialty by examination or accreditation. The Specialty Committee in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation advises the Royal College in matters related to the specialty of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation. |
Medical Students | Anthony Pokhoy | Past Chair: Nathan Agon-Chen
The Medical Students Committee (MSC) is a national committee of medical students that serves as the voice of the CAPM&R's student members; connecting CAPM&R with medical students across Canada. The committee will aim to foster a community for all students interested in pursuing physiatry to learn and grow together. SelectionAny medical student in MS1-MS4 in Canada is eligible to apply by submitting a statement of interest and their resume. A lottery will be conducted to select the incoming candidate for the Secretary and Representative positions. Selected candidates may swap positions amongst themselves if all parties are mutually agreeable. The deadline for the swapping period is one week following the release of the results of the lottery. TermMembers are asked to participate for 1 term, from July 1 - June 31. Members can serve for up to 3 terms. Responsibilities and opportunities
Eligibility
Accountability and reporting relationshipsThe MSC communicates with the CAPM&R Board of Directors. An annual plan will be submitted by the second month of the new term. An annual report of activities will be submitted at the end of each term. All activities will be subject to the approval of the Executive team. All members are expected to:
Membership roles:
Meetings:
Activities 2023-2024:
Past Events:Anthony PokhoyChairYear:4Anthony is a third-year medical student at McMaster University attending the Niagara Regional Campus. He has completed his Master's degree in Kinesiology studying rock climbing injuries at Western University. Anthony is passionate about helping patients navigate difficult circumstances, cultivating resilence, and optimizing their level of function. He joined the CAPM&R MSC to help build a community for the growing number of students interested in the specialty. In his free time, Anthony enjoys hiking, rock climbing, playing basketball, and spending time with friends and family. Rosalie RacineVice-ChairYear:4Rosalie is a third-year medical student at McGill University. Prior to medical school, she worked as a physiotherapist and has experience working in acute care with traumatic brain injury patients, as well as with McGill varsity athletes. Her professional experience and dedication to the field of rehabilitation has motivated her to share this passion with fellow medical students. She is committed to helping students discover the many benefits that the field of PM&R can offer -for both medical professionals and patients. Outside of medicine, Rosalie enjoys playing with her dog Mila, attending live music events and doing CrossFit. David DiaoSecretaryYear:4David is a third-year medical student at McMaster university. He completed his undergraduate degree at Western University with a specialization in physiology and pharmacology. David's interest in PM&R has been fuelled by the fascinating developments and innovations that are taking place in rehabilitation sciences. His goals are to make a difference for patients and empower them to maximize their daily functioning and athletic ability. He joined the CAPM&R MSC to help grant prospective medical students insight into PM&R as a specialty and career. David loves cooking, DIY projects, board games, and anything related to the outdoors! Jasmine NanjiCommunications RepYear:4Jasmine is a 3rd year medical student at Queen's University. She completed her MSc in Global Health at McMaster University where she investigated the impact of the Social Determinants of Health on health management and resource allocation. Jasmine's background as an athlete first led her to the field of PM&R, where she grew passionate about optimizing functional ability and quality of life. She joined the CAPM&R MSC to help connect medical students across Canada to opportunities relating to the field. In her spare time, she enjoys reading, going to the gym and spending time with friends and family. Kylie PeakeMembership RepYear:3Kylie is a second year medical student at the University of British Columbia in the Northern Medical Program. She received her BSc in Biology from the University of Alberta, Augustana Campus. Her interest in PM&R was sparked at a pretty young age watching her mom who is a Physiotherapist help patients regain functional mobility. She enjoys the collaborative nature of the specialty and is passionate about delivering care and post-injury management for patients in rural and remote locations. In her free time she enjoys running, playing basketball, golfing, cross-country skiing, and hanging with friends and family. Kailey SteinhausenEducation RepYear:4Kailey is a third year medical student at McMaster University as part of the Niagara Regional Campus. She completed her undergraduate degree in Biology & Psychology, Neuroscience, and Behaviour at McMaster University before going on to pursue a a master's degree in Translational Research at the University of Toronto which explored ways to bring research from the hands of researchers to patients who need them. Her interest in Physiatry is fuelled by a passion to target functional capabilities for people with an aim to improve quality of life. She joined CAPM&R to help students understand the nature of Physiatry as a career and foster a community to ask questions and provide insights into the field. In her free time she enjoys spending time with her cats, hiking, going for picnics, and playing sports. |