The Father of Canada's Palliative Care Movement
The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame mourns the loss of Dr. Balfour Mount, a pioneering figure in Canada's palliative care movement and a cherished Laureate of the Hall. Dr. Mount left us on September 25th, leaving behind a legacy that has transformed the way we approach compassionate care at the end of life.
Dr. Mount has travelled worldwide promoting and explaining palliative care, the pathophysiology of symptoms and their management, and the human experience of suffering endured by patients and families. Dr. Mount combined the rigours of scientific analysis with deep appreciation for individual human beings, a combination that helps to humanize the intellectual and procedural triumphs of modern medicine.
Dr. Mount’s innovative contributions and unwavering commitment have shaped palliative care into a vital component of healthcare across Canada and beyond. His legacy continues to inspire generations of healthcare professionals dedicated to providing holistic, patient-centered care.
The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame extends its deepest condolences to Dr. Mount’s family, friends, colleagues, and all those whose lives he touched through his groundbreaking work and compassionate spirit. His extraordinary contributions will be forever remembered and celebrated.
About the CMHF
The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame (CMHF) celebrates Canadian heroes whose work advances health in Canada and the world, fostering future generations of health professionals through the delivery of local and national youth education programs and awards.
This enduring tribute to our country’s rich medical history is showcased here and in our physical exhibit hall in London, ON
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