Connie J. Eaves, PhD
Major influence in the field of stem cell research Dr. Eaves’ work, spanning four decades, provided meaningful insights into the biology of leukemia and breast cancer. Her discoveries advanced cur…
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Cornelia (Nel) Wieman MD
Dr. Cornelia (Nel) Wieman works for the First Nations Health Authority (FNHA) in British Columbia in the Office of the Chief Medical Officer as the Acting Deputy Chief Medical Officer. She is Ani…
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D. Lorne Tyrrell, MD PhD
Internationally recognized expert of hepatitis B (HBV) An exceptional teacher, compassionate physician and accomplished researcher, Dr. Tyrrell has positioned the University of Alberta and Canada …
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Daniel J. Drucker, MD
Revealed the potential for gut hormones to achieve dramatic clinical outcomes in the treatment of life-limiting and life-threatening metabolic and intestinal disorders Short bowel syndrome, a diso…
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David H. Hubel, MD
One of the greats of neuroscience David H. Hubel moved to Montreal at the age of three where he was raised and eventually graduated from McGill University with degrees in mathematics, physics, and…
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David J.A. Jenkins, DM DPhil DSc
Invented the glycemic index to classify carbohydrates and their effects on blood glucose levels, associated with the incidence of diabetes, stroke, and cardiovascular disease mortality “Let food b…
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David MacLennan, PhD
An interdisciplinary researcher who developed our understanding of normal and abnormal muscle function As a newly independent investigator in 1969, Dr MacLennan embarked on the isolation and chara…
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David Naylor, MD DPhil
An influential advocate of medical research and excellence in health service provision in Canada Accomplished physician-scientist C. David Naylor, past dean of medicine and president emeritus at t…
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David R. Anderson MD
Dr. David R. Anderson is a hematologist, professor of medicine, and as of July 1, 2015, he became dean of the Faculty of Medicine at Dalhousie University. His clinical interests are the care of patie…
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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.