bibrahim/traindata huggingface dataset:
This bursary was established in recognition of Dr. David Almond and Dr. Dennis Morgan, both graduates of Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Faculty of Medicine in 1980 who each led successful careers as cardiologists. Dr. Almond trained in interventional cardiology and was highly regarded for his clinical expertise and teaching skills. Among his many career accomplishments, Dr. Almond helped to establish the renowned interventional cardiology program at London Health Science Centre. Dr. Morgan, who attended medical school with the aid of bursaries and scholarships, worked across Canada while maintaining strong ties to his home in Newfoundland. He trained in echocardiography with a special interest in left ventricular function, and was beloved by patients, colleagues, family and friends. Both physicians were known for their compassion and ability to help patients feel comfortable and empowered in their care. Their families encourage the recipient of this bursary to strive for balance between their career in medicine, and with the personal activities and relationships that bring them happiness. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the bursary will be awarded annually to a student from Newfoundland and Labrador who has completed their third year of the MD program at Memorial University of Newfoundland. The recipient must demonstrate financial need as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. Preference will be given to those who have shown excellence in both academic and clinical skills. This bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Award in Psychiatry
This award is made available by the Discipline of Psychiatry. It is awarded to the most outstanding student in the area of Psychiatry during the core rotations of the Doctor of Medicine degree program. Valued at $500, it will be awarded annually. The recipient will be in the fourth year of this program and meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Andrew Bagby and Son Zachary Andrew Memorial Bursary
Dr. Andrew Bagby and Son Zachary Andrew Memorial Bursary
This bursary was initiated in memory of Dr. Andrew Bagby and his son Zachary by David and Kathleen Bagby, parents of Andrew. The recipient must have an engaging demeanor and must relate with ease to people at all levels, as this was a unique characteristic of Dr. Bagby. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to the graduating M.D. student who best demonstrates the qualities Andrew embodied: a positive caring attitude, a sense of camaraderie, passion for life, supportive of others with a genuine concern for, and desire to, impact positively on the lives of his/her classmates. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary. This bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Bartellas Family Award for Innovation in Medicine
This award was established by a donation from Dr. Elias Bartellas, MD, FRCS (C), DABOG. Dr. Bartellas was born in Cyprus, and obtained his medical degree from The Hebrew University in Jerusalem. He completed his obstetrics and gynecology residency training programs in Israel and at Memorial University of Newfoundland where he served as an associate clinical professor. Dr. Bartellas has been recognized provincially and nationally for distinction in teaching and mentorship. In addition to having a busy practice in obstetrics and gynecology, Dr. Bartellas has been a pioneer in innovation, simulation and the implementation of new medical technologies in his field. Together with his wife Dr. Maeve Kelly, a pediatrician and clinical assistant professor, they have raised three children who have followed in their parent’s footsteps at Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine and continued the family’s legacy of innovation. This award recognizes students who are pursuing innovative activities that have the potential to improve health care. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the award will be granted annually to a student who is the first or second year of the doctor of medicine degree program. Students can apply by submitting an application that describes their innovative activities to the Office of Student Affairs, Faculty of Medicine. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by the University. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Erika Bartlett Memorial Bursary
Erika Bartlett Memorial Bursary
This bursary is the result of an endowment to the University funded by donations from family and friends of the Bartlett family, as well as students, staff and faculty members of the Faculty of Medicine. This bursary is valued at a portion of the annual accrued interest on the endowment and is available to a staff member and a medical student in alternate years. The Erika Bartlett Bursary is administered by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards and awarded on the basis of a recommendation from the Dean, Faculty of Medicine. Applications are available at the Office of Student Affairs, Faculty of Medicine.
Selection Criteria Staff Member
To be eligible a candidate must:
Complete the appropriate application form,
Be employed full-time with the Faculty of Medicine,
Use the bursary to fund study at the undergraduate level,
Submit a grade to the selection committee upon completion of the course.
Selection Criteria Medical Student
To be eligible a student must:
Be registered in the fourth year of medical studies.
Be matched to a postgraduate program in Oncology (Medicine/Surgery/Radiology). If a student is not matched to an Oncology program then the recipient will be chosen at the discretion of the selection committee.
Dr. William Bavington Rural/Community Visit Award
This award is provided by the Division of Community Health and Humanities, Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University of Newfoundland, in honour of Dr. William Bavington. Dr. Bavington joined the Division of Community Health and Humanities after working for many years in rural general practice and rural community health both internationally and in Newfoundland and Labrador. He brought with him an interest in continuing and enhancing the education of medical students in community health generally and rural community health in particular through field experiences such as the rural community visit. Dr. Bavington was also the Chair of the first Rural Medical Education Sub-Committee (RUMEC) (1995-2001). Valued at $500, the award will be granted annually to a student who has completed the Community Health and Humanities rural/community visit report during the first year of the doctor of medicine degree program. All rural/community visit reports, concerning the two week rural community visit, will be considered. Reports will be judged on the basis of originality, scientific merit, presentation and overall contribution to rural community health. Recipient recommendations will be accepted by the Associated Dean, Community Health and Humanities. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by the University. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Gina D. Blundon Memorial Award
Gina D. Blundon Memorial Award
This award was established in memory of Gina Doreen Blundon, of Carbonear, Newfoundland, who passed away suddenly on May 18, 2001. Gina was a member of the Memorial University of Newfoundland Faculty of Medicine Class of 2004, and her classmates, family and friends wish to honour her spirit through the establishment of this award. Valued at a portion of the income from the endowment, it will be awarded annually, to an undergraduate medical education student in the Faculty of Medicine, following a nomination process. Nominations for this award can be made by any member of the health care team who has had interactions with medical students. The recipient must have a positive, caring attitude and have contributed to the quality of student life in addition to meeting the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Drs. Sean and Margaret Brosnan Clerkship Travel Bursary
This bursary was established by a generous donation from Dr. Ming Jarm Lau and Mrs. Connie Lau in honour of Drs. Sean and Margaret Brosnan. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to a learner in their 3rd or 4th year of the undergraduate MD program at Memorial University of Newfoundland who will be travelling for their clinical rotation. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. This bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. George Callahan Bursary
Dr. George Callahan Bursary
This bursary was establishment by a donation from Ms. Jeanette Callahan in memory of Dr. George Callahan who died prematurely on June 5, 1979. Dr. Callahan is remembered as an outstanding human being and great physician. He practiced as a family physician with privileges at St. Michael’s Hospital in Toronto and spearheaded the first corporate medical practice in the downtown core of Toronto. His early family practice reflected the era of house calls and the leather black bag carrying medications and equipment. There were many instances in his life when he assisted medical students or interns who were experiencing financial difficulty. He did this without expecting to be repaid. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the bursary will be awarded annually to a student in the doctor of medicine degree program at Memorial University of Newfoundland. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary as defined by the University. Bursary applications are available at the Faculty of Medicine’s Student Affairs Office. This bursary will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Donald Cant Essay Award
Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the Donald Cant Essay Award will be granted to a student for researching and writing an original essay, suitable for publication, on some aspect of the History of Medicine. The award is open to any student enrolled in the Doctor of Medicine program. The award is made by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Central Regional Integrated Health Authority and Dr. J.F. Brown Bursary
Each year an award is made available to students from the former Central West Board. The annual income shall be awarded as a bursary to a student of any year from the former Central West area who demonstrates the greatest need and who, in the opinion of the Dean, has achieved adequate academic performance. Should for any reason a bursary not be awarded, the entire amount is to be returned to the fund, and the award made the following year in the usual manner. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards acting on the decision of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships. Applications may be submitted in September of each year.
Glenn Chatman Memorial Award
Glenn Chatman Memorial Award
This award was established by a generous donation from Glenn’s Helping Hand Foundation, in memory of Glenn Chatman. Glenn was a friendly, loving, sentimental young man, with a perpetual smile. He was a charmer, a joker, and even a risk-taker. He was a son, a nephew, a cousin and a best friend. As a tribute to Glenn, his family created Glenn’s Helping Hand Foundation to enhance the quality of life for those living with Diabetes. The family’s goal is to allow people to focus on their health, not their medical bills. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the award will be granted annually to a student completing Phase 3 of the MD Program at Memorial University of Newfoundland. Preference will be given to the student who receives the highest cumulative score in Diabetes-related exam questions. The recipient must meet the minimum academic requirements for an award as defined by the University. This award will be granted by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries, and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Class of ’78 Legacy Bursary
This bursary was established by a generous donation from the Faculty of Medicine Class of 1978 during their 35th reunion. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to any student in the MD program. The recipient must have demonstrated financial need as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary. This bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Sharon Coffey Memorial Bursary
This bursary has been established in memory of Dr. Sharon Coffey, graduate of Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Faculty of medicine, Class of 1982. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the bursary will be awarded annually to a student entering their first year of Undergraduate Medical Education at the Faculty of Medicine, who graduated from a high school in Newfoundland and Labrador, and who is in financial need. The bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards, acting on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Awards, Bursaries and Scholarships.
Dr. Peter and Mrs. Deborah Collingwood Scholarship in Medicine
Dr. Peter and Mrs. Deborah Collingwood Scholarship in Medicine
The Dr. Peter and Mrs. Deborah Collingwood Scholarship in Medicine has been established through a generous gift from Dr. Peter and Mrs. Deborah (Templeton) Collingwood. Valued at a portion of the income on the investment, the scholarship will be awarded to students who are citizens of Canada and residents of Newfoundland and Labrador, who are entering their first year of the M.D. program in the Faculty of Medicine and meet the criteria of scholarship standing as defined by the Faculty of Medicine. The scholarship is renewable for four years provided the candidates maintain scholarship standing. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards, on the recommendation of the Dean, Faculty of Medicine.
Cooze Keinath Scholarship
This scholarship is established by Dr. Derek Cooze a graduate of the Faculty of Medicine, M.D. Class of 1985 and his spouse, Dr. Kim Keinath. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it will be awarded annually to a student in the Doctor of Medicine degree program on the basis of scholarship standing. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Christopher & Donna Cox Scholarship
This scholarship, established through a generous contribution by Dr. Donna Hardy Cox and Dr. Christopher Cox, is valued at $500 per annum. Drs. Donna Hardy Cox and Christopher Cox, both alumni of Memorial University of Newfoundland, have established this scholarship in gratitude for their well-rounded student life and academic experiences. To be eligible, candidates must be full-time undergraduate students. The scholarship will be awarded annually on a rotating basis between the School of Social Work and the Faculty of Medicine, beginning with the latter. In Medicine, the Scholarship will be awarded to a graduating M.D. student who has a strong academic record and who has expressed an interest in specializing in Oncology. In the School of Social Work it will be awarded to a graduating B.S.W. student who is in scholarship standing and who has made the greatest contribution to student and community leadership. The Scholarship is awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards, based on the recommendation of the Dean/Director of the appropriate discipline.
Harold Crewe Memorial Entrance Bursary
Harold Crewe Memorial Entrance Bursary
This Bursary was established by a generous donation from Mrs. Christine Crewe, in memory of her husband Dr. Harold Crewe who dedicated his medical career to the people of the Clarenville area. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the bursary will be awarded annually to a first year learner in the Doctor of Medicine undergraduate degree program. The recipient must demonstrate financial need as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary as defined by Memorial University of Newfoundland. This Bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. John M. Darte Memorial Fund (Medicine)
This fund, in memory of the first Professor and Chairman of Pediatrics at Memorial University of Newfoundland’s Faculty of Medicine (1968-75), has been established by Mrs. J.M. Darte and Mrs. Frances Darte McCabe. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, it is awarded annually to up to four outstanding students in the Doctor of Medicine degree program. To be considered for this award, students must meet the minimum academic requirements for a scholarship. Preference will be given to those who have demonstrated financial need. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dr. Ralph John Day Award
This award is a result of a donation from Mrs. Jean Day in memory of her late husband, Dr. Ralph John Day. Valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, the award is available to a student in the Doctor of Medicine program who completes the best undergraduate project in bowel or liver cancer, including other metastatic disease. It will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards upon recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Dean’s Building a Healthy Tomorrow Award
Dean’s Building a Healthy Tomorrow Award
These awards are made possible by donations from alumni and friends who wish to support student success in the Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University of Newfoundland. Guided by the vision of Dr. James Rourke (Dean, 2004-2016), these awards recognize the exceptional contributions of full-time students enrolled in the undergraduate and graduate programs within the Faculty of Medicine, who work steadfastly towards building a healthy tomorrow. The amount available for these awards is valued at a portion of the income on the endowment, however, the Dean, Faculty of Medicine will determine the allocation of awards to be distributed to undergraduate or graduate students. To be considered for these awards, students will submit an application describing how they are making a contribution towards building a healthy tomorrow. Students may also wish to include a statement of financial need in their application. Undergraduate medical student applications will be received by the Office of Student Affairs and graduate student applications will be received by the Office of Research and Graduate Studies. These awards will be granted either by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards or by the Dean, School of Graduate Studies upon the recommendation of the Dean, Faculty of Medicine.
Discipline of Oncology MD Entrance Bursary
This bursary was established through an annual gift from the members of the discipline of oncology. Valued at $5,000 annually, the bursary will be awarded to a student entering the MD degree program at Memorial University of Newfoundland. The members of the Discipline of Oncology are committed to giving back to the University and are proud to support students entering medical school with this bursary. The recipient must demonstrate financial need, as well as meet the minimum academic requirements for a bursary as defined by the University. The bursary will be awarded by the Senate Committee on Undergraduate Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards on the recommendation of the Dean of Medicine’s Advisory Committee on Scholarships, Bursaries and Awards.
Craig L. Dobbin Bursary in Medicine