Big Ideas: Technology and Compassionate Care
There is a scene in the 2016 film Hidden Figures where – against the backdrop of racism and sexism in civil rights era United States – African-American mathematician Dorothy Vaughan comes across…
Author: Alexandra Gilliss
Michener Blog: Reflections from one of 150 Nurses for Canada
Canada 150 offers an opportunity for all of us to stop and reflect on the great country we live in and the opportunities that exist for us as Canadians. This…
A little extra effort by Michener student goes a long way for patient
A little extra effort and a close eye from a student sonographer had a big impact on the life of one patient. Now, that patient, Mr. W, who asked that…
2018/2019 Viewbook is here
Every year Michener’s Viewbook profiles student life, academic programs and the Michener advantage. Take a look to learn what students enjoy most about their programs and help spread the word…
Michener Blog: Remembering what ‘chronic’ means for people with chronic illness
In the latest post on the Michener blog, University of Toronto medical student Erene Stergiopoulos writes about the experience of many Canadians who live with a chronic condition, and the…
The Michener Institute marks its own history for Canada 150
As Canada celebrates the 150th anniversary of Confederation, people across the country are coming together to celebrate Canada’s history, diversity and heritage. To mark the occasion, we combed through the…
Big Ideas: Creating defensible simulation-based assessments
Competency-based health care education means many things to many people. One thing everyone agrees on, however, is that how and how often educators assess trainees is changing. As the frequency…
A brave new world for Michener graduates: Future careers promise to be transformed by disruptive technologies
Judy Tran might not interact with patients every day, but she knows her impact on them is critical. As a medical laboratory technologist, she works behind the scenes to help…
The Michener Continuing Education Brochure is Now Online
Michener’s Continuing Education Department offers a range of opportunities to help professionals build and enhance their careers in health care. Whether it’s updating certification or advancing a career in patient…
Meet Michener’s Valedictorian for the Class of 2017
With less than two weeks to Convocation, more than 200 Michener students from fields including Medical Laboratory Sciences, Respiratory Therapy, Medical Radiation Sciences, Chiropody and Ultrasound are preparing to graduate…