On June 20, 2023, the Department of Surgery hosted its 2023 Academic Year-End Celebration that brought together faculty, staff, and residents. The purpose of the gathering was to acknowledge and celebrate the remarkable accomplishments of award winners, graduating residents, and graduates of the Master of Science in Surgery and Master of Global Surgical Care programs. Dr. Gary Redekop, the Department Head, together with the Residency Program Directors warmly congratulated the graduates and highlighted their most notable contributions.
In addition to announcing the award winners and celebrating the graduates, the event served as a platform to express gratitude towards the faculty and staff members who had played a vital role in supporting the trainees’ journeys. Dr. Redekop took a moment to extend his heartfelt appreciation for their unwavering commitment and tireless efforts, acknowledging that their dedication was instrumental in the department’s success.
This year, the Department of Surgery had the pleasure of hosting a visiting professor, Dr. Hani Al Qadhi, from Sultan Qaboos University of the Sultanate of Oman. Dr. Al Qadhi’s presence added an invaluable international perspective to the event, encouraging cross-cultural collaboration and fostering a broader understanding of surgical practices worldwide.
Following the recognition and awards ceremony, the event continued with a celebratory dinner. The occasion served as an opportunity for everyone to unwind, celebrate their collective accomplishments, and forge meaningful connections with colleagues and peers.
Graduating Residents
| Cardiac Surgery Program Director: Dr. Paul Bui |
| Dr. Catherine Gauthier |
| Dr. Edward Percy |
| General Surgery Program Co-directors: Drs. Ahmer Karimuddin and Tracy Scott |
| Dr. Nicole Kloos |
| Dr. Marina Parapini |
| Dr. Quinn Parker |
| Dr. Katelynn Tang |
| Dr. Kadhim Taqi |
| Neurosurgery Program Director: Dr. Ash Singhal |
| Dr. Stephano Chang |
| Dr. Michael Craig |
| Otolaryngology – Head & Neck Surgery Program Director: Dr. Fred Kozak |
| Dr. Emily Deane |
| Pediatric Surgery Program Director: Dr. Robert Baird |
| Dr. Alreem Al Hinai |
| Plastic Surgery Program Director: Dr. Alex Seal |
| Dr. Peter Mankowski |
| Dr. Zach Zhang |
| Radiation Oncology Program Director: Dr. Michael Peacock |
| Dr. Sit Daegan |
| Dr. Timothy Kong |
| Surgical Oncology Program Director: Dr. Trevor Hamilton |
| Dr. Stephanie Marcil |
| Thoracic Surgery Program Director: Dr. James Bond |
| Dr. Emily Mackay |
| Vascular Surgery Program Director: Dr. Jon Misskey |
| Dr. Abdalla Butt |
Master of Science in Surgery Graduates
Dr. Cristina Schaurich
Master of Global Surgical Care Graduates
| Dr. Esther Chin |
| Dr. Lexington Anne Kinnear |
| Dr. Karina Olivo |
| Dr. Godfrey Philipo |
| Dr. Joshua Paul Wiedermann |
| Dr. May Yau |
| Dr. Montana Zaporzan |
2023 Department Award Winners
| Award | Recipient | Division |
| Dr. A.W.D. Bill Knox Memorial Award | Peter Mankowski | Plastic Surgery |
| Presented to the surgical resident who demonstrates the highest qualities of surgical excellence. | ||
| Dr. I.B. Holubitsky Memorial Award | Zach Zhang | Plastic Surgery |
| Presented to an outstanding graduating resident pursuing additional training at another centre. | ||
| Best Resident Teacher Award | Kadhim Taqi | General Surgery |
| Awarded to a graduating resident and is voted on by their peers. | ||
| Dr. Garth Warnock Postgraduate Trainee Award | Emily Deane | Otolaryngology – Head &. Neck Surgery |
| Presented to a senior surgical resident who demonstrates the highest qualities of a well-rounded surgeon. | ||
| Dr. A.D. Forward Postgraduate Faculty Teaching Award | Shilo Lefresne | Radiation Oncology |
| Presented in recognition of outstanding teaching acclaimed by surgical residents. | ||
| Dr. A.D. McKenzie Clinical Teaching Award | Michael Peacock | Radiation Oncology |
| Presented in recognition of outstanding clinical teaching of medical students & residents. | ||
| Dr. H.R. Robertson Award – Faculty Award | Nazgol Seyednejad | Thoracic Surgery |
| Presented in recognition of outstanding clinical teaching acclaimed by undergraduate students | ||
