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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Breast cancer therapies, anthracyclines & trastuzumab can cause cardiotoxicity, but can cardiac rehab prevent heart damage? by Drs. Amy Kirkham, Edith Pituskin and DoM co-investigators Michael Stickland and Gavin Oudit share TITAN trial results on LVEF & lipid control. bit.ly/4hgRQkN

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TITAN Trial: A Randomized Controlled Trial of a Cardiac Rehabilitation Care Model in Breast Cancer

Cardiac rehabilitation (CR) modeled care is recommended for patients with breast cancer to mitigate risk of cardiotoxicity. However, the cardiovascular impact of CR-modeled interventions has not been…

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Cheers to DoM's Carrie Hlady, recipient of the 2026 Program Administrator for Excellence Award from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada! ualberta.ca/en/departmen... @royalcollege.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Congratulations to DoM's Dr. Sofia Ahmed on becoming a Canadian Academy of Health Sciences fellow! ualberta.ca/en/departmen...

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Nikhil Shah @drnikhilshah.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

We @ualbertadom.bsky.social @ualberta.bsky.social are lucky to have library provide superb journal access, but the process to reach the actual full text can be a chore. So I built an easy way to get to library provided full text. audioscholar.cc/ez.html Just paste the paper link/DOI #MedEd #FOAMed

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Papers — AudioScholar

Find the reviews worth reading, and open any paper through your library.

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Congratulations to DoM's Dr. Saifal Anwar (clinical associate professor, Division of General Internal Medicine) on receiving the 2026 GSICU Exceptional Colleague Award from Critical Care Medicine. www.ualberta.ca/en/critical-...

Dr. Saifal Anwar and colleagues in Critical Care Medicine

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

Hats off to our DoM graduate students for crossing the finish line of their incredible academic journeys! From meaningful research to personal perseverance, read more about their fascinating paths and achievements: www.ualberta.ca/en/departmen...

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

A study by DoM's Dr. Michael Stickland and team shows cardiopulmonary impairment and pulmonary vascular dysfunction in 23-year-old chronic e-cigarette users. A product that was introduced as a safer alternative to smoking is causing lung and CV damage in young adults. www.ualberta.ca/en/folio/202...

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Vaping e-cigarettes leads to early signs of lung disease in young adults

A University of Alberta study on 23-year-old e-cigarette users shows they have lower exercise capacity and early signs of lung disease.

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Join our Medicine Grand Rounds this Friday as Dr. Teresa Chan shares her lessons on mentorship, innovation, career pivots and leadership development, including how to chart your own path in academic medicine. www.ualberta.ca/en/departmen...

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

Medical disinformation has real-world consequences ...from delayed care to fractured trust. Join our MGR this Friday to learn why clear, accessible science communication is a professional responsibility and a powerful tool for change. ualberta.ca/en/departmen... @antibioticdoc.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 04/06/2026

How do we keep up with the rapidly changing evidence in type 2 diabetes + obesity care? Join us tomorrow to explore how living systematic reviews and network meta-analyses can help clinicians make better, patient-centred treatment decisions. Register: bit.ly/4ubq5x7

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Kudos to DoM's Dr. S. Monty Ghosh (assistant professor, Division of General Internal Medicine) and team on the receiving the inaugural CIHR-IHSPR and CAHSPR Health Services and Policy Research Impact Award! Read more at buff.ly/ylIR0SN. @antibioticdoc.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 28/05/2026

We are delighted to recognize and thank these DoM members for their many years of outstanding service and commitment at the #UAlberta! www.ualberta.ca/en/departmen... @antibioticdoc.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 26/05/2026

How can unusual infections unlock new insights into human immunity? Join us to explore the role of genetics, immunology, and translational research in improving care for immunocompromised patients. In person or register on Zoom ualberta-ca.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 25/05/2026

Congratulations to DoM's Dr. Ainslie Eberhart, recipient of the Canadian Society of Nephrology Clinical Nephrology Teaching Award. ualberta.ca/en/departmen...

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Congrats to DoM postdoc Jiyuan Piao on receiving the Paul Man Award! Huge thanks to the Senaratne Charitable Trust for their support. Read more about our other awardees: ualberta.ca/en/departmen...

Supervisor Dr. Evangelos Michelakis and Jiyuan Piao

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 20/05/2026

🎉 Congrats to DoM postdoc Yongneng Zhang on receiving the Ballermann Translational Research Fellowship! Huge thanks to the Senaratne Charitable Trust for their support. 🙌https://ualberta.ca/en/department-of-medicine/research/research-events/research-day/award-winners.html

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

Thank you to Dr. Mayur Brahmania from the University of Calgary for serving as our QI keynote speaker and spending the day with us at Research Day. One of his key takeaways: “The hardest part of QI is being honest about your own system.”

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 14/05/2026

We are so excited to have Dr Philip Wells, University of Ottawa, share his wisdom and experience about pursuing a research academia career, at our Me2 Majumdar Research and QI Day! Stop by Bernard Snell Hall, U of A Hospital today and be inspired! @antibioticdoc.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Join us in person tomorrow as we celebrate the outstanding work of our trainees and the innovative research and quality improvement projects shaping the future of medicine. Bernard Snell Hall, University of Alberta Hospital, 7:30 - 3 p.m. www.ualberta.ca/en/departmen...

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Dr. Lynora Saxinger spoke to a full house and inspired many thoughtful questions from curious and engaged minds. Thank you to everyone who attended our #AnnualMedicineUpdate and contributed to such a great discussion! @antibioticdoc.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 09/05/2026

Welcome to all healthcare professionals to our Annual Update in Adult Medicine! Looking forward to a day of learning, collaboration and the latest insights to support excellence in patient care. #AdultMedicineUpdate #Healthcare #MedicalEducation

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 08/05/2026

On Friday, May 15, join our Research Grand Rounds with guest speaker Dr. Philip Wells in Edmonton. In person: Classroom D – 2F1.04 WMC, University of Alberta (coffee provided) Or register for Zoom: bit.ly/4cZE0kI @albertadoctors.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

DoM neurology resident Liam McCoy and team suggest that AI diagnostic tools could greatly benefit physicians in their clinical work. “The moment I saw these results, I knew for sure this is going to change medicine," says McCoy. www.ualberta.ca/en/folio/202... @antibioticdoc.bsky.social

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It’s time for doctors to team up with AI diagnostic tools: researchers

The newest generation of artificial intelligence tools can now outperform even experienced physicians in diagnosing complex medical cases, according to an international team of researchers from Harvar...

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

Today, we wear red to honour and remember the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQIA+ people. Wear red. Remember. Take Action. #MMIWG2S #nomorestolensisters

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

What are the hot topics in your practice? See our amazing list of speakers and topics which include Management of the Agitated Elderly Patient, Unusual Cases in the Hospital, and Knee Pain in Primary Care. Join our Annual Update in Adult Medicine on May 9 ualberta.ca/en/departmen...

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

Neurology Fellowship Opportunities at the University of Alberta! We are accepting applications for the Roozen Family Neurology Fellowships in the Division of Neurology of the DoM, to start in July 2027. Applications due Apr 30. www.ualberta.ca/en/departmen...

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

DoM's Dr. Evangelos Michelakis and team pinpoints genetic identifier in deadly cardiovascular disease. This discovery solves the mystery of why some patients deteriorate quicker than others from pulmonary arterial hypertension. www.ualberta.ca/en/folio/202... @antibioticdoc.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 11/03/2026

On #CanadianWomenPhysiciansDay, we celebrate our 317 women physicians who show incredible talent, expertise & compassion every day. To all our Community #womeninmedicine: We see you, thank you & celebrate you! 👏 @cmadocs.bsky.social @albertadoctors.bsky.social @antibioticdoc.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 06/03/2026

Cheers to DoM's Dr. Jan Willem Cohen Tervaert on receiving the 2025-2026 Best Publication Award by the Alberta Medical Association Section of Rheumatology! www.ualberta.ca/en/departmen... @albertadoctors.bsky.social

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The Journal of Rheumatology @jrheumatol.bsky.social · 14/01/2026

Research Article Navigating the Roadblocks: National Patient and Provider Survey on Barriers to Healthcare and Medication Access for Patients With Vasculitis 📖 www.jrheum.org/cgi/content/... @ualbertadom.bsky.social @abhealthservices.bsky.social @sinaihealth.bsky.social #Healthcare #Vasculitis

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

Congratulations to DoM's Dr. Aminu Bello on receiving the 2025 Distinguished Researcher Award from American Society of Nephrology! www.ualberta.ca/en/departmen... @asnpublications.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 01/10/2025

DoM's neurology resident Dr. Liam McCoy and his team developed a new benchmark that shows gaps in AI clinical reasoning in neurology and other specialties. Their research was published in the NEJM AI. www.ualberta.ca/en/departmen... @ai.nejm.org @liamgmccoy.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 13/06/2025

Congratulations to the Department of Medicine Class of '25 who are graduating today! Read more about seven of our graduates: www.ualberta.ca/en/departmen...

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 11/06/2025

Walk with CPFF and the Department of Medicine’s Dr. Giovanni Ferrara (Division of Pulmonary Medicine) to raise awareness and funds for vital pulmonary fibrosis research and patient support. p2p.onecause.com/cpffwalks/ev...

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Edmonton Walk for PF

We’re thrilled to announce the inaugural CPFF Walk for Pulmonary Fibrosis is coming to Edmonton on June 28 - and you’re invited! Join us for a heartwarming day of community, connection, and hope. ...

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

Congratulations to DoM's Dr. Carrie Ye, Division of Rheumatology, on receiving the CIHR Fall 2024 Early Career Researcher in Cancer Award! @antibioticdoc.bsky.social

Dr. Carrie Ye, Rheumatologist, is the CIHR Fall 2024 Early Career Researcher in Cancer Awardee

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 09/05/2025

Congratulations to DoM's Dr. Janis Miyasaki on receiving the 2025 Movement Disorders Research Award and the King Charles III's Coronation Medal! Watch the 5-min video of the amazing collaborative work www.ualberta.ca/en/departmen... @aanmember.bsky.social @parkinsoncanada.bsky.social

Dr. Janis Miyasaki receives the 2025 Movement Disorders Research Award and the King Charles III's Coronation Medal

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Michael Okun @michaelokun.bsky.social · 27/09/2024

How many caregivers in Parkinson report increasing physical aggression? 1 in 5. Thank you Janis Miyasaki for pointing out we are not spending enough time with our #parkinson caregivers and attending to their needs!

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Dr. Aaron Nelson @pedsneuromd.nyc · 06/04/2025

The @aanmember.bsky.social #AANAM Presidential Plenary Session kicking off with the 2025 President’s Award to Dr. Janis M. Miyasaki, MD, MED, FAAN, Vice President of the American Academy of Neurology, University of Alberta Alberta Health Services:

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WebsEdge Medicine @websedgemedicine.bsky.social · 09/04/2025

Learn how by promoting NeuroPalliative Care the @ualberta.bsky.social is transforming the world of Parkinson's disease treatment – Dr. Janis M. Miyasaki shares insights on the importance of living well now & improving patient quality of life. @aanmember.bsky.social #AANAM youtu.be/mFQQ3RsVyGE

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Promoting NeuroPalliative Care in the Clinic, Research and Around the World

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

When it comes to deprescribing for dementia in the elderly, Dr. Bill Gibson emphasizes the importance of asking the patient what they want out of life. @drbillgibson.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

DoM’s Dr, Eunice Chow, Dermatologist, shared a very informative and graphic session on identifying various rashes at our Annual Update in Adult Medicine.

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 03/05/2025

Does communications affect patient care? Absolutely! Every aspect of medical care needs good communication, and building good relations with colleagues and consultants often requires face-to-face encounters instead of using electronic forms of communications. @antibioticdoc.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Did you know the #Measles is more contagious than COVID-19 and you can be immunosuppressed for 2-3 years after contracting it? Watch Dr. Mark Joffe's talk at our Medicine Grand Rounds youtu.be/UsXfKHIDEiE @albertadoctors.bsky.social @antibioticdoc.bsky.social @albertanurses.bsky.social

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MGR April 25, 2025 by Dr. Mark Joffe

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 24/04/2025

Healthcare Professionals: come learn & ask questions about the latest developments on rashes, long-COVID, diet trends, lung disease, menopause, dementia, CV, and more ualberta.ca/en/departmen... @antibioticdoc.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 22/04/2025

Congratulations to DoM's Dr. Gavin Oudit on being selected by Heart & Stroke Foundation to receive the King Charles III's Coronation Medal for his outstanding commitment to heart and brain health in Canada! www.ualberta.ca/en/departmen... @cvcualberta.bsky.social

Dr. Gavin Oudit was selected by Heart & Stroke Foundation to receive the King Charles III's Coronation Medal.

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Have you seen the amazing speaker lineup for the DoM's Annual Update in Adult Medicine? It's going to be an exciting day of learning—don’t miss it! createsend.com/t/d-E80311DE... @albertadoctors.bsky.social @albertanurses.bsky.social @abhealthservices.bsky.social

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Department of Medicine, University of Alberta @ualbertadom.bsky.social · 17/04/2025

Congratulations to DoM's Dr. Kailash Jindal on receiving the Canadian Society of Nephrology Distinguished Service Award 2025! www.ualberta.ca/.../kailash-....

Congratulations to Dr. Kailash Jindal on receiving the CSN Distinguished Service Award 2025!

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