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Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 13h

How can you ensure you're making good decisions, scientifically speaking? The frontal lobe holds the key. 🧠 "Under stress, it becomes even more essential to access the prefrontal cortex, which drives reason," says #TemertyMed neurologist Dr. Sara Mitchell. bit.ly/46RMR4Z

Making decisions can be hard. These three practices can help guide you

Experts say there are ways to listen to your gut, but still make rational choices under pressure

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 15h

#UofT is taking steps to safeguard critical research threatened by unexpected U.S. funding cuts – creating an emergency research fund that provides up to one year of bridge support to faculty most affected by the changes. bit.ly/47g3JSQ

U of T launches emergency research fund to support faculty hit by U.S. cuts

The University of Toronto is taking steps to safeguard critical U of T research threatened by unexpected U.S. funding cuts – creating an emergency research fund that provides up to one year of bridge…

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 2d

Could zebrafish hold the key to detecting and preventing scoliosis in children and teens? #TemertyMed and SickKids researchers look to fish spines for clues. bit.ly/46EoveQ

Could zebrafish hold clues to detecting, preventing scoliosis in children and teens?

Scoliosis, a side-to-side curve of the spine, affects three to four percent of Canadian children and teens. Scientists at SickKids/University of Toronto are ...

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 2d

Curious #TemertyMed's key performance metrics? Check our vitals: bit.ly/4nDoWMz.

Vitals are key performance metrics for the Temerty Faculty of Medicine. They allow us to track aspects of our research and education activity relative to our Academic Strategic Plan, to our…

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 2d

"Sometimes, amidst caring for others, we forget who bears witness to our own lives." #TemertyMed resident Divya Santhanam writes about the importance of empathy in @healthydebate bit.ly/46VcLDs

‘I understand’: Words of empathy that have helped me through residency - Healthy Debate

That evening, they walked me past the point we usually diverged and sat with me in my apartment lobby. They sat as I cried. They listened.

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 5d

In honour of Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, the Indigenous Leadership Circle at #TemertyMed's Department of Family and Community Medicine held a special event to open the new Indigenous Health Space in the department’s office. bit.ly/4mQL4Bz

DFCM opens new Indigenous Health Space and announces new Chair in Indigenous Health

This September 30—Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation—was both sombre and celebratory at the Department of Family and Community Medicine (DFCM).

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 5d

Read about why #TemertyMed Dr. Daniel Drucker’s path to a discovery that would transform millions of lives began not with a breakthrough – but a setback. bit.ly/4mQxhuW

A setback, a lizard and decades of work: The impact of Daniel Drucker’s research extends far beyond Ozempic

In addition to diabetes and weight loss, GLP-1 drugs are now targeting cardiovascular, kidney and metabolic liver disease, sleep apnea and more

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 6d

A new issue of MedEmail is out! Read it for the latest #TemertyMed updates: bit.ly/4ntWpJ1

Five Years of Temerty Medicine, Five Years of Impact

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Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 6d

"There is an appetite for AI in the medical field but also generally in society — there is a thirst for this knowledge," says #TemertyMed Dr. Muhammad Mamdani. In this Q&A, he spoke about the work of the Temerty Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Education in Medicine. bit.ly/46UxZ4v

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 7d

At age 82, Marion Gommerman proves you’re never too old to learn. She'll be studying alongside her family at #UofT — her grandson, Sam Griffin, is a first-year music student and her daughter, Jennifer Gommerman, is a professor at #TemertyMed. bit.ly/42lGWlR

82-year-old U of T student makes headlines after joining her daughter — a prof — and grandson on campus

Marion Gommerman proves you’re never too old to learn. At age 82, she is a new University of Toronto student inspired to return to school after participating in an intergenerational learning program…

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 7d

Rewiring the brain is possible: #TemertyMed Dr. Adriano Mollica shares his thoughts on concussion care bit.ly/3VL3vwK

Rewiring the brain is possible: Adriano Mollica shares his thoughts on concussion care

Adriano Mollica, Azrieli Brain Medicine Fellow in the department of medicine and a neuropsychiatrist in the Hurvitz Brain Sciences Program at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, cares for patients…

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 7d

Medical student Jiwon Lee is one of hundreds at #TemertyMed whose education has been transformed by financial support. With living costs and tuition soaring, bursaries mean students can focus on learning, not just staying afloat. Read Jiwon's story: bit.ly/4pQzbyk

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University of Toronto @utoronto.ca · 9d

Survivors’ Flag raised across #UofT ahead of Orange Shirt Day & the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation 🧡 uoft.me/bRP

The Survivors’ Flag is raised at U of T St. George

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 8d

Our department of Family and Community Medicine recently opened a new Indigenous Health Space. The space features four murals (pictured) created by Indigenous artist Shawn Howe – each with its own unique symbolism and significance.

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 8d

LIVE: Please join us at the #UofT-wide Orange Shirt Day event, as we honour the experiences of residential school survivors. You can access the live webcast here: bit.ly/3KzUtjD.

2025 Orange Shirt Day and National Day for Truth & Reconciliation Commemoration

Honour the experiences of residential school survivors at a university-wide event to commemorate the day. The event is hosted by the UTM, UTSC and institutio...

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 9d

Recent study led by #TemertyMed researchers has found that cannabis use may harm the egg health of females undergoing fertility treatments. bit.ly/4mKnt5M

A recent study led by University of Toronto researchers has found that cannabis use may harm the egg health of females undergoing fertility treatments.

A recent study led by University of Toronto researchers has found that cannabis use may harm the egg health of females undergoing fertility treatments.

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 9d

Supported by the Temertys' generous gift, Dr. Kelsey McLaughlin's research on a blood test for preeclampsia could help detect life-threatening pregnancy complications early. bit.ly/42WGQBl

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 12d

Before COVID-19 had a name, #TemertyMed's high containment lab mobilized to study it. Backed by the Temertys' gift, the lab helped Canada isolate the virus, test treatments, and safely reuse PPE, working around the clock to support the national response. bit.ly/4pFseA2

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 13d

#TemertyMed researchers have made the first discovery of a virus that infects Legionella pneumophila, the bacteria that causes Legionnaires’ disease. bit.ly/42eyoxc

Scientists identify first virus to infect Legionella, revealing evolutionary origins of Legionnaire's disease

U of T researchers have made the first discovery of a virus that infects Legionella pneumophila, the bacteria that causes Legionnaires’ disease.

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 13d

"I find this message hopeful: recovery, and rewiring the brain, is possible."
In this Q&A, #TemertyMed Dr. Adriano Mollica talks about his work in neuropsychiatry, the relationship between concussions and mental health, and new research findings. bit.ly/4pxa7fE

Rewiring the brain is possible: Dr. Adriano Mollica shares his thoughts on concussion care

We sat down with Dr. Adriano Mollica, a neuropsychiatrist in the Hurvitz Brain Sciences Program who cares for patients with all forms of traumatic brain injuries, including concussions.

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 14d

Our 2025 Dean's Report is out!
Read about our work, impact, and the incredible people that shape the culture of excellence at #TemertyMed: bit.ly/428WTMc.

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 14d

5 years ago, we announced a landmark $250M gift from James and Louise Temerty and the Temerty Foundation. It launched a new era for medicine at @UofT – strengthening discovery, collaboration, innovation, equity and learner well-being across #TemertyMed bit.ly/4nkri2J

In recognition of the Temerty’s transformational gift, U of T’s Faculty of Medicine was renamed in their honour.

Five years ago, a landmark $250-million gift from James and Louise Temerty and the Temerty Foundation launched a new era for medicine at the University of Toronto — empowering what is now known as…

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 15d

Bacteria can drive stem cell regeneration to repair the intestinal lining after injury, #TemertyMed study finds. bit.ly/3IcDFi3

Study reveals how bacteria-made sugar triggers intestinal stem cell regeneration

Researchers at the University of Toronto have discovered that bacteria can drive stem cell regeneration to repair the intestinal lining after injury – uncovering an unexpected way in which the gut…

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 15d

"Is MAiD a proper solution to serious mental illness?" In this U of T Magazine piece, #TemertyMed Dr. Sonu Gaind and Prof. Trudo Lemmens discuss the complexities of medical assistance in dying, especially as it pertains to mental illness. bit.ly/4pwRwQR

Drug used for motor neuron diseases holds promise for spinal cord injury: Study

A drug called riluzole, commonly used to treat amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) and other motor neuron diseases, could also assist in recovery from spinal cord injuries, according to research from…

Temerty Medicine @uoftmedicine.bsky.social · 15d

Dementia is on the rise in Canada. “There are lifelong risk factors that as a society, we will need to increasingly pay attention to,” says #TemertyMed's Dr. Howard Chertkow. bit.ly/428Tkpg

Experts urge ‘Manhattan Project’ on dementia as cases projected to soar past 1 million

A new report from the Australian Institute of Health and Welfare has found that dementia has accounted for almost one in 10 deaths in the country.