Office of Professional & Educational Development - OPED

09/04/2026

 Don’t miss body Works 2026, an exciting and engaging community event hosted by Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University check out registration details below 👇

🫀 BODY WORKS: A Public Exhibit 🫁
Step inside the human body! Explore real plastinated human specimens and discover the science of anatomy through this unique educational exhibit at Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine.
🔬 Meet renowned anatomy educator Dr. Shakti Chandra and explore interactive demonstrations from Memorial partners.
📍 Faculty of Medicine-September 19th, 2026 10am-3pm
🎟️ Free — registration required
🚗 Free parking available
⚠️ Visitor Advisory: This exhibit contains real human anatomical specimens and may be graphic or emotionally difficult for some visitors, particularly children.
👉 Register & learn more: https://www.med.mun.ca/oped/public-engagement/body-works-2026 Faculty of Medicine, MUN Office of Professional & Educational Development-OPED Memorial University Memorial University’s Faculty of Science Memorial U Students Memorial University Alumni NLSchools Let's Talk Science MUN WISE NL

09/02/2026

🩵 Mark your calendars for September 17 and check out our repost for details on the Belles with Balls NL Exposium!

A great opportunity to learn, connect and support ovarian cancer research and women’s health right here in NL. Belles with Balls

We are proud to bring our community together for the Belles with Balls NL Exposium on September 17.

This FREE educational event is an opportunity to learn, connect and hear about the important work happening right here in Newfoundland & Labrador surrounding ovarian cancer research, treatment, education and women’s health.

Hear about the latest research and advancements.
Learn from experts in the field.
Ask questions and join important conversations.
Discover how research and community support are making a difference.

Attend in person or join us virtually! You can still be part of the Exposium from wherever you are.

Registration is FREE, but registration is required for both in-person and virtual attendance.

Register using the link below and select how you’ll be joining us:
🔗https://www.med.mun.ca/oped/public-engagement/belles-with-balls2026

Whether ovarian cancer has touched your life personally, you support someone it has, or you simply want to learn more, we would love to have you join us.

📅 September 17, 2026

Because awareness is more than wearing teal. It’s about learning, sharing knowledge and continuing to move research forward.

Awareness. Education. Research. Hope. 🩵

09/01/2026

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PriFor2026 The Primary Healthcare Partnership Forum
Sept. 11-12, 2026
Health Innovation Acceleration Centre
66 Pippy Place, St. John's.

Team Based Primary Care keynote speakers: Monica Aggarwal, Team-based Primary Care in Canada - How We Got Here and Where We Need to Go; Martin Forgues and Emmanuelle Britton, Leading Together: Advancing Primary and Community Care Through Clinical and Administrative Partnerships; Tara Kiran, OurCare: Advancing a Patient and Public-Centred Vision for Primary Care in Canada.
Community of Practice Event hosted by the Family Care Team Resource Hub, IPC (Interprofessional Primary Care) in Action.
For more information, or to register: https://priimenetwork.ca/prifor-2026-team-based-primary-care/ or email [email protected]

08/10/2026

Congratulations 🎉

Two awards, one incredible impact.
Dr. Sevtap Savas, a professor in our Faculty of Medicine, has received both the 2026 CAPO Innovation Award and a 2026 Newfoundland and Labrador Seniors of Distinction Award for her leadership in cancer research, patient partnerships and public engagement.

Since joining Memorial in 2008, Dr. Savas has worked to ensure patient and public voices help shape cancer research, policy discussions and knowledge sharing throughout the province and beyond.

👏 Congratulations, Dr. Savas, on this well-deserved recognition!

Read more: Double Honours - https://bit.ly/4wkIYif
Memorial University, Newfoundland and Labrador
BioMedical Sciences, Memorial University
Outreach and Engagement, Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University

07/29/2026

07/29/2026

Meet the team behind MedQuest and Outreach & Engagement at Memorial University’s Faculty of Medicine! 🔬🧪Faculty of Medicine, Memorial University

Danielle Nichols develops the programs, creates hands-on learning experiences, and brings new outreach ideas to life. Charli Philpott keeps it all running smoothly by managing the administration, logistics, and countless behind-the-scenes details that make every event a success.

Together, they’re passionate about inspiring the next generation of healthcare professionals and connecting medicine with communities.

07/10/2026

🎉 Save the Date!
Faculty of Medicine, MUN Reunion 2026 is happening July 31 – August 1, 2026 in St. John’s, NL! Reconnect with classmates, celebrate milestones, and catch up with the Faculty of Medicine community.
Registration is now open! Learn more and register: https://www.med.mun.ca/oped/programs/reunion2026
Memorial University Memorial University Alumni

07/10/2026

📢 Registration is now open!
Join us for the Atlantic Canada Physician & Graduate Medical Education Conference 2026—bringing together physicians, educators, learners, and healthcare professionals to explore innovation, collaboration, and excellence in medical education.
Learn more and register today: https://www.med.mun.ca/oped/programs/acpagm2026
Faculty of Medicine, MUN NL Health Services

06/29/2026

OPED is saddened to learn of the passing of Bonnie, founder of Ovarian Cancer Research and Education NL (OCRE-NL) and Belles with Balls NL.

We were honoured to support this organization for many years and to work alongside Bonnie, whose courage, compassion, and dedication to ovarian cancer awareness touched countless lives across Newfoundland and Labrador.

Our thoughts are with her family, friends, and the entire Belles community. Bonnie’s legacy will continue to inspire for generations to come. 💙

Today, our hearts are heavy as we say goodbye to our founding Belle, our dear friend, and the very reason this incredible community exists.

When Bonnie was diagnosed with ovarian cancer nearly 17 years ago, she and her husband found themselves searching for answers, education, and hope. They had never even heard of ovarian cancer before her diagnosis. Rather than allowing that reality to define her, Bonnie made a remarkable decision—she turned her diagnosis into a mission so that no other family would have to face the same journey feeling alone.

From her courage grew Ovarian Cancer Research and Education NL (OCRE-NL) Fund and Belles with Balls NL.

Bonnie turned pain into purpose, uncertainty into education, and heartbreak into hope. In true Bonnie fashion, she brought people together, inspired a province, and created a community built on compassion, strength, and unwavering determination.

Anyone fortunate enough to know Bonnie knows she was so much more than courageous. She was a beacon of light. She radiated positivity, kindness, grace, and strength, with a heart as beautiful as her smile. She had an extraordinary ability to make everyone around her feel seen, valued, and capable of making a difference.

While this tremendous loss will be felt across Newfoundland and Labrador, Bonnie's legacy is one that will never fade. It lives on through every dollar raised, every life touched, every conversation started about ovarian cancer, and every member of the Belles family she inspired.

As we move forward, we do so carrying Bonnie with us. She will forever be the heart of our organization, our inspiration, and our guiding light. We know she will be with us in everything we do, reminding us to lead with courage, kindness, and hope.

Thank you, Bonnie, for showing us what it truly means to make every moment matter. Your legacy will continue to change lives for generations to come.

Forever our founding Belle. Forever our inspiration.

Stronger Together. 🩵🌻

06/17/2026

🎉 We’re celebrating! 🎉

The Office of Professional and Educational Development (OPED) has been awarded full Committee on Accreditation of Continuing Medical Education (CACME) accreditation for an eight-year term (2026–2033)!

The CACME review team recognized our innovative program design, strong co-leadership model, psychologically safe workplace culture, and impactful partner relationships.

This achievement reflects the dedication of our entire team and the valued contributions of our faculty, staff, learners, and partners. Thank you to everyone who helped make this possible!

👏 Congratulations, OPED Team!