DFM 2016-2017 Annual Report

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Several publications from DFM researchers have
gained the attention of national media outlets, for
their impact on population health and potential
implications for practicing physicians.
Spotlight on DFM
National
Research
Dr. Turin Chowdhury’s study published in the
Canadian Medical Association Journal, finding that
First Nations populations are at higher risk to develop
type two diabetes, was reported by multiple national
news outlets including Global, CTV, and CBC, and
was featured prominently in online, television, and
radio news broadcasts.
Dr. Jim Dickinson’s work regarding changes to PAP
screening guidelines was also covered prominently
several times through national and local news outlets
across the country.
Dr. Dickinson’s work with the TARRANT Viral Watch
project gained coverage with regards to flu vaccine
efficacy in Alberta versus other provinces where the
flu shot was less effective this year.
This and other regular media coverage featuring
DFM researchers highlights to colleagues and the
general public that the DFM is producing high impact
research, leading to physician changes in practice
and valuable health information for patients
nationwide.
In the 2016/17 academic year (Jul 1-Jun 30), with data reported to May 31, 2017, DFM faculty are credited
with:
98 scholarly publications
221 total presentations, with 94 specific to research
$2,749,961.50 in research grants awarded and administered through the DFM
Scholarly Output
For a complete list of publications from July 1, 2016 - May 30, 2017 including full citation information, see
Appendix A. For a list of DFM presentations in 2016-2017, refer to Appendix B.
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