Canadian Academy of Health Sciences' newest fellow: Dr. Sofia Ahmed
25 August 2026
Dr. Sofia Ahmed
Professor, Division of Nephrology
Dr. Sofia Ahmed has been elected a 2026 Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences (CAHS), one of the highest distinctions in Canada’s health sciences community.
An internationally respected clinician-scientist, Dr. Ahmed has made significant contributions to understanding the ways sex and gender affect cardiovascular and kidney health. Her research has helped advance health care for women and gender-diverse people, while influencing clinical guidance, health policy, and clinical practice in Canada and beyond. A central focus of her work has been bringing greater consideration of sex and gender into cardiovascular and kidney research and patient care.
Dr. Ahmed is also recognized for her contributions as a mentor and academic leader. She has fostered collaborative, interdisciplinary research, developed partnerships with communities and individuals with lived and living experience, and supported emerging researchers throughout their careers. Through these efforts, she has helped promote health care that is more equitable, inclusive, and responsive to the needs of individual patients.
CAHS announced the election of 59 new Fellows for 2026. The incoming class reflects the breadth and diversity of Canada’s health sciences community, with expertise spanning clinical care, biomedical research, public health, health systems, Indigenous health, social sciences, health policy, education, and community engagement.
Fellowship in CAHS recognizes individuals who have demonstrated sustained excellence and meaningful contributions to health sciences. Fellows are nominated and elected by their peers for their achievements in advancing knowledge, improving health, and contributing to healthier communities and societies.