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We conduct our teaching, research and patient care in accordance with the highest international standards. We work with our partners in education, research and health care for the greater good of the local, regional and global community.
Outstanding areas of medical research at the University of Alberta include diabetes, obesity, virology, heart disease, motor control and rehabilitation, protein structure and function, and transplantation.
June 20, 2017
Pilot study in Red Deer schools taught important lessons in maintaining good mental health.
June 6, 2017
Physician. Mental health advocate. Optimist. Ian King is inspired to help those in difficult circumstances.
March 7, 2017
The Department of Psychiatry is pleased to announce that the Physician of the Year award from the Edmonton Zone Medical Staff Association is our very own Dr. Laura Stovel. Dr. Stovel is an Associate Professor in the Department and has been the Resident Program Director for the past 8 years. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Stovel on this well-deserved award.
February 22, 2017
Teaching coping skills key to helping people deal with problems
January 20, 2017
January 19, 2017
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October 26, 2016
University of Alberta spin-off company, ProTraining, wins award for online mental health and de-escalation training course for first responders
May 27, 2016
Bradley Necyk’s innovative work not only gives a different approach to physical and mental health through arts, but made him the recipient of a CIHR grant.
May 6, 2016
A psychiatry professor who lives in Fort McMurray offers advice for evacuees and all Albertans trying to deal with intense feelings.