Technology Innovation, Assessment, and Commercialization

Speaker: Dr. Yen-I Chen Gastroenterologist and interventional Endoscopist MUHC,
McGill Associate Professor of Medicine

At the end of the presentation, the audience will:

1. Understand the IDEAL framework for technology assessment
2. How to use our clinical expertise to innovate
3. Understand the general pathway from idea to commercialization

Room: D02.1312

MEDICAL AID IN DYING IN QUEBEC:
Myths, pitfalls, shortcomings, tipping points, hidden aspects and contributing factors

Speaker: Me Pierre Deschamps

Ex-Member of the Commission sur les soins de fin de vie du Québec, Member of Research Group on Health and Law, McGill University

At the end of the presentation, the audience will:

The McGill Department of Medicine is calling for nominations for the prestigious Sam and Sadie Roth Family Visiting Professorship. The application deadline has been extended to October 2, 2026. The invitation is extended to exceptional applicants, of highest caliber and expertise, for a visiting period of 3 months in 2027. Successful candidates will receive funding of up to $45K, which may cover travel expenses, accommodation, and research program expenses. Funding does not include salary support (usually provided by candidate’s home institution).

Investigational new drug development using the gut microbiome in immuno-oncology

Speaker: Dr. Arielle Elkrief 

Associate Professor of Hemato-Oncology, University of Montreal (CHUM),
Co-Director of the CHUM Microbiome Centre
 

At the end of the presentation, the audience will:

The Department of Medicine will be hosting its annual New Faculty Orientation on Thursday, October 15, 2026, in the afternoon. This in-person event welcomes faculty who have recently joined the Department and includes sessions on academic affairs, departmental governance, and early career resources, as well as a dedicated mentorship activity and networking reception. A formal invitation with the event time, location, and full details will follow.