Megan George is a driven and ambitious individual who recently completed her undergraduate studies at York University and received a biomedical science degree. Currently, under the supervision of Dr. Ahmad Firas Khalid and Dr. A.M. Viens, she plays an instrumental role as a research coordinator in facilitating and overseeing the ongoing research study pertaining to the analysis of the inaugural Global Health Stimulation in Canada that took place at York University. Her expertise in coordinating research activities and managing project logistics ensures the smooth execution of this ground-breaking initiative.
With unwavering dedication, Megan is coordinating the second experiential simulation-based learning conference and hopes to empower students with the skills necessary to analyze and address intricate global health challenges. Her passion for attaining health equity drove her to expand her educational journey. Megan is currently pursuing a Master of Science degree at the University of Toronto within the Institute of Medical Sciences at the Temerty School of Medicine, with a focused specialization in oncological research. This academic pursuit not only highlights her commitment to advancing global health but also showcases her determination to contribute significantly to the field of oncology.
Themes | Global Health & Humanitarianism |
Status | Alum |
Events |
2024 World Health Assembly Simulation | September 29, 2023 |
Related Work | |
Updates |
2024 World Health Assembly Recap | June 10, 2024
Student Opportunity W24 – Experiential Learning in Global Health – Research Assistant | November 29, 2023 2023 World Health Assembly Simulation Highlights Importance of Experiential Education | October 20, 2023 Internship Program: Summer 2023 In Review | September 6, 2023 Groundbreaking global health simulation slated for May | April 17, 2023 Updates – New Website for the 2023 World Health Assembly Simulation at York University | March 22, 2023 |
You may also be interested in…
Global Strategy Lab awarded $8.7M to create AMR Policy Accelerator
Antimicrobial resistance (AMR) is one of the greatest threats humanity faces today. Decades of use, overuse and misuse of antimicrobials in animals and humans has led to the development of bacteria, viruses, fungi and parasites …Read more about this Post
Internship Program: Summer 2022 In Review
The Dahdaleh Institute worked with exceptional students this summer through our global health internship program, including students hired through the Research at York program, completing program practicums with us, and volunteers. Our interns conducted literature …Read more about this Post
Recap — Systems Approach to Address Resource Insecurity and Health Inequities, with Godfred Boateng
On October 23, Dahdaleh faculty fellow Professor Godfred Boateng examined how interconnected systems such as food, water, energy, and housing insecurity impact public health, particularly within vulnerable communities. Professor Boateng used the analogy of blind …Read more about this Post