An institutional innovator and leader in medical education

A physician, leader and builder of high-quality medical research in Canada

A tireless builder of global heart care capacity

The leading North American clinical trialist, Dr. Salim Yusuf’s epidemiologic work in more than 60 countries shows the majority of risks of both cardiovascular and cerebrovascular disease are attributable to the same few risk factors. His large-scale studies involving several hundreds of thousands of individuals in dozens of countries have changed the way some of the world’s most deadly health conditions are prevented, treated and managed.

Improved the lives of millions of children around the globe

The incidence of congenital hypothyroidism is one in 4,000 births. With Dr. Dussault’s simple test, using a small heel prick within two weeks of birth, thyroid deficient states can be detected in newborns to avoid varying degrees of intellectual disabilities and to increase the chance of leading a normal life. This application of scientific discovery to eliminate a serious global health problem is an outstanding example of the finest tradition of public health.

An exemplary builder in health research and innovation and committed global health advocate

A pioneer in gene therapy and cancer research

A visionary-physician and a constant advocate for effective HIV-AIDS treatment