MD Student & Resident Affairs

Please note that the Student and Resident Affairs team is currently working in a hybrid model, offering both in-person and virtual appointments. All virtual sessions will be conducted virtually using Jane Telehealth. Should you prefer an in-person appointment and are unable to find a suitable appointment time, please email us at macmdsupport@mcmaster.ca for further assistance.

UGME Student Affairs Director

HAMILTON Students: Book with Dr. Tara Riddell

NIAGARA Students: Book with Dr. Wendey Proctor

WATERLOO Students: Book with Dr. Amy Mcphedran


UGME & PGME Wellness Counselling

All McMaster MD students and PGME learners may click here to schedule a wellness appointment.. Our wellness counsellors can meet with you to discuss anything on your mind including stress, relationships, mental health, and more.


UGME Career Counselling

As an MD student, you have many potential supports and resources available to you in your Career Exploration & Selection journey. Topics most appropriate for Career Counsellors: • Questions about what career options are available to you, and how to explore them • Questions about how to decide between your many career options • Using your clerkship stream selection to your best advantage... Read More

As an MD student, you have many potential supports and resources available to you in your Career Exploration & Selection journey.

Topics most appropriate for Career Counsellors:
• Questions about what career options are available to you, and how to explore them
• Questions about how to decide between your many career options
• Using your clerkship stream selection to your best advantage
• Questions about preparing for your residency application process with a strong and competitive application
• How to select and make the most out of your electives

For questions surrounding electives (availability, requirements, booking, withdrawal) and diversification, please contact the electives office.

Remember to make use of your Student Advisor as a resource in your decision making as well.


UGME Learning Assistance Counselling

Undergraduate Medical Students
* Before booking a learning assistance appointment, please be sure to review the list of resources on Medportal>Student Affairs> Learning Assistance


PGME Resident Affairs Assistant Dean

The Assistant Dean of Resident Affairs develops programs and processes related to resident well-being and is available to meet with Residents & Fellows who are seeking support regarding complex accommodations, or mistreatment.

Please contact pgaffairs@mcmaster.ca to request an appointment with Dr. Munn


PGME Resident Affairs Director

The Resident Affairs Director is available to meet with Residents & Fellows to provide confidential support and guidance in navigating personal, academic and professional issues that arise during your training. Hamilton Campus Residents/Fellows: Please book online with Dr. Grady or Dr. Patel. Waterloo Regional Campus Residents/Fellows: Please email Dr. Amy McPhedran to schedule an appointm... Read More

The Resident Affairs Director is available to meet with Residents & Fellows to provide confidential support and guidance in navigating personal, academic and professional issues that arise during your training.

Hamilton Campus Residents/Fellows: Please book online with Dr. Grady or Dr. Patel.
Waterloo Regional Campus Residents/Fellows: Please email Dr. Amy McPhedran to schedule an appointment, mcphedam@mcmaster.ca
Niagara Regional Campus Residents/Fellows: Please email Dr. Courtney Manser to schedule an appointment, mahlerc@mcmaster.ca

Email me if you would like your appointment to be in-person.

Foluke is a McMaster Student and Resident Affairs Wellness Counsellor. She is based at the Hamilton campus, and is available to meet with all McMaster medical learners for personal counselling. Please contact Foluke at akinbotf@mcmaster.ca if you have any questions.

Email me if you would like your appointment to be in-person. Foluke is a McMaster Student and Re... Read More

Dr. Bowman is a community-based family physician and educator who has lived experience with disability and chronic illness. She is available to meet with residents with disability and/or chronic illness to provide short term support and coaching.

Please contact Dr. Bowman directly at bowmanc@mcmaster.ca to request an appointment.

Dr. Bowman is a community-based family physician and educator who has lived experience with disab... Read More

Hamilton-based residents & fellows

Dr. Grady completed her pediatric residency training at McMaster, followed by a fellowship in adolescent medicine in Philadelphia. Rosheen has a strong interested in medical education. She is available to provide advice and support to navigate program and career issues that emerge during residency.

Hamilton-based residents & fellows Dr. Grady completed her pediatric residency training at M... Read More

EMAIL TO BOOK

Residents/Fellows, please email pgaffairs@mcmaster.ca to book an appointment. with Dr. Munn. Online booking is not available at this time.

EMAIL TO BOOK Residents/Fellows, please email pgaffairs@mcmaster.ca to book an appointment. with... Read More

Lindsay is an experienced occupational therapist who works part-time within the Resident Affairs Office to guide residents requesting accommodations through the accommodations process. Contact her at the confidential accommodations email: pgaccomm@mcmaster.ca.

For details about the accommodations process for trainees, see our website: https://pgme.mcmaster.ca/resident-affairs/.

We do our best to respond to inquiries within 2 business days, however at times it will take longer. For urgent matters, contact Resident Affairs: pgaffair@mcmaster.ca

Lindsay is an experienced occupational therapist who works part-time within the Resident Affairs ... Read More

Sheila is based at the Hamilton campus and is available to meet with all McMaster residents and fellows at all sites for confidential, personal counselling.

Sheila is based at the Hamilton campus and is available to meet with all McMaster residents and f... Read More

Hamilton-based residents & fellows

Dr. Patel holds an FRCP(C) designation in Psychiatry and has a special interest in supporting and mentoring residents & fellows with personal and professional life challenges.

Hamilton-based residents & fellows Dr. Patel holds an FRCP(C) designation in Psychiatry and ... Read More

If you can’t find an appointment vacancy that will address your concern in a timely manner, please email Dr. Proctor. We will make every effort to speak with you as soon as possible.

If you can’t find an appointment vacancy that will address your concern in a timely manner, pleas... Read More

If you can’t find an appointment vacancy that will address your concern in a timely manner, please email macmdsupport@mcmaster.ca. We will make every effort to speak with you as soon as possible.

If you can’t find an appointment vacancy that will address your concern in a timely manner, pleas... Read More

Academic Skills and Career Counselor. Appointments will be held remotely by video chat on the Jane app or in person when I’m in the office. Looking forward to working with you!

Academic Skills and Career Counselor. Appointments will be held remotely by video chat on the Jan... Read More

*Note: I am currently offering virtual appointments only. Please email me directly if you would like your appointment to be over the phone instead.

Kent is based at the Hamilton campus, but will often travel to the Waterloo and Niagara campuses as well, and as the McMaster MD Career Counsellor Coordinator is available to meet with all McMaster medical learners for career counselling. Please contact Kent directly at kent.robinson@medportal.ca if you ever have any questions.

*Note: I am currently offering virtual appointments only. Please email me directly if you would... Read More

Career Counselor

Remote/online appointments via video chat on the Jane app or in person when I’m in the office on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (Hamilton, WRC or NRC). If you prefer an in-person meeting or can’t find a time that works for you in my schedule, please email me directly. I look forward to working together! Bienvenid@s Hispanoparlantes!

Career Counselor Remote/online appointments via video chat on the Jane app or in person when I’m... Read More

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