Dr. Tamer Elghobary

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Tamer Elghobary, MD, completed his medical school in Egypt and earned a PhD before moving to Canada in 2007 to pursue specialized training in cardiac surgery. Since then, he has completed advanced fellowships and clinical training at leading academic centers in Halifax, Quebec, and Kingston. Currently, he is a Staff Surgeon at Saskatoon, where he brings expertise in complex cardiac procedures, academic mentorship, and surgical education. His global exposure to diverse healthcare systems has shaped his patient-centered approach and commitment to quality improvement in healthcare. Dr. Elghobary has held academic appointments at several renowned institutions and has mentored numerous trainees in cardiac surgery. He has also contributed extensively to the research and innovation in the field of cardiac surgery and authored multiple peer-reviewed publications, in addition to completing executive education in emerging healthcare technologies, artificial intelligence, and digital health solutions through Harvard University. Outside of his professional duties, he values his family life with his wife Salma and their children Youssef and Noor Hyat.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

— Present

University of Saskatchewan • Saskatoon, SK

Teaching and mentorship in the field of cardiac surgery, along with surgical practice at Royal University Hospital.

Requirements for University of Saskatchewan

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:19
Reading
Required:19
Writing
Required:19
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:86
Duolingo
Overall Score
Required:120
Overall
Required:120
Prerequisites
Four-year undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
Application Checklist
  • Official transcripts
  • Letters of recommendation
  • Statement of intent
  • CV/Resume
Specialization Notes

Standard university-wide graduate requirements apply to most arts and science departments unless otherwise specified by the program.