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Teresa M. Chan is the Founding Dean of the Toronto Metropolitan University School of Medicine and serves as TMU’s Vice-President of Medical Affairs. A former Associate Dean at McMaster University, she has been instrumental in medical education with a focus on innovative approaches and social justice advocacy. As a practicing emergency physician since 2013, Dr. Chan combines her clinical experience with her educational initiatives to enhance medical training. She has been recognized for her contributions to health care, notably being named one of the top 10 influential Canadians in health care by Maclean's in 2024. With over 230 peer-reviewed publications and leadership roles in various medical education associations, Dr. Chan has also led numerous educational development projects aimed at supporting faculty and advancing diversity in medical training. She advocates for technology-enhanced learning, including game-based education, and has significantly contributed to the open access medical education movement through academic blogging, podcasting, and video creation.
McMaster University • Hamilton, ON, Canada
Oversaw professional development programs for medical staff, focusing on lifelong learning and competency.
McMaster Education, Research, Innovation Theory • Hamilton, ON, Canada
Conducted research and development in medical education, contributing to innovative teaching methods.
Department of Chemical Engineering