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2026 Summer Institutes in Health Research Methodologies
The Summer Institute offers a unique opportunity to engage with innovative research approaches in an interactive, applied learning environment. These workshops are offered in collaboration with the McGill Family Medicine Education Research Group and are led by experts at the forefront of their fields.
Partnership and Context in International Primary Care Training: Lessons from the McGill-Tongji Program
This presentation examines the McGill–Tongji Blended Education Program for Teacher Leaders in General Practice, an international collaboration designed to strengthen primary health care (PHC) education in China.
Remembering Richard Hovey
We are saddened to share the passing of Richard Hovey on November 28, 2025. A respected educator and scholar, he is remembered for his commitment to patient-centred care, thoughtful inquiry, and human connection.
Past News Articles
What are the things to avoid when starting out in the Health Sciences Education Research space? | Ask 5
This month on Ask 5, our aspiring researchers discuss “What are the things to avoid when starting out in the Health Sciences Education Research space?”
Richard and Sylvia Cruess Symposium on Scholarship in Health Sciences Education | April 29, 2025
In celebration of the 50th anniversary of McGill’s Institute of Health Sciences Education (IHSE, formerly the Centre for Medical Education), we invite you to participate in the Richard and Sylvia Cruess Symposium on Scholarship in Health Sciences Education. This event will be held on Tuesday, April 29, 2025, from 8:00 am to 5:30 pm
What are the important and maybe unexpected skills to have or develop as a researcher? | Ask 5
This month on Ask 5, our aspiring researchers discuss “What are the important and maybe unexpected skills to have or develop as a researcher?” From communication and listening to writing and marketing our guests shine a spotlight on the essential skills, knowledge and lessons that every great researcher needs.
Pierre Pluye is honoured with Lifetime Achievement Award in Family Medicine Research posthumously
The McGill FMER is very proud to announce that on November 6, 2024, during the Family Medicine Forum (FMF)—an annual conference hosted by the College of Family Physicians of Canada—Dr. Pierre Pluye, MD, PhD, Full Professor in the Department of Family Medicine and...
The Three Talk Model of Shared Decision Making … Simple yet Complex
FMER Advanced Research Seminars:The Three Talk Model of Shared Decision Making ... Simple yet ComplexThank you so much, Glyn Elwyn BA MD MSc PhD FRCGP! On behalf of all the e-attendees, we extend our sincere gratitude for your wonderful webinar.Date: November 26,...
Institute of Health Sciences Education Graduate Programs Open House
Join us at the Institute of Health Sciences Education for an Open House to learn about our graduate program offering for 2025-2026.