Sets strategic direction for the Association, chair of the IMDSA member meetings, main point of contact for all external organizations.
Sits on the following committees: MD Curriculum & Program Committee (MDCPC), Special Faculty Council, MD Reps, Student Curriculum Committee (SCC), IPAC
Contact email: imdsa@ualberta.ca
Support students looking at their journey of healing, connecting students with cultural supports, finding workshops, including working with external community agencies to bring in workshops
Collaborates with MDAIDE and IHIP
*We recognize the established achievements made by the Local Officer(s) of Indigenous Health and their continued work with the MSA and CFMS.
Supports the research initiatives of the IMDSA.
Advocates as a student voice for incorporating Indigenous content into the curriculum.
Sits on the following committees: Assessment, Evaluation, Pre-Clerkship, Longitudinal Themes, SCC, and MD Reps.
Supports the development of external Indigenous student organizations.
Supports the development of the national Indigenous students' organization
Sits on the following committees: Admissions, IHIP, EDI
Responsible for handling Association funds, curating financial records, and funding applications.
Sits on the Clerkship committee
New position created in 2022
Limited to a resident who is a former member of the IMDSA.
Provides mentorship for IMDSA members, builds connections with physicians practicing in community, and coordinates Alumni events.