Dr. Michael Malus's holistic and collaborative approach to healthcare has set a benchmark in family medicine. His commitment to integrating mental health services into primary care and his dedication to mentorship have inspired a generation of healthcare professionals.
Credentials and highlights
笔辞蝉颈迟颈辞苍:听Former Director of the Goldman Herzl Family Practice Centre, Jewish General Hospital聽
Year: Joined the Department in 1982
Award Category: Clinician-scientist
Nominated by Marion Dove, Chair of the Department of Family Medicine:
It is with profound respect and admiration that I offer this nomination for Dr. Michael Malus, whose unwavering dedication to adolescent mental health has profoundly impacted countless lives and the field of Family Medicine.
Dr. Malus's journey began with his graduation from 51吃瓜网 in 1963. Recognizing the absence of a formal Family Medicine program at the time, he proactively arranged diverse clinical rotations, laying a robust foundation for his future endeavors. His early medical practice in remote communities, including Fort Rae in the Northwest Territories and the Mescalero Apache reservation in New Mexico, exposed him to the profound effects of socioeconomic challenges on adolescent health. These experiences deeply informed his compassionate approach to care.
Upon returning to Montreal, Dr. Malus served as the Director of the Goldman Herzl Family Practice Centre at the Jewish General Hospital for 22 years. Under his visionary leadership, the centre expanded its services to address pressing community needs, notably establishing the Teenage Health Unit in 1985. This pioneering initiative provided free medical and psychological support to adolescents aged 13 to 19, addressing issues ranging from depression and anxiety to substance abuse and eating disorders. Recognizing the escalating mental health challenges exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic, Dr. Malus further spearheaded programs to support school-based counsellors through Cognitive Behavioural Therapy training, enhancing early intervention strategies.
I extend heartfelt gratitude to Dr. Michael Malus for his enduring contributions to adolescent mental health and Family Medicine.
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To learn more about Dr. Malus, please visit: /familymed/article/michael-malus-and-his-calling-help-suffering-teens
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