Education innovator, Callen is the Royal College Program Director of the Year
Dr. David Callen, associate professor of pediatrics and director of the Pediatric Neurology Residency Program at McMaster University, was recognized as a 2023 Program Director of the Year by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Callen, known for his passion, skill, and trademark outside-the-box approach to problem-solving, has led McMaster’s Pediatric Neurology Residency Program since its inception in 2008, and has supported the integration of Competency Based Medical Education (CBME) curriculum for learners across the Faculty of Health Sciences.
In addition, Callen has guided the Speciality Committee for Neurology at The Royal College. During his tenure, the Committee successfully implemented national initiatives including an in-training examination in pediatric neurology, which is now a standard component of training for Canadian pediatric neurology residents.
“As the pediatric neurology program director, David has been leading innovative medical education with continuous change and development for this program since its inception,” said Parveen Wasi, Associate Dean of Postgraduate Medical Education (PGME) at McMaster.
“As the chair of the CBME learner development committee, David has demonstrated both his leadership and commitment to the resident learning environment, and we are so grateful to have him be part of our PGME team.”
For these contributions, Callen was celebrated by the Royal College as a medical educator who is deeply invested in the success of his learners and who has enhanced residency education through innovation and impact beyond his home program.
Callen was presented with his award at the 2023 International Conference on Residency Education (ICRE) in Halifax on October 21, 2023.
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