2sLGBTQIA+ Learner Gathering
The WELL Office is pleased to invite all 2sLGBTQIA+ learners from UGME, PGME, DENT, ISoN, SPOT and SCSD, to a virtual hour of connection and support!
This counsellor-facilitated gathering is intended to provide space for the unique experience of navigating through healthcare training and career life as a 2sLGBTQIA+ identifying person. First, learners will have the opportunity to hear from Dr. Armand Aalamian (bio below) about his experience navigating his identity within the healthcare profession. Then, after a brief Q&A, Dr. Aalamian will leave the meeting, and Jann Tamaro (bio below) will facilitate the remainder of the event, allowing learners to share experiences and speak to the challenges and strengths that come with being part of the 2sLGBTQIA+ community in healthcare.
Dr. Armand Aalamian has extensive experience in supporting and advancing medical education. He spent two decades with McGill University’s Faculty of Medicine as an Associate Professor and held a number of leadership positions including Associate Dean of Postgraduate Medical Education, Associate Director of Education at the Collège des médecins du Québec, Director of Development of New Family Medicine Residency Teaching Sites, Assistant Dean of Postgraduate Resident Affairs, Family Medicine Program Director. He is currently the Executive Director, Learning at the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA).
In addition to his work in medical education, Armand has practiced medicine for over 30 years, holding various positions such as Chief of Mental Health Services with CSSS de la Montagne Community Clinics, and Chief Medical Consultant at the United Nations’ International Civil Aviation Organization. He has substantial experience in collaborating with national and international medical education stakeholders and, as an accomplished leader, has promoted cultural humility, equity, diversity, and inclusion within healthcare organizations.
Jann Tomaro is a doctoral student at McGill University in Counselling Psychology and a member of the Social Justice and Diversity Lab. Following her interest in intersecting sociopolitical determinants that hinder wellbeing and access to care, her research focuses on improving mental health for underserved communities. Jann is a member of the Pride Therapy Network of Montreal and an advocate for affirmative mental health care that honours and celebrates 2LGBTQIA+ communities.
To register for this event, please click HERE.
