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Dr. Michael Kenyon
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Dr. Michael Kenyon
Background Information
Birth PlaceSouth Africa
OccupationGeneral Internal Medicine, Critical Care Physician and Educator
Current ResidenceTerrace, British Columbia

Dr. Michael Kenyon is a Critical Care Physician and Educator, born in South Africa.

As a former Governor of the British Columbia Chapter of the American College of Physicians (ACP), he assumed the role of Governor within the ACP,[1] in In May 2019. In June 2020, his leadership was acknowledged as he continued to serve on the Council as Treasurer.[2]

Beyond his administrative roles, Dr. Kenyon is involved in academic medicine as a Clinical Assistant Professor in the UBC Department of Medicine.[3] He is also the founder of the Specialty of General Internal Medicine at the Royal College of Physicians of Canada.[4]

Dr. Kenyon's healthcare services extend to serving rural communities, earning him the Lifetime Achievement Award of Excellence in Rural Medicine[5]. At the Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, he serves as the lead physician [6] in the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), where his expertise in critical care medicine ensures optimal patient care and inspires the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Career Highlights

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Michael Kenyon embarked on his medical career at Wits University (University of the Witwatersrand)and Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital in Soweto, where he served as a [Senior House Officer] (SHO). Under the mentorship of medical professionals such as Prof. Leo Schamroth and Dr. Ben Goldberg, Kenyon played a pivotal role in teaching bedside medicine to medical students and junior colleagues. He was instrumental in establishing the [renal transplant] program at Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospital and served as a part-time consultant, contributing to the intensive care unit (ICU) and teaching rounds.

Upon attaining Fellowship, Kenyon became a final year examiner at University of the Witwatersrand Medical School, further solidifying his commitment to medical education. His journey then led him to Newfoundland and Labrador, where he introduced thrombolytic treatment for myocardial infarctions (MIs) to the Labrador-Grenfell Health, Service despite facing significant resistance. He also conducted outreach clinics in Labrador coastal communities and supervised medical students from Memorial University of Newfoundland during his tenure.

In Saskatchewan, Kenyon served as the director of the MJUH ICU, implementing various protocols for thrombolysis, ventilation, and cardiac life support. He played a crucial role in medical education, supervising University of Saskatchewan medical students and becoming an Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) instructor.

During his time in the Northwest Health Authority[7], Kenyon continued to advocate for improved healthcare services, particularly in critical care and diabetic management. He actively participated in the development of clinical protocols, outreach programs, and rural healthcare initiatives, contributing to the enhancement of medical services at both regional and provincial levels.

In Nanaimo, Kenyon established a comprehensive ICU service, implementing clinical protocols and advancing renal replacement therapy. He facilitated the integration of the Nanaimo ICU into provincial databases and played a key role in recruiting and expanding the Department of Medicine at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital.[8]

Contributions to Medical Education

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Throughout his career, Michael Kenyon has been committed to medical education. He has taught undergraduate and postgraduate medical students at various institutions, including Mills Memorial Hospital, University of British Columbia (UBC), and University of Northern British Columbia (UNBC). He has received accolades for his involvement in clinical teaching and has been actively involved in training future physicians. [9]

Professional Recognition and Leadership

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Michael Kenyon's contributions to the medical field have been widely recognized. He has received numerous awards, including the UBC Clinical Faculty Award for Excellence in Clinical Teaching [10]and the Resident's Choice Teaching Award for the UBC Faculty of Medicine GIM Fellowship Program. He has held leadership positions in organizations such as the BC Society of Critical Care Medicine (BCSCCM) and the American College of Physicians (ACP), where he served as Governor of the BC Chapter.

Service to the University

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Michael Kenyon has been actively involved in various university committees and initiatives. He has served as a member of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada Working Group in General Internal Medicine and the Exam Committee for Internal Medicine at the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC), representing British Columbia and the University of British Columbia. Additionally, he served as the Co-Director of the UBC/UNBC ICC3 program in Terrace, British Columbia and as an Internal Medicine/ICU Preceptor for ICC3 and Family Practice residents since 2008.

Service to the Hospital

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Kenyon has served on numerous committees, including the AICU Representative on Cardiac Services Quality Improvement Committee, Northern Health ICU Reference Group/Committee, and the NRGH ICU Morbidity and Mortality (M&M) Committee, where he also served as Chair. Kenyon's leadership contributions extend to various medical staff associations and executive committees at hospitals across Canada, including Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, Mills Memorial Hospital, and Curtis Memorial Hospital.

Service to the Community

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In addition to his contributions to the university and hospital, Michael Kenyon has been actively engaged in community service, serving in leadership roles in scholarly societies and professional organizations. He has been an elected Governor of the American College of Physicians (ACP) BC Chapter and has served on the ACP International Council and the Canadian Council of ACP Governors. Kenyon has also held the position of Treasurer for the ACP BC Chapter.

Personal Life

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Dr Kenyon resides on Vancouver Island with his wife of 45 years, Karen Kenyon. He has two children, Nathalie Fleming-Gale and Michael Kenyon, and one granddaughter, Alice Fleming-Gale.

Awards for Teaching

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  1. RDoC (Resident Doctors of Canada) 2023 Mikhael Award for Medical Education (staff category)[11][12]
Date: April 15, 2024
Awarding Organization: Resident Doctors of Canada[13]
  2. UNBC NMP ICC3 “Clinical Teacher of the Year” – (Class of 2022)
    3. [14]
Date: June 2021
Awarding Organization: University of Northern British Columbia Medical Program Integrated Community Clerkship 3
  2. UBC Department of Family Practice 2019-2020 Excellence in Resident Education Award: Nanaimo Site
    3. [15]
Date: June 30, 2020
Awarding Organization: University of British Columbia, Department of Family Practice
  2. UBC Department of Medicine Honour Roll for Clinical Teaching Excellence
Date: June 4, 2020
Awarding Organization: University of British Columbia, Department of Medicine
  2. UBC Faculty of Medicine, 2019 Clinical Faculty Award for Career Excellence in Clinical Teaching
    3. [16]
Date: October 3, 2019
Awarding Organization: University of British Columbia, Faculty of Medicine
  2. UBC Faculty of Medicine, Faculty Teaching Award (Resident’s Choice), GIM Fellowship Program
Date: June 7, 2018
Awarding Organization: University of British Columbia, Faculty of Medicine
  2. UBC Faculty of Medicine Clinical Faculty Award for Excellence in Community Practice Teaching (May 2012)
Date: May 2012
Awarding Organization: University of British Columbia, Faculty of Medicine
  2. Identified as an ‘’educational influential ‘’ physician in the province of British Columbia by the UBC Faculty of Medicine, Division of Continuing Medical Education (April 1998)
Date: April 1998
Awarding Organization: University of British Columbia, Faculty of Medicine, Division of Continuing Medical Education

Awards for Service

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  1. 2020/09/25 - Pacific Northwest Division of Family Practice 2020 Spirit Award : Lifetime Achievement.
Date: September 25, 2020
Awarding Organization: Pacific Northwest Division of Family Practice
  2. 2020/09/25 - Pacific Northwest Division of Family Practice 2020 Spirit Award : Excellence in Specialty.
Date: September 25, 2020
Awarding Organization: Pacific Northwest Division of Family Practice
  2. 2020/06/25 - RCCBC 2020 Award of Excellence in Rural Medicine: Lifetime Achievement
Date: June 25, 2020
Awarding Organization: Rural Coordination Centre of BC
  2. 2011/12/24 - Canadian Forces General Service Medal with South West Asia Ribbon for service in ICU at the NATO Multinational Role 3 MMU Combat Hospital, Kandahar Airfield, Afghanistan.
Date: December 24, 2011
Awarding Organization: Canadian Forces
  2. 1986, June - South African Medical Services Distinguished Service Award.
Date: June 1986
Awarding Organization: South African Medical Services
  2. 1985, Aug - SADF/South African Medical Services Distinguished Combat Service Award.
Date: August 1985
Awarding Organization: South African Medical Services

Other Awards

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  1. 2012/09/30 - Designated FRCPC (Founder – GIM) by the RCPSC.
Date: September 30, 2012
Awarding Organization: Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada
  2. 2011/01/01 - Fellow of the American College of Physicians by Peer Election.
Date: January 1, 2011
Awarding Organization: American College of Physicians
  2. 1990, May - Life Membership of the College of Physicians of South Africa.
Date: May 1990
Awarding Organization: College of Physicians of South Africa

Awards for Scholarship

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  1. 1990, June - Registrar’s Award (Resident’s Medal).
Date: June 1990
Awarding Organization: [Please insert]

References

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  1. ^ "British Columbia Governor's Newsletter May 2019 | ACP Online". 18 January 2023.
  2. ^ "British Columbia Governor's Newsletter June 2020 | ACP Online". 15 February 2022.
  3. ^ "Congratulations Dr. Kenyon". 26 June 2020.
  4. ^ "A Life Well-Practiced".
  5. ^ "Congratulations Dr. Kenyon". 26 June 2020.
  6. ^ "Head of ICU at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital".
  7. ^ "Pacific Northwest Division of Family Practice | LinkedIn".
  8. ^ "Congratulations Dr. Kenyon". 26 June 2020.
  9. ^ "Original Observations and Research Personal Observation: Intravenous Aminophylline Treatment for Migraine".
  10. ^ "Congratulations to the UBC Department of Medicine recipients of the 2019 UBC Faculty of Medicine Awards | Department of Medicine".
  11. ^ "2023 RDoC AWARD RECIPIENTS | Resident Doctors of Canada".
  12. ^ "Dr. Michael Kenyon, Recipient of RD0C Mikhael Award for Medical Education". YouTube. 15 April 2024.
  13. ^ https://residentdoctors.ca/
  14. ^ https://med-fom-mednet.sites.olt.ubc.ca/files/2022/10/2021-Annual-Awards-and-Significant-Honours-Report.pdf
  15. ^ "Congratulations Dr. Kenyon". 26 June 2020.
  16. ^ "Congratulations to the UBC Department of Medicine recipients of the 2019 UBC Faculty of Medicine Awards | Department of Medicine".
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