Temerty Medicine community members recognized with Order of Canada

Five current or former Temerty Faculty of Medicine faculty members and four alumni have been recognized with the Order of Canada, the country’s highest civilian honour, in the latest round of appointments and promotions announced June 30, 2025.

They were among 83 individuals who were appointed to — or promoted within — the order in recognition of sustained and extraordinary contributions to Canada in medicine, the arts, education and international relations, among other areas.

“Congratulations to the newest appointees to the Order of Canada,” Gov. Gen. Mary Simon said in a statement. “We proudly recognize each of these individuals whose dedication and passion for service not only enrich our communities but also help shape the fabric of our nation. Together, they inspire us to strive for greatness and to foster a future filled with hope and possibility.” 

These are the Temerty Medicine community members who were appointed to, or promoted within, the Order of Canada:

Current and former faculty

Earl Bogoch, orthopaedic surgeon at St. Michael’s Hospital, Unity Health Toronto, and professor in the department of surgery at Temerty Medicine, was named a Member for his pioneering work in preventing fractures. 

Fabrice Brunet, former professor of medicine in what is now Temerty Medicine, was appointed an Officer for his commitment to improving health care in Canada and globally. 

Allison Eddy, former nephrologist at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) and faculty member in what is now Temerty Medicine, was named a Member for her research on chronic kidney disease. 

F. Stuart Foster, senior scientist at Sunnybrook Research Institute and professor in the department of medical biophysics at Temerty Medicine, was appointed an Officer for his development of micro-imaging ultrasound. 

Homer Tien, associate scientist at Sunnybrook Research Institute and associate professor at Temerty Medicine who is CEO of Ornge, was named a Member for improving trauma care for people in remote areas, including injured soldiers and Indigenous Peoples, through his work as a trauma surgeon and former military physician.   

Alumni and friends

Bonnie Henry, who completed a community medicine residency at U of T, was named an Officer for her work safeguarding the health of people in Canada and globally, including leading B.C.’s COVID-19 response as its provincial health officer.

David Jones, who completed pre-med, MD and graduate studies at U of T, was named an Officer for his efforts to support and safeguard Canadians’ health, including by serving as the first chief public health officer of Canada.

Peter Rosenbaum, who completed residency training at SickKids and U of T, was named an Officer for his research in childhood disabilities, ethics and disability-related language. 

Timothy Whelan, who completed his radiation oncology training at the Princess Margaret Cancer Centre and U of T, was named a Member for his work that redefined radiation therapy’s use in treating breast cancer.