Event Details

The Black Physicians' Association of Ontario (BPAO) is excited to host a Research & Grants Application Training Webinar to introduce medical students to the fundamentals of research and grant applications. This session is designed to help students understand the importance of research, identify funding opportunities, and navigate the application process. The goal is to encourage medical learners to start engaging in research early and build a track record, especially for those unsure if they qualify or where to begin.


Why Attend?

Whether you're new to research or looking for funding, this webinar will provide:

  • An introduction to research and its role in medical training and career advancement.
  • Insights into overcoming common challenges and misconceptions about research eligibility.
  • Guide students on leveraging small grants to support research involvement.
  • Connections with mentors and resources to support your research journey.


Who should attend?

  • First and second-year medical students
  • Medical students who have not yet engaged in research
  • Students considering research but unsure where to start
  • Those seeking funding for research projects

Agenda

18:00 - 18:15
Welcome and Introduction
18:15 - 19:00
Panel Session
Dr. Adom Bondzi-Simpson, Dr. Gayathri Naganathan, Dr. Jodie Odame and Dr. Ayodele Odutayo
19:00 - 19:15
Q & A Session
19:15 - 19:25
Closing Remarks and Next Steps

Speakers

  • Dr. Adom Bondzi-Simpson (Resident - General Surgery at University of Toronto)

    Dr. Adom Bondzi-Simpson

    Resident - General Surgery at University of Toronto

    Dr. Bondzi-Simpson is a General Surgery Resident at the University of Toronto. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine Degree at University of Calgary in 2019. He also holds a Masters of Science (MSc) in Immunology and a Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil) in Clinical Epidemiology both at the University of Toronto.

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  • Dr. Gayathri Naganathan (Breast Surgical Oncology Fellow at University of Toronto)

    Dr. Gayathri Naganathan

    Breast Surgical Oncology Fellow at University of Toronto

    Dr. Gayathri Naganathan is a Breast Surgical Oncology Fellow at the University of Toronto. She completed her General Surgery Residency at the University of Toronto and undergraduate medical education at McMaster University Medical School. She also holds a Master of Science in Health Services Research from the Institute for Health Policy, Management, and Evaluation at the University of Toronto. Her current research interests include health equity, global surgery, and the application of qualitative methods within health systems and breast surgical oncology research.

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  • Dr. Jodie Odame (Clinical Fellow in Haematology/Oncology at The Hospital for Sick Children)

    Dr. Jodie Odame

    Clinical Fellow in Haematology/Oncology at The Hospital for Sick Children

    Dr. Odame is a Clinical Fellow in Haematology/Oncology at The Hospital for Sick Children. She obtained her Bachelor of Medicine and of Surgery from Royal College of Surgeons Ireland as well as a Masters of Science from the University of Toronto.

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  • Dr. Ayodele Odutayo (Adult Nephrologist)

    Dr. Ayodele Odutayo

    Adult Nephrologist

    Dr. Ayodele Odutayo is an Adult Nephrologist. He obtained his Doctor of Medicine degree at UofT in 2013 and completed his Master of Science (MSc) and Doctor of Philosophy (DPhil) in Epidemiology from 2013-2017, both at the University of Oxford as a Rhodes scholar. His research focuses on clinical trials examining cardiovascular and kidney disease and is co-funded by the Kidney Foundation of Canada, the Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research and the Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) Research.

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