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not modified: modified: 7 8 2c 9 2b The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame is a national charitable organization that celebrates discovery and innovation in medical science with the goal of raising awareness of Canada s rich medical history. 6 Through educational programs, such as Discovery Days and Museum School, The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame encourages young people to pursue careers in the health sciences, fostering future generations of 5 10 medical heroes. If you have questions during your tour, please do not hesitate to ask one of the Hall s friendly volunteers or staff for assistance. Let the walk through Canada s medical history begin 11 3 2a 4 1 Start
1 Laureate Portrait Gallery As you continue your tour, you are sure to be impressed with our prestigious portrait gallery. Take pride in the captivating stories of our laureates as told in their biographical sketches on display throughout the Hall. Our gallery features the stories of men and women who have contributed to the world of medicine, either in the past or in present day. These laureates come from across Canada, including several who made London, Ontario their home. Many of our laureates have achieved recognition for their contributions to Canadian medicine by being awarded the Order of Canada. BUST OF STILLER Your tour begins with the bust of Dr. Calvin Stiller, founder of The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. This sculpture was created by local artist George Shadford and was commissioned by Sandra and Joseph Rotman in honour of Dr. Stiller s induction into the Hall of Fame in 2010. We invite you to take time to read about the laureates accomplishments and their years spent on research, education and caring for those in need. The biographies offer a brief look into the lives of these dedicated individuals, describing their journey sometimes difficult towards induction into the Hall of Fame. Dr. Stiller developed one of the most dynamic organ transplant programs in the nation and championed countless other initiatives that have enriched research enterprise in Canada. He is called a visionary with organizational genius and has been successful in creating multiple institutions and programs including: The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame, Robarts Research Institute, Ontario Institute for Cancer Research, MaRs, and the Stiller Centre. 2
Our laureate portraits are sketched by the talented Mrs. Irma Coucill, a Canadian artist born in London, who currently resides in Toronto. Her work shows her artistic passion as she brings her portraits to life. As one of the most talented portrait artists in Canada, her work has been on display at the Canadian Aviation Hall of Fame, the Hockey Hall of Fame, the Canadian Business Hall of Fame and other prestigious galleries. 3 Irma was commissioned to draw the laureate portraits after the first Chair of The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame Board of Directors, J. Allyn Taylor, saw her work in the Canadian Business Hall of Fame. I m very grateful to him, Irma reflects. The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame is equally grateful to Irma for the work she has done for us! A wall of wisdom A WALL OF WISDOM Ponder the inspirational words that our laureates have shared with the world and are sharing with you here in the Hall. What are you doing that is new or different? Dr. Charles Drake 1994 Laureate It is not what you get but what you give that makes you rich. Dr. William Mustard 1995 Laureate It is useless to say something can t be done; it s a matter of whether you re willing to try. The Honorable Tommy C. Douglas 1994 Laureate
Mother and Child 4 There are two kinds of TB: the rich get richer and the poor die. Dr. Norman Bethune 1998 Laureate One of the first duties of the physician is to educate the masses not to take medicine. Sir William Osler 1994 Laureate What becomes of that vast array of experiences, thoughts and ideas entombed in our brain s memory? Dr. Wilder Penfield 1994 Laureate Feature Exhibit #1: Mother and Child This exhibit focuses on safe pregnancies and healthy children. Read about breakthroughs in pediatric surgeries ranging from bones to the heart. You will discover many interesting facts about our Canadian heroes, including the inventor of the Palm-N-Turn medicine bottle and the person who discovered the sex chromatin (also known as the Barr Body ). Real joy comes not from ease or riches or praise, but from doing something worthwhile. Dr. Wilfred Grenfell 1997 Laureate Happiness is your profession. Sir William Osler 1994 Laureate The complexity of a single living cell is, without question, greater that that of the entire cosmos. Dr. Claude Fortier 1998 Laureate We learn and grow one goal at a time. Dr. Roberta Bondar 1998 Laureate This thing is far bigger than we are, Charley Sir Frederick Banting to Dr. Charles Best 1994 Laureates
VITAL FLOW Feature Exhibit #3: Brain and Mind 5 Feature Exhibit #2: Vital Flow The collection of information in this display focuses on the wonders of the human mind. You will learn about neurological advancements made in London and Montreal and their impact on global health care. Find out how Dr. Wilfred Penfield mapped out the brain, or put your own brain to work by testing your ability to remember a skill! Brain and Mind This arrangement of displays highlights several monumental discoveries in the cardiovascular field. You will learn about the invention and evolution of pacemakers and heart monitors, as well as improvements in heart surgery and the treatment of heart defects. 6
Bust of Banting Bust of Sir Frederick Banting Here we have a bust of the Father of Insulin Sir Frederick Banting. This exquisite sculpture was created by Francis Loring in 1932 and was later donated to The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame by his son, William Banting. 7 ARATHON OF HOPE Painting: Marathon of Hope Terry Fox 1958-1981 This is the last available print of the famous painting Bust of Banting of Terry Fox and his Marathon of Hope. The painting was created by Cliff Kearns in 1980 and donated to The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame by The Calhoun & Kearns families in April 2012. If you would like to learn more about Banting and his work in the isolation of insulin, we encourage you to visit Banting House National Historic Site located at 442 Adelaide Street North in London, Ontario. 8 As one of the 2012 laureates, Terry Fox s legacy has inspired generations of people to continue the fight against cancer even after he lost his own battle to the disease. Terry Fox s bravery and courage live on today as hundreds of millions of dollars have been raised globally for cancer research through The Terry Fox Run, held across Canada and around the world.
Stamp collection Artifact Case 10 Inside this display case is a collection of medical memorabilia and artifacts, including literature and books written by our laureates, a medallion of Saint Marguerite d Youville and several authentic newspaper articles and photographs dating as far back as 1921! This case was generously donated by Gary and Penelope Kerhoulas of London, Ontario. Stamp Collection The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame is proud to display a collection of stamps graciously donated by Canada Post in 1999. 9 The Canada Post stamp program is designed to evoke Canadian history, traditions, accomplishments and natural heritage. The stamps illustrate social, cultural, political and economic life in Canada. They commemorate remarkable people and recognize their outstanding contributions to Canada and the world. It was in 1965 when stamps cost a mere 5 cents that Canada Post first honored a Hall of Fame laureate with the introduction of the Sir Wilfred Grenfell stamp. Since that time, Canada Post has introduced many unique stamps featuring Hall of Fame laureates.
History of the J. Allyn Taylor Building The Dundas & Wellington area became highly desirable for businesses, especially banks, when City Hall relocated to Dundas Street many years ago. This particular building was originally a Bank of Toronto. When construction began in 1928, a Toronto architect was commissioned to create a Renaissance-inspired banking house a popular choice for larger buildings at that time. Its heavy foundation was practical, and yet it had very intricate detailing including a coved ceiling, elaborate mouldings and classical proportions. Large windows were used to draw attention to the main entrance. 9 Media Theatre In 2001, several years after being donated to the City of London by its owner Canada Trust, the building was designated a heritage site and named the J. Allyn Taylor Building a fitting name given that J. Allyn Taylor was the former president of Canada Trust and also the founding chair of The Canadian Medical Hall of Fame. In 2003, the building was transformed from a bank into a multipurpose office space leaving just three of the original vaults as its only recognizable banking feature. Not quite ready to leave? Formerly a bank vault, we consider this room to be safeguarding Canada s medical history and heroes. Watch our laureates come to life through videos that capture their passion for medical discovery and their determination to overcome obstacles along the way. Their stories are sure to fascinate, educate and move you!
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