CAREER SPOTLIGHT
Speech Language Pathologist
By: Miren Kananathan
A speech-language pathologist (SLP), sometimes referred to as a speech therapist, is a member of the medical community who focuses on the evaluation, identification, and treatment of swallowing and communication disorders. Speech, language, voice, fluency, and cognition can all be impacted by these conditions. Speech-language pathologists can be found in a variety of places, including clinics, hospitals, schools, and private practices. They work with people of all ages, from young children to the elderly.
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Speech-Language Pathology – School of Graduate Studies
Information for Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs)
Speech-Language Pathology
Anesthesiologist
By: Miren Kananathan
A physician with expertise in administering anesthesia to patients undergoing surgery or other medical procedures is known as an anesthesiologist. Their main duty is to monitor vital signs and provide the proper anesthesia to ensure the patient's comfort, safety, and well-being throughout the procedure. Anesthesiologists are essential in perioperative care, sedation, and pain management.
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American Society of Anesthesiologists (ASA)
Education & Training | Canadian Anesthesiologists' Society
Anesthesiologist: What They Do, Specialties & Training
Veterinarian
By: Miren Kananathan
A veterinarian is a practitioner of medicine with a focus on treating and caring for animals. Veterinarians are qualified to identify and manage diseases, traumas, and other medical issues in a variety of animals, such as companion animals, livestock, zoo animals, and wild creatures. They are essential to preserving the health and welfare of animals, as well as to food safety, public health, and disease prevention.
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Ontario Veterinary College
Veterinary Colleges
Radiation Therapist
By: Dhumin Patel
A Radiation Therapist is a medical professional who specializes in providing individualized treatment plans to patients with cancer and tumors. They work alongside oncology teams, utilizing medical imaging equipment and delivering radiotherapy treatments to shrink or remove cancer cells in the patient’s body. Their responsibilities include developing personalized treatment plans, administering radiation therapies, monitoring patients’ progress, and providing support to patients and their families throughout the treatment process. They also assess patients’ reactions to treatments and provide advice and methods of alleviating the side effects of treatments. They perform quality assurance tests on simulation and treatment machines to ensure they are in working order. Their goal is to ensure effective and safe delivery of radiation therapy to help combat cancer and improve patients’ well-being.
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Admission Requirements - The Michener Institute
Radiation Therapy: University of Toronto Joint Program - The Michener Institute
Application Requirements, Deadlines, and Procedures (MRS) | Radiation Oncology (utoronto.ca)
Radiation Therapist: Duties, Pay, and How to Become One | Coursera
Radiation Therapist - Explore Health Care Careers - Mayo Clinic College of Medicine & Science
Registered Dietician
By: Eniola Soetan
Dieticians are healthcare professionals who work with people to provide guidance and understanding surrounding general wellness, diet, and nutrition. Diet and nutrition play a large role in many other aspects of life so dieticians must receive formal training to be equipped with the tools that they need to serve clients better and help them meet their goals. Dieticians often complete tasks such as creating meal plans for clients and working with other medical professionals such as cardiologists, paediatricians, family doctors, and more to ensure the holistic health and wellness of patients.
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Becoming a Dietitian in Canada
How to Become a Dietitian
