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Shaping Plastic Surgery in British Columbia-The Courtemanche Legacy
Yaeesh Sardiwalla1, Steven F Morris1,2
1Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University, Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada.
Plastic Surgery (Oakville, Ont.)
|May 21, 2019
Summary
Dr. Albert Courtemanche was a pioneering plastic surgeon who established a plastic surgery ward, burn unit, and training program at Vancouver General Hospital. He also became the first plastic surgeon to serve as President of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Area of Science:
- Medical Sciences
- Surgical Innovation
- Medical Education
Background:
- Dr. Albert Douglas Courtemanche, born in 1929, graduated from the University of Toronto Medical School in 1955.
- He completed his surgical training in Vancouver and the United Kingdom before joining Vancouver General Hospital in 1962.
Purpose of the Study:
- To detail the career contributions of Dr. Albert Douglas Courtemanche in plastic surgery.
- To highlight his role in establishing key medical facilities and educational programs.
- To recognize his leadership within the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
Main Methods:
- Biographical review of Dr. Courtemanche's professional career.
- Documentation of his contributions to Vancouver General Hospital and the University of British Columbia (UBC) plastic surgery training program.
- Examination of his involvement and leadership roles in the Royal College.
Main Results:
- Established a new plastic surgery ward, operating room, and integrated burn unit at Vancouver General Hospital.
- Initiated the UBC plastic surgery training program, significantly advancing surgical education.
- Served as Chairman of the Plastic Surgery Exam Board and became the first plastic surgeon to be President of the Royal College.
Conclusions:
- Dr. Courtemanche made significant contributions to the field of plastic surgery through clinical innovation and the establishment of vital healthcare infrastructure.
- He played a crucial role in shaping plastic surgery education in Canada and advancing the standards of the profession.
- His career exemplifies dedication to teaching, mentorship, and leadership in academic and professional surgical communities.
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