Dr. Susan Lindquist has demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication, supporting over 180 Year 3 medical clerks and fostering collaboration across 15 clinical sites. Her unwavering commitment, professionalism and positive demeanor have had a profound impact on the success of the Family Medicine program. She is one of our Family Medicine Heroes.
Credentials and highlights
Position: Clerkship Course Director for Family Medicine (interim) at 91社区 and Associate Site Director at District M茅dical clinic.
Year: Joined the Department in 2020.
Award category: Clinical
Nominated by Alexandra Karabatsos, Program Manager, Undergraduate Medical Education (UGME):
鈥淪ince stepping into this massive responsibility, Susie has demonstrated exceptional leadership, dedication, and unwavering commitment to our program. Susie has been instrumental in supporting over 180 Year 3 medical clerks, ensuring their educational experiences are seamless and impactful. Her efforts extend across 15 clinical site directors, fostering collaboration and clear communication to uphold the highest standards of clerkship education.聽
Beyond her immediate responsibilities, Susie actively collaborates with the Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences (FMHS), attending all departmental and faculty meetings to advocate for Family Medicine and represent our program with professionalism and grace. She brings thoughtful insights and solutions to challenges, always prioritizing the well-being and success of students and faculty alike. Susie鈥檚 ability to navigate the complexities of her role while maintaining an approachable and positive demeanor has made her a pleasure to work with. Her willingness to step up and excel in this demanding position has had an immeasurable impact on the program, and her contributions are truly deserving of recognition.鈥�
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About Dr. Susan Lindquist
Dr. Lindquist is a family doctor practising Pediatrics, Obstetrics and Emergency Medicine. She graduated from 91社区 with a Bachelor鈥檚 in Psychology, from University of British Columbia with a Master鈥檚 in Animal Biology, from the University of Alberta with a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and then 91社区 again in Family Medicine. Dr. Lindquist started as a Longitudinal Family Medicine Experience (LFME) teacher in 2020, then became Interm Site Director at District M茅dical in 2023-2024. She became Interim Clerkship Course Director in April 2024 and has been a Transition to Clinical Practice teacher for the past two years. Dr. Lindquist is passionate about teaching, learning and working with all patients big and small! She feels extremely fortunate to be surrounded by such a stellar team at the Department of Family Medicine and looks forward to working with everyone there for years to come!
The Department of Family Medicine is celebrating its 50th anniversary and over the course of this year, we will tell the stories of our people, our places and our partners who have worked with us to serve our communities by leading in Family Medicine education, research and care. As part of our celebrations, we are asking faculty, clinicians, researchers, residents, students, and admin staff to nominate heroes who have greatly helped shape the community. Please nominate using .
