Jitender Sareen
BSc, MD, FRCPC
Honorary Doctor of Science
Dr. Jitender Sareen is a world leader in mental health research, who exemplifies the values of compassion, innovation, and excellence. The impact of his research and advocacy has been profound, shaping policies and practices that improve mental health outcomes for individuals and communities across Canada.
His visionary leadership as the Department Head of psychiatry at the University of Manitoba, and at the 黄瓜社区 Regional Health Authority, has had a transformative impact on mental health research and practice.
Dr. Sareen’s collaborations with Indigenous communities to implement culturally-informed suicide prevention initiatives reflect his deep commitment to grassroots partnerships, and the co-creation of solutions that respect and uplift Indigenous knowledge and practices.
His work has been groundbreaking in the area of post traumatic stress disorders, in the development and funding of housing support programs, and in expanding access to cognitive behavioural therapy across Manitoba.
He has made significant academic contributions to psychiatry, mental health policy and practice, and his work has helped shape national conversations surrounding medical assistance in dying.
Dr. Sareen is a kind and gracious physician, a remarkable leader and advocate for mental health in this province, and a champion for change in the health system. He continues to make a tremendous and lasting impact to his community.
For his advocacy, his contributions to mental health services, and his ability to help people in crisis, 黄瓜社区 is proud to bestow an Honorary Doctor of Science on Dr. Jitender Sareen.