Celebrating Our Educators: Lakeridge Health Physicians Honoured with 2025 Regional Education Awards

We’re thrilled to celebrate a proud moment for Lakeridge Health! Three outstanding physicians from our team have been recognized with the 2025 Regional Education Awards from Queen’s University’s School of Medicine – a testament to the extraordinary talent and commitment to teaching found across our hospital system.

These prestigious awards honour excellence in teaching, mentorship, and leadership in medical education across Queen’s regional sites. This year, our very own physicians were recognized for going above and beyond to support, inspire, and shape the next generation of health-care professionals.

Excellence in Teaching Awards

Dr. Shannon Trainor, MD, FRCS(C)

Chief, Division of Thoracic Surgery, Lakeridge Health & R.S. McLaughlin Durham Regional Cancer Centre; Adjunct Assistant Professor of Surgery, Queen’s University; Lakeridge Health Foundation Board of Director/Vice-Chair, Development & Communications Committe. 

Dr. Nasim Zamir, MD, FRCPC

Attending Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Lakeridge Health; Adjunct Assistant Professor, Department of Critical Care Medicine, Queen's University; Informatics Lead, Lakeridge Health Critical Care Department

Dr. Trainor and Dr. Zamir were each awarded the Excellence in Teaching Award, which celebrates community preceptors who make meaningful, lasting contributions to learner development. Their passion for clinical education and unwavering support for students and residents continue to elevate the learning environment at Lakeridge Health.

Mentorship Award

Dr. Andrea Copeland, MD, FRCSC - Plastic Surgery

Dr. Copeland was honoured with the Mentorship Award, recognizing her as an inspiring role model and advocate for learners and peers alike. Her dedication to fostering growth – both professionally and personally – has left a profound impact on those she mentors.

These achievements reflect the heart of our One System. Best Health. vision: providing compassionate care while nurturing a strong culture of learning and leadership.