Health And Wellness Instructors

Congratulations to Dr. Janis Miyasaki on receiving the 2025 Movement Disorders Research Award and the King Charles III's Coronation Medal!

Congratulations to Dr. Janis Miyasaki (Professor, Division of Neurology)! Watch the video about her work with neuropalliative care.

30 April 2025

2025-04-30-janis-miyasaki-aan-movement-disorders-research-and-king-charles-iiis-coronation-medal.png

Dr. Janis Miyasaki

Professor, Division of Neurology

King Charles III's Coronation Medal 

The  honours Canadians who have made significant contributions to Canada or a particular province, territory, region or community of Canada, or have made an outstanding achievement abroad that brings credit to Canada. It celebrates their achievements, dedication, and commitment to the well-being of Canadian society.

Dr. Janis Miyasaki received this medal in recognition of her service to the Parkinson's community.

2025 Movement Disorders Research Award

The Movement Disorders Research Award is given in recognition of Dr. Miyasaki's outstanding achievements in Movement Disorders research.

This award was given in partnership with the American Academy of Neurology (AAN), the Parkinson's Foundation, and the AAN Movement Disorders Section and endowed by the Parkinson's Foundation.

Watch this 5-minute video to learn more about Dr. Miyasaki's work in Neuropalliative Care.