Dr. Allan Ronald

Allan Ronald graduated from Manitoba, completed his Residency and Fellowship training in Internal Medicine, Microbiology and Infectious Diseases in the United States and returned to Winnipeg in 1968. During the past 29 years in Winnipeg, he has created one of the world's premier Infectious Disease groups. Over 70 scientists and skilled specialists have been trained and he has carried out research which has influenced the management of Infectious Diseases with almost 400 publications. Of note is the research program that he established in Nairobi, Kenya in 1980 which has solved many issues relating to the spread and control of HIV in resource-limited societies. He has also contributed administratively with 14 years as a Department Head and four years in Faculty administration. His contributions have been recognized by his successful nomination to the American Society for Clinical Investigation, the American Association of Physicians and his naming as an Officer of the Order of Canada in 1994. Currently he serves as President of the International Society of Infectious Diseases as well as on numerous international committees.