Dr Henry Shimizu: The Journey of a Canadian Plastic Surgeon, Advocate, and Artist.

ABSTRACT: Dr Henry Shimizu was a dedicated Canadian plastic surgeon with Japanese roots who spent his career practicing in Edmonton at the University of Alberta Hospital. He relished the opportunity to share his expertise by training residents and medical students. Dr Shimizu completed his plastic surgery training in the United States and was central to establishing the plastic surgery training program in Edmonton. Beyond clinical practice, Dr Shimizu was a prominent advocate in his community, serving as the Chairman of the Redress committee for Japanese internment. As a talented painter, he had produced magnificent oil paintings based on childhood recollections as an internee in the Slocan Valley. Dr Shimizu has made significant contributions to Canadian plastic surgery serving as president of the

SUBMITTER: Sardiwalla Y 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6399775 | biostudies-literature | 2019 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature