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Dr. Ben Geboe, a member of the Yankton Sioux Tribe and recent PhD graduate from McGill University's School of Social Work, is the inaugural Dr. Margaret Becklake Fellow. His work focuses on addressing tuberculosis (TB) disparities in Indigenous communities, where TB rates are 400 times higher than in non-Indigenous populations. He combines social work practice with public health research under the supervision of Dr. Faiz Ahmad Khan at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC).
- McGill School of Social Work PhD graduate
- Collaborates with Montreal Native Friendship Centre and Stop TB Canada Network
- Advocates for cultural safety training in Northern healthcare providers
- Actively involved in Indigenous Access McGill (IAM) program
Dr. Geboe's research examines the social determinants of health, historical trauma related to TB, and community-empowered healthcare solutions. He aims to bridge gaps between Indigenous populations and medical systems through culturally responsive practices, including drumming as a spiritual and cultural anchor.
Scientific Awards:
- Dr. Margaret Becklake Fellowship (2021)
Driven by personal exposure to TB and familial experiences with sanatoriums, Geboe's fellowship seeks to improve healthcare access for marginalized Indigenous groups in Montreal, enhance infection control protocols for healthcare workers, and foster inclusive decision-making processes in Indigenous health policy.
