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Mary Lynch is a Professor at Dalhousie University's Faculty of Medicine with joint appointments in the Department of Anesthesia, Pain Management & Perioperative Medicine, Pharmacology, and Psychiatry. She maintains clinical practice at the QEII Health Sciences Centre in Halifax.
Education
- Bachelor of Science, Dalhousie University (1978)
- Medical Doctorate, Dalhousie University (1982)
- Psychiatry Residency, Dalhousie University (1984-1987)
- Behavioral Neurology, Harvard University/Beth Israel Hospital
- Chronic Pain Fellowship, Dalhousie University/Spaulding Rehabilitation Centre
- Fellow, Royal College Physicians of Canada (1987)
Her research spans three core areas: novel pharmacotherapies for neuropathic pain, complementary therapies (including Qigong and art-based interventions), and healthcare access systems for chronic pain patients. Her work bridges clinical practice, policy advocacy, and innovative treatment modalities.
Publications demonstrate consistent focus on cannabinoid therapeutics, healthcare policy, and creative pain management approaches, with significant contributions to national pain strategy development and human rights frameworks in pain care.
Awards
- Women of Excellence Award (2012)
- Dalhousie Clinical Scholar Award (2010)
- Dr. Helen Hays Award for Pain Management (2009)
- Mayday Fellowship (2007-2008)
As former President of the Canadian Pain Society (2009-2014) and Co-chair of the Canadian Pain Strategy, she drives national policy changes while maintaining active clinical research through the Dalhousie Pain Group. Her media presence in CBC, MacLean's, and Chatelaine amplifies public discourse on pain management challenges.
