Member of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: April 6, 2006
• Invested on: December 15, 2006

Dennis Osmond's deep commitment and contributions to medical education and research have inspired generations of students and colleagues at McGill University. For a decade, he served as chair of the Department of Anatomy and Cell Biology, building it into one of the finest in Canada. His innovative work in immunology, establishing bone marrow as a major source of lymphocytes, has contributed to greater knowledge about the immune defenses of the body and earned him international recognition. Over the years, several professional organizations have benefited from his leadership, including the Canadian Association of Anatomists. Currently the Robert Reford Emeritus Professor of Anatomy at the university, he epitomizes the devoted and compassionate educator and scientist.