Officer of the Order of Canada

• Awarded on: October 10, 2002
• Invested on: October 24, 2003

An internationally renowned endocrinologist and researcher, Robert Volpé was the first to highlight the role of specialized cells of the immune system in thyroid disease. Professor Emeritus at the University of Toronto and a former director of the Endocrine Research Laboratory at Wellesley Hospital, he has been a mentor to many young scientists and physicians from around the world. The recipient of numerous awards, he has held leadership roles in many medical associations. A dedicated volunteer and medical advisor to the Thyroid Foundation of Canada, he is known for his exemplary commitment to patient care.