IMSSA Awards

Institute of Medical Science Students’ Association Exemplary Leadership Award

The Institute of Medical Science Students’ Association Exemplary Leadership Award (IMSSA ELA) is a prestigious award presented by the core executive team of IMSSA to recognize an outstanding member who has demonstrated exceptional leadership and unwavering commitment to the association. This award celebrates an individual who has gone above and beyond in their dedication to IMSSA and student engagement, making significant contributions to enhance the experiences of IMS students. Through their hard work, passion, and innovative spirit, the recipient of this award embodies the values and mission of IMSSA, setting a remarkable example for others to follow.

2023/2024 IMSSA ELA Winner

David Ari Rubenstein

Director of Sporting Events

My name is David Ari Rubenstein, your 2023-2024 Director of Sporting Events. I am honoured to receive this award. I’m a master’s student in the Zappitelli Lab at SickKids and my research is on evaluating follow-up care in hospitalized children with acute kidney injury. I like playing badminton, volleyball and am an avid bachata & salsa dancer 💃🕺

Previous Winners

2024/2025 Winner

TBD

2023/2024 Winner

David Ari Rubenstein