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Michelle Kwok, MD
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Deepening Relationships in Rwanda (Part II)
I enjoyed an unlikely but special kind of vacation to experience culture, community, and rediscover what makes Rwanda feel so inviting.

Michelle Kwok
Sep 97 min read


Deepening Relationships in Rwanda (Part I)
I came both to help run the third annual boot camp and to reconnect with friends and colleagues who have helped make Rwanda a home away from home. Each day carried reminders of community, resilience, and generosity – all of which make Rwanda so special to me.

Michelle Kwok
Sep 95 min read


The Spaces in Between
In the middle of all the busyness, a few moments stayed with me. Some came through interruptions I didn’t expect; others through the steady presence of people who help carry the work forward. Sharing these stories brought a quiet sense of purpose—and reminded me why the work matters.

Michelle Kwok
Jun 211 min read


Lessons from the North: Friendship, Culture, and Medicine
Mentorship, medicine & community—Alyse Diamond reflects on six weeks in Kuujjuaraapik, where true partnership goes beyond healthcare.

Alyse Diamond
Feb 266 min read


Return to the Land of a Thousand Hills
Empowering Rwandan healthcare leaders to tackle allergic diseases through education, collaboration, and local solutions.

Michelle Kwok
Dec 17, 202410 min read


Travel Reflections on Connection, Collaboration, and Community
Over the past few months, I’ve traveled across continents and Canada, to make connections, share ideas, and discover how collaboration

Michelle Kwok
Dec 1, 20246 min read


Établir une «Connexion Nordique» at the High Value Care Symposium
I’m excited to share an update on our ongoing "Connexion Nordique" project by presenting at the High Value Care Symposium.

Michelle Kwok
Jul 9, 20245 min read


Exploring the richness of Kuujjuarapik / Whapmagoostui
After a brief stop in the city for a week, I embarked on another journey to Nunavik, this time toward the west side of the Hudson Bay....

Michelle Kwok
Feb 28, 20244 min read


Nunavik and the spirit of interconnectedness
This week began with me discovering a new Arctic community on my own. Alyse had departed the day before and Dr. Johanne was waiting to...

Michelle Kwok
Jan 23, 20248 min read


Northern adventure: navigating uncertainty with gratitude
Hello, and a heartfelt thank you to all those who have supported and cheered us on. The journey has not been easy, but it has been...

Michelle Kwok
Jan 14, 20247 min read


Preparing for mon deuxième voyage au Nunavik✈️❄️
The excitement is palpable as I gear up for another expedition to Nunavik, this time venturing into four communities along the Ungava...

Michelle Kwok
Jan 8, 20243 min read


Allergy & Advocacy: The Allergist's Role in Shaping Global Health
Embarking on a career in medicine and global health came with a tide of advice steering me toward the familiar paths of...

Michelle Kwok
Nov 13, 20233 min read


The allergist on wings takes off
Welcome to Allergist on Wings 🪶 I’m excited to share with you my journey of growth and adventure as a soon-to-be allergist/immunologist...

Michelle Kwok
Oct 7, 20231 min read
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