Professor Bertha Garcia serves in the Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine at Western University. Her research focuses on medical education and the development of professional identity in physicians. She investigates assessment frameworks and mentorship models to enhance the quality of postgraduate medical training. Her mission is to foster a culture of excellence and leadership within the academic medical community. Dr. Garcia provides extensive supervision for residents and has held significant administrative roles, including Vice Dean of Education. She is a recognized leader in health professional education and is dedicated to improving the standard of medical pedagogy.