A new honour for Dr. Raquel del Carpio-O’Donovan

Dr. Raquel del Carpio-O’Donovan, a distinguished Neuroradiologist at the MUHC, has been awarded the Great Medal of the Andes by the President of the Andean Parliament. This prestigious recognition was presented during a special ceremony at the Congress of the Republic in Peru on February 11, the International Day of Women and Girls in Science.  

Dr. del Carpio-O’Donovan, who was recently named a Member of the Order of Canada, expressed her deep appreciation for this honour: 

“After receiving the Order of Canada, the cornerstone of the Canadian Honours System, I feel most humbled and proud to be recognized by the Andean Parliament with the Grand Medal of the Andes.” 

The Andean Parliament actively supports and promotes Latin American integration. “Many young radiologists from the Andean Parliament countries - Colombia, Ecuador, Peru, Chile and Bolivia - have been trained in the Neuroradiology section at the MUHC,” says Dr. del Carpio-O'Donovan, who has also lectured in several of these countries. “These professionals are now implementing, in their respective workplaces, new imaging protocols that they learned here, and passing on the importance of teamwork and the value of diversity and work ethics as practiced in Canada.” 

“This recognition by my own fellow compatriots is very touching. As the product of a millenarian culture, I try to apply the principles and values imbued in me.” 

Throughout her illustrious career, Dr. del Carpio-O’Donovan has received numerous accolades, including: 

• Gold Medal, Canadian Association of Radiology
• Prix Albert Jutras, Société de Radiologie du Québec
• Honorary President, World Federation of Neuroradiological Societies
• YWCA Montreal Women of Distinction Award
• One of the 10 Most Influential Hispanic Persons in Canada 

Her dedication to radiology education, particularly in developing countries, has had a lasting impact worldwide. Congratulations to Dr. del Carpio-O’Donovan on this remarkable achievement!