CHMS celebrates Dr. John Floras’ lifetime achievement honour at HHF Gala

The Canadian Hellenic Medical Society extends its warmest congratulations to Dr. John Floras on receiving the prestigious Lifetime Achievement Award at the Hellenic Heritage Foundation (HHF) Blue & White Gala, held on June 7, 2025. A video tribute created by HHF showcased Dr. Floras’ trailblazing contributions to cardiovascular medicine and his unwavering dedication to patient-centred research.
A distinguished physician-scientist and mentor, Dr. Floras is internationally recognized for his pioneering work in hypertension, heart failure, and the impact of sleep apnea on cardiovascular health. He currently serves as the Canada Research Chair in Integrative Cardiovascular Biology and as a Professor of Medicine and Physiology at the University of Toronto. He is also the Director of Cardiology Research at Mount Sinai Hospital and a staff cardiologist at the University Health Network