About Dr. G
Dr. Givelichian MD, FRCPC, is a physician specializing in neonatology and pediatric critical care as well as a faculty member at the University of Regina and the University of Saskatchewan.
He was instrumental in the concept and construction of the Jim Pattison Children Hospital as the provincial head of pediatrics for the Saskatchewan Health Authority before becoming the chair of the board of directors for the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation.
Timeline
1985
Grigore T. Popa University of Medicine and Pharmacy
Doctor of Medicine
1994-1999
University of Saskatchewan
Residency in neonatology and pediatrics
1998 – 2000
University of Manitoba
Fellowship in neonatology
1999
University of Saskatchewan
Pilot study using hypothermia as a treatment method for brain disease, damage and malfunction in infants and children. Study looks at the safety of maintaining a lower-than-normal body temperature in babies who experience a lack of oxygen during delivery.
2011
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Acting provincial head of pediatrics
2012-2019
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Provincial Head of Pediatrics
2014
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Under Dr. Givelichian’s leadership, the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit and the pediatric transport team at Royal University Hospital were provincialized.
2021
Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation
Chair of the board of directors for the Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital Foundation
2022
Province of Saskatchewan
Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal