Understanding the journey: ALS

Webinars | June 19, 2026

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Dying With Dignity Canada hosted Dr. Michael Bonares, a palliative care physician and researcher for an honest, thorough, and compassionate overview of ALS and what patients and their loved ones might encounter at every stage. 

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Dr. Michael Bonares is a palliative medicine physician at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and an Assistant Professor and researcher for the University of Toronto.  
 
Dr. Bonares provides care to people living with non-cancer serious illnesses, including ALS. He completed his medical, residency, and fellowship training at the University of Toronto, along with a Master’s degree in medical science.  
 
His research focuses on improving access to palliative care in people with non-cancer illnesses, including ALS, and exploring how to help people with ALS receive end-of-life care that reflects what matters most to them. 

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