Ben Thomson (physician)

Summary

Benjamin Kervin Alan Thomson is a Canadian nephrologist and educator known for his work in improving healthcare delivery. He has contributed to developing educational programs for Indigenous communities in Ontario, establishing healthcare facilities in Uganda, and enhancing medical infrastructure in Gaza. Thomson is the founder of the Keys of Health Fellowship and co-founder of EmpowerGaza, initiatives aimed at supporting local healthcare systems in marginalized regions. In 2023, after he made social media posts relating to the Gaza war, both Thomson and the hospital he worked at received anonymous threats of violence. As a result, Thomson was forced to flee his home, and his hospital temporarily suspended him due to safety concerns. Thomson has since sued the hospital.