Obituary of Dr. Reynaldo Cardoso-Medinilla

It is with great sadness we announce the passing of Dr. Reynaldo “Rey” Cardoso-Medinilla, who passed away at the Regina General Hospital (RGH) of complications from lung disease on Friday December 27, 2019 at the age of 74 years. Born in Mexico City on July 3, 1945 to Dr. Reynaldo Cardoso Pérez Gallardo and Guillermina Medinilla de Cardoso, followed minutes later by his twin sister “Memi.” Growing up in his family’s maternity clinic, he was motivated by his father's influence, deciding at the early age of three that he was to pursue a similar career in obstetrics. A 1971 graduate of Mexico’s National University (UNAM) Medical School, in 1969 seeking either opportunity or adventure, he accepted an internship in Canada at the RGH. It was there he met his wife Billie, and discovered an affection for Saskatchewan, its people and health care system. Following his internship, he returned to Mexico to complete his social service year then returned to Saskatchewan for a residency in Internal Medicine. In 1972, he began a residency at the University of Saskatchewan in Obstetrics and Gynecology, completing qualifications to practice his specialty in Canada, the United States and Mexico. He began his practice in Regina in 1976, followed in 1985 with a move to Vancouver to complete a two-year sub-specialty in Maternal Fetal Medicine at Grace Hospital. Declining offers elsewhere, he elected to resume his practice in Regina, returning to the community he had grown to love. He continued his practice until his retirement in December 2017, but continuing on in semi-retirement, delivering his last baby on December 11th in Estevan. During his career, he played a pivotal role in the delivery of Maternal Fetal Medicine in Saskatchewan for patients and medical professionals alike; as a clinician, teacher, mentor and most proudly student. His legacy will include the thousands of lives he helped bring into the world and the commitment to care he gave to all his patients. He was a driven and passionate physician whose love for medicine was only surpassed by his love for his family. Predeceased by his parents; he is survived by his wife Billie; sons Reynaldo (Candace) and David; and dearly loved grandchildren, James and Elizabeth; his sister, Guillermina “Memi” Cardoso Tello; brothers Dr. Roberto Cardoso Medinilla; and Dr. Rolando Cardoso Medinilla; of Mexico; and numerous nieces and nephews. The Cardoso family is grateful for the exemplary care provided by the Surgical Intensive Care Unit team at the RGH. Your professionalism and compassion was greatly appreciated during this difficult time. An event honoring his life will be held later this summer. In lieu of flowers, family and friends so wishing to do so may make donations, in memoriam to the Hospitals of Regina Foundation, 1874 Scarth Street, Regina, SK, S4P 4B3.