Research disciplines
Scientific members of CHES are organized into four pillars. Each is chaired by a scientific director.
Outcome and Health Care Delivery
Dr. Christopher Parshuram, Scientific Director
This group carries out population-based research that is relevant to clinical practice and health policy development.
| Researchers: | |
|---|---|
| Dr. Maru Barrera | Dr. Teresa To |
| Dr. Denis Daneman | Dr. Wendy Ungar |
| Dr. Gideon Koren | Dr. Stanley Zlotkin |
| Dr. Christopher Parshuram | |
Epidemiology and Clinical Research
Dr. Patricia Parkin, Scientific Director
This group develops and shares epidemiologic evidence-based knowledge on the effectiveness of treatment of common childhood diseases. They also facilitate the implementation and evaluation of outcomes.
Research Methods
Dr. Katherine Boydell and Dr. Andrew Willan, Scientific Directors
This group promotes research excellence to advance the level of knowledge by developing and advancing innovative quantitative and qualitative research methods.
| Researchers: | |
|---|---|
| Dr. Mary Corey | Dr. Lisa Strug |
| Dr. Abhaya Kulkarni | Dr. Lillian Sung |
| Dr. David Nicholas | Dr. Randi Zlotnik Shaul |
Knowledge Transfer and Exchange
Dr. Melanie Barwick, Scientific Director
This group develops and evaluates strategies for knowledge translation so that the results of science can be incorporated into public knowledge and practice.
| Researchers: | |
|---|---|
| Dr. Eric Bouffet | Dr. Debra Pepler |
| Dr. Isabela Granic | Dr. Bonnie Stevens |
| Dr. Gail McVey | |
To assist CHES researchers in carrying out their work and undertaking high-quality research, CHES hosts the Biostaticis, Design and Analysis facility:
Biostatistics, Design and Analysis
Biostatistics, Design and Analysis (BDA) website
Dr. Teresa To, Scientific Director
The BDA is a SickKids core facility, providing consultation in the areas of study design and methodology, statistical analysis and data management, including database development and data entry.
| Members: | |
|---|---|
| Eshetu Atenafu | Cristina Goia |
| Dr. Annie Dupuis | Derek Stephens |