Using Virtual Patient Simulation as a Training Modality to Build Capacity in Digitally Enabled Compassionate Care Among Nurses and Physicians

Postdoctoral Fellow, Women’s College Hospital COVID-19 forced a rapid shift from in-person to digital care which outpaced the ability for healthcare providers to understand how to translate their skills via digital platforms. Previous work has identified how compassionate care manifests in digital interactions and where gaps exist. Geneviève’s project will explore how to address these…

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Re-imagining digital health compassion through the lens of Canadian newcomers

Scientist at the Institute for Health System Solutions and Virtual Care at Women’s College Hospital Virtual care can be beneficial, but it can also result in Canadian newcomers (landed immigrants and refugees) being excluded within the health care system. This can add to the stress they experience from adjusting to a new country and system.…

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Co-designing a Fairness Dashboard for clinical applications of Artificial Intelligence in mental health

Project Scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health To benefit from major breakthroughs in Artificial Intelligence, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) launched the BrainHealth Databank (BHDB). The BHDB is an AI-enabled digital ecosystem designed to integrate clinical and research data streams. Laura’s project will co-design and embed a Fairness Dashboard…

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