Research and Innovation
In 2022, Grandview Kids was pleased to welcome a new team to the Centre: the Research, Innovation and Knowledge Mobilization team. This group of in-house experts work with the Grandview Kids physicians, clinicians, and families to lead and support research benefiting Grandview Kids clients. From studying the equitable access to care to introducing new technology to make therapy fun, the Research, Innovation, and Knowledge Mobilization team sets out to ensure every child and youth lives at their full potential.
The Grandview Kids Research and Innovation Committee:
The Research and Innovation Committee is a group of internal experts, a Family Advocate and our Grandview Kids Research Associates. Together, our Committee identifies important topics to research and creative ways to inform practice.
- Shantel Mangroo, Program Manager of Research and Innovation (Chair)
- Gayathiri Rajkumar, Research Coordinator (Recorder)
- Dr. Shannon Knights, Developmental Pediatrician
- Dr. Heather Shearer, Family Advisory Committee Member
- Dr. Meghann Lloyd, Grandview Kids Senior Research Associate
- Dr. Fiona Moola, Grandview Kids Research Associate
- Chelsea Rauh, Recreation Therapist
- Heather-Ann Burrel, Registered Dietitian
- Karen Bolesa, Quality Improvement and Risk Specialist
- Leigh Shortill, Clinical Manager of Extensive Needs Service
- Lubaina Mohamedali, Speech-Language Pathologist
- Nina Laygo, Communicative Disorders Assistant
- Dr. Taryn Eickmeier, Executive Lead of Clinical and Client Services (Executive Sponsor)
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Collaborate with Grandview Kids
Grandview Kids can support your recruitment
If you would like Grandview Kids to promote your research project, please complete the Grandview Kids Application for Approval of a Research Study. Please ensure you have received approval from your local Research Ethics Board prior to submitting your request. Requests are reviewed by the Research and Innovation Committee. Questions can be directed to research@grandviewkids.ca.
Share your research and innovation with Team Grandview
Team Grandview hosts Lunch and Learn education sessions and Journal Clubs. If you are interested in presenting your research to our multi-disciplinary clinical and medical teams, please get in touch with research@grandviewkids.ca.
Promote your innovation to Team Grandview
If you are a start-up or vendor looking to share your invention, innovation or product with members of our clinical and medical teams, please complete the Innovation Application form. Requests are reviewed by the Research and Innovation Team, with demonstrations available in-person or virtually.
