About Physician Innovator
We strive to be the go-to community for physician innovators and entrepreneurs, in training, in practice or retired, and to be a key stakeholder in national and local healthcare innovation ecosystems.
01 — Mission
Our mission is to empower physicians at any stage of their career with entrepreneurship and innovation knowledge, resources and connections, so they can turn ideas into ventures that make a meaningful and ethical impact on healthcare.
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A national network where physicians, residents and medical students meet the peers, mentors and collaborators who can help their ideas grow.
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Grand Rounds, Fireside Chats, Roundtables and the Specialty Series turn hard-won founder experience into practical lessons.
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Partnerships with organizations such as the CMA, CFMS and Creative Destruction Lab open doors for our members.
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We advocate for curriculum change so that every medical student is prepared for the future of healthcare.
02 — Leadership
Physicians and medical students who volunteer their time to grow Canada's physician innovation community.
Physician leader and tech entrepreneur, with a 15+ years track record of successful complex $100m+ healthcare innovation projects. CEO of Careteam Technologies with particular expertise in starting up new projects and bringing them to scale.
Physician innovator passionate in how technology fits in quality improvement. Residency director of Medical Biochemistry at UBC Medicine, and board member at Doctors of BC.
Wanted to give physician innovators and entrepreneurs a community, resources, and a voice. UBC medical student, researching medical AI at Stanford/Google, and a medical consultant at GYANT - a tech startup in San Francisco.
Medical student at the University of Ottawa with passion for the intersection of healthcare and technology - specifically ML/AI, digital health tools, and blockchain applications. Worked in software development and is always looking for ways to apply his technical background to improve healthcare. He believes it is crucial to bring more awareness about innovation and entrepreneurship in medicine and is what inspired him to join Physician Innovator!
Second-year medical student at the University of Calgary with a background in neurosciences. He has experience in entrepreneurship, marketing, and scaling student organizations. He is determined to bring innovation, initiative, and entrepreneurship in medicine to make a positive impact on efficiency and patient care. He serves on the Steering Committee and provides technical digital skills, marketing advice, and initiative to drive progress.
First-year medical student at the University of British Columbia with a background in finance from the Sauder School of Business. Passionate about integrating rapidly advancing technologies such as artificial intelligence into practical healthcare settings. Through involvement with Physician Innovators, they seek to collaborate with like-minded professionals, aiming to drive the application of innovative solutions that improve patient care and healthcare delivery efficiency.
A passionate MD/PhD student at the University of Alberta interested in combining genetics/genomics and AI to innovate within healthcare, health sciences, health research and medical systems
Medical student at McMaster University with a passion for digital health and systems innovation. Interested in creating nationwide partnerships to accelerate physician innovative development across the country, and to bring useful and practical innovation to clinics and hospitals.
03 — In memoriam
Mohammad was an inspiring innovator and leader, a rising MD-PHD student in the faculty of Medicine at the university of Toronto, and deeply committed to creating forward thinking to complex healthcare problems. He was accomplished and recognized by multiple organizations, including 3M, Governor General bronze academic medal, a University of British Columbia Faces of Today Leadership award, a Society for Scolarly Publishing Fellowship, and many more. Mohammad touched our lives in many ways, and his influence continues to influence physician innovation today.
04 — Ambassadors
Ambassadors connect students at their medical schools with Physician Innovator's programs, people and resources.
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I'm a second year medical student at the Université de Sherbrooke Moncton campus in New Brunswick. I love working with people and creating new connections. My passion for compassionate care and continuous learning drives me to make a positive impact on others' lives.
Hello everyone! My name is Katarina Laevski and I’m a second-year medical student at the Université de Sherbrooke (Moncton campus, NB). Before starting medical school, I completed a two-year pre-medical program at the Université de Moncton. I’m very excited to be part of this organization and look forward to working with all of you!
Victoria Brown, a second-year medical student at Dalhousie University and Vice President of the Class of 2027, brings a rich academic background with a MBA, MPH, and MSc in Psychiatry Research. As former Co-President of the Psychiatry Interest Group (Dalhousie Medicine) and previous member of the Canadian Military Reserves, she is eager to contribute her leadership and passion to the Physician Innovator community.
Danika is a 2nd year Dalhousie medical student. Raised on a small Caribbean island, Danika has always been passionate about healthcare accessibility. She currently serves as Dalhousie Junior Lead for Canadian Global Surgery Trainees' Alliance and VP Communications for Dalhousie Black Medical Student Association. She’s excited to continue to prioritize healthcare accessibility as a PI ambassador.
I'm Max, a medical student at NOSMU (Class of 2027) in Thunder Bay. Previously, as a registered nurse in acute care, I pursued entrepreneurial ventures and projects, including launching a mobile app for nursing staff. I'm eager to merge my passions for entrepreneurship and medicine and collaborate with others to drive medical innovation.
Michaela is a second-year medical student studying at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine. She is thrilled to join the Physician Innovator team and connect with like-minded individuals passionate about medical innovation. Michaela is interested in harnessing technological advancement to bridge healthcare gaps in northern and rural communities.
Elsie is a UBC medical student, avid adventurer, and keen innovator for healthcare quality improvement and accessibility. Across primary and specialized care, Elsie supported the development and implementation of telemedicine in rural and urban communities, at-home monitoring devices for heart failure, VR technology development, and online psychotherapy for women’s health.
I am a third-year medical student at McGill University. Before pursuing medicine, I worked as an occupational therapist and care coordinator. These experiences deepened my appreciation for the role of innovation and technology in healthcare. I am interested in leveraging entrepreneurship and innovative solutions to address the many gaps in healthcare delivery.
Monica Taing is a medical student at McGill University. She completed her undergraduate studies in Psychology at McGill University and her graduate studies in Neuroscience at the University of Oxford. She is passionate about healthcare entrepreneurship and medical education. Outside of medicine, she is a classically trained pianist, casual hiker/runner, and tennis fan.
I am a MD/MSc student at the University of Manitoba, Class of 2027. I moved to Canada in 2016 from Russia, where I completed an endocrinology residency and gained research experience. After re-studying and earning a Bachelor of Health Sciences, I transferred from a PhD to an MSc in endocrinology upon entering medical school. As a PI Ambassador, I am excited to connect and share innovative technologies that can benefit patients. I look forward to applying my knowledge and experience to facilitate and propel innovation in medicine.
Medical student at the University of Toronto with an interest in regenerative medicine and utilizing AI to develop efficient healthcare systems. Firm believer that effective collaboration can lead to systemic changes that will ultimately improve the lives of patients.
MD/MEng in Biomedical Engineering student at the University of Toronto, with an interest in medical innovations that improve quality and accessibility of healthcare. With her previous experience in running research programs and symposiums, Mansi hopes to create new events that better connect the Canadian community of physician and medical learner innovators.
I'm a third-year medical student studying at Schulich School of Medicine in London! I have worked for a medical software company developing artificial intelligence solutions for the medical space designed to provide clinically validated patient and clinician support while enhancing healthcare accessibility. In my spare time I love to run, swim, and bike!
Sarah is a first-year medical student at McGill University. She is excited to be a member of Physician Innovator and collaborate with like-minded people to drive positive change. Her hobbies include swimming, hiking and running. She has a keen interest in Global Health and is committed to using her skills and knowledge to make a meaningful impact in healthcare!
Jaymie is a recent graduate from the Institute for Management and Innovation at the University of Toronto, where she completed her Masters in Management of Innovation (MMI). Previously she received an Honours Specialization in Neuroscience from Western University. Jaymie will begin medical school at the University of Toronto, where she hopes to have a career that will help bridge the fields of healthcare and innovation. Jaymie is passionate about music and has been playing the piano since the age of 6.
Third year medical student at the University of Ottawa interested in the application of natural language processing and machine learning within healthcare to improve patient outcomes while reducing physician burnout. Outside of medicine, I love to spend my time hiking, competing in sports, and sampling the best local restaurants. I’m excited about the opportunity to promote physician-led innovations in Canada and to connect with individuals from across the country!
UBC medical student with a background in engineering specializing in mechatronic systems. In my engineering career, I designed and tested various systems such as waterpark attractions, industrial printers, and soccer-playing robots before joining the public healthcare sector as the Rehabilitation Technology Services Leader at Sunny Hill Health Centre where I was passionate about mindfully implementing technology to improve patient services. I decided to return to school to pursue the privilege of working directly with patients, and to continue being a champion of change.
Interested in use of AR/VR technologies and AI and their intersections with medicine for better diagnosis and outcomes in a clinical setting. Medical student at the University of British Columbia. Passionate about making the world a better place through technological innovation.
My name is Aly Fawzy, I am a 2nd year medical student at UofT (class of 2025). I did my undergrad at York University in Kinesiology and Health Science. I am very passionate about innovation in medicine, especially the use of AI and machine learning. I hope I can contribute to the growth of innovation in medicine to help physicians provide more efficient, and cost-effective care.
Medical student at the University of Ottawa interested in the use of robotic surgery, blockchain utilization in healthcare, and AI/VR technology in medical education. I’m passionate about helping advance novel technologies in improving patient outcomes!
Passionate about how technology can further patient care and fostering a community for physician innovators. UOttawa medical student researching technological innovations and implementation within medicine.
Prior to medical school, I completed studies at UBC Sauder School of Business where I began to think more critically about ways to improve efficiency and collaboration in an organization. Now working in healthcare as a student doctor, I am continuing to see that where improvement is possible, change-makers rise to the challenge, and this is possible given the support of existing organizations.
Kai is a medical student at McGill University (class of 2025) with a passion for technology and digital health. Having worked on two mobile health apps, Kai has seen firsthand how technology can help to improve patient care and reduce healthcare costs. She believes that advancements in technology and digital health have the potential to transform patient care, particularly in light of the resource constraints faced by our healthcare system today.
Rebecca is a third-year medical student at the University of Toronto. She completed her undergraduate studies in Neuroscience and Public Health at the prestigious private college, University of Rochester, in Upstate New York. Rebecca holds membership with several inter-collegial professional organizations in Canada to broaden her understanding of sectors such as artificial intelligence, business management, and health care entrepreneurship. She looks forward to contributing to the advancement of healthcare innovation and cutting edge research. Outside of medicine she is an avid runner, sports fan, and traveller.
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