My passion for science and research has led me to a career in healthcare-focused communications. Below are links to some of my work in this area.
Actions on Diabetes Podcast
Each episode of the Actions on Diabetes podcast includes a discussion between myself and a Diabetes Action Canada researcher and Patient Partner about a topic of interest in patient-oriented research.
You can listen and subscribe to the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify.
Commercializing Living Therapies with CCRM
I host and produced this podcast with CCRM. It’s a great deep-dive into topics related to the commercialization of cell and gene therapies, and a chance for me to help others learn about everything from the ethics of this field to how to support reimbursement of therapies that can be so expensive. Listen now!
Unbreakable: The OC Podcast from Osteoporosis Canada
I host and produce this series of short interviews with osteoporosis experts. It has been fascinating to learn more about this chronic condition while speaking to scientists and health care providers, as well as those with lived experience. Listen now!
Diabetes: From Beta Cells to Bicycles Podcast
I hosted and produced this podcast mini-series with the BC Diabetes Research Network. It highlights six of the researchers in their network and the ways they are supporting better health for everyone with diabetes in British Columbia and across the country.
The Diabetes Canada Podcast
From 2017 until December 2023, I produced and hosted the Diabetes Canada Podcast. Get updates on the latest diabetes research, hear stories from those living with the disease, and find out what you can do to make a difference.
Listen here: iTunes
My Medium Blog
On Medium, you can find my personal musings on all things science,
chronic illness and more.
Covid-19
Dr. Michael Fralick – A COVID-19 Research Pivot
Diabetes
Catalyst Grants Support Projects to Reduce Type 2 Diabetes Risk in Peel Region
Celebrating the Career of Dr. Patricia Brubaker
Research Profile – Dr Jacqueline Beaudry
Research Profile – Dr Shirley Wu
Research Profile – Dr Dr Seeta Ramdass
Research Profile – Dr Eno Hysi
Research Profile – Dr Mahavir Agarwal
Research Profile – Dr Walter Swardfager
Research Profile – Dr. Ian Zenlea
Research Profile – Dr. Alexander Singer
Research Profile – Dr. Michelle Greiver
BBDC Endowment Honours Dr Patricia Brubaker
Liaison Librarian Supports Catalyst Grants
Building capacity for involving older adults, caregivers and partners in research Workshop
Beyond Clinical Trials: How to leverage your story in Diabetes Research Webinar
T1D Screening Program Engages Patient Partners
Diabetes Action Canada engages Patient Partners in all levels of Governance
Dr Calvin Ke Researches Personalized Pathways to Care
Text-Based Program Helps Support Smoother Transitions to Adult Care
Diabetes Action Canada at Vascular 2023
Small Talk with Krista Lamb: Food for Thought
The Importance of Patient-Oriented Research
Building a network for youth with Type 1 Diabetes
University of Alberta – ADI 100 Years of Insulin Celebration webinar
BEaTS Research Radio – Interview with Krista Lamb
Small Talk with Krista Lamb: Work It Out
U of T Novo Nordisk Network – Meet Our Chairs – Dr Baiju Shah
Diabetes Pharmacists Network Leaves a Lasting Legacy
Dr Denice Feig to receive the Norbert Freinkel Award – American
Diabetes Association
BBDC Studentship Success Stories
BBDC Postdoctoral Success Stories
GlycoNet Investigator featured in 100 Lives of Insulin project
RCIScience – Dr Holly Witteman
Diana Sherifali – 100 Lives of Insulin Profile
U of T Event to mark 100th Anniversary of Insulin’s Discovery and Map
Future of Diabetes Care
Discoveries from the study of longstanding type 1 diabetes
Connect1d Canada Aims to Researchers with Interested Study Participants
RCIScience – Dr. Bruce Perkins
Canadians Invited to Celebrate the Discovery of Insulin with Us
Introducing Dr. Minna Woo – BBDC’s New Director
Sara Nunes Vasconcelos, PhD – BBDC Member Profile
Calvin Ke, MD, PhD – BBDC Member Profile
Mamatha Bhat, MD, MSc, PhD, FRCPC – BBDC Member Profile
Shirley X. Y. Wu, PhD – BBDC Member Profile
Islet Biologists Work with Patient Partners on New Publication
New research project tests the use of technology to support those
with diabetes distress
New study looks at essential requirements for the governance of data repositories
Is hybrid closed loop right for you?
Life inside the loop – DIY systems in type 1 diabetes
Program provides relevant support for older adults with diabetes
Moving Beyond Just Sex and Gender
Ensuring the Future of Patient-Oriented Research
New Algorithm Will Help Improve Health Care for People with
Type 1 Diabetes
The Economic Burden of Inpatient Treatment of Foot Ulcers in People with
Diabetes is Unacceptable
National Diabetes Repository a game changer for research
Experts Living with Diabetes at the Heart of Diabetes Action Canada Study
Discovery Grant Awardee: Dr. Gareth Lim
Education and foot care program helping seniors live healthier with diabetes
How the patient voice is transforming database research
Taking steps in the right direction to prevent diabetes-related amputation
Patient-Oriented Research in the Spotlight for Diabetes Awareness Month
Canadians with diabetes deserve a life free of fear
Diabetes Action Canada Patient Partner Spotlight
Research Profile – Dr Jon Schertzer
Research Profile – Dr Jenny Bruin
Research Profile – Research Profile – Dr Ananya Banerjee
Orbis Canada
Board Member spotlight – Dr Anna Ells
Canadian Fellowship Program builds expertise in Nepal
Fundraising Dinner highlights Orbis projects in India
World neglected Tropical Disease Day
International Womens Day – Dominique Geoffrion Student
Champion for Orbis
Volunteer Faculty Nurse from Vancouver changes lives worldwide
Orbis Canada volunteer faculty members win Lifetime Achievement
Awards
West London Lions Club raise funds to support Orbis
Celebrating International Day for women and girls in science
International Women’s Day spotlight Alexandria Sham
Scrub Cap Sales – Support eye care for Refugees
Moving up mountains for Global Eye Health
International Women’s Day spotlight Carrington Christmas
Medical Students bake up funds for Orbis Canada
Dr. Lesya Shuba brings brighter futures to children with Glaucoma
Dr. Simon Holland – A lifetime of service
How an Orbis surgery transformed a future
Thirst for knowledge fuels Orbis volunteer
Parkinson Canada
How Data Sharing can drive Innovation
Stem Cell Research
New CIHR/JDRF Teams Grant Led by Dr Cristina Nostro
Unregulated stem cell treatments raise concerns
Regenerative Medicine: Moving closer to the clinic and
commercialization
Research Profile – Dr. Gordon Keller
Research Profile – Dr. Bernard Thebaud
Research Profile – Dr. Marc Jeschke
Research Profile – Dr. Penney Gilbert
Research Profile – Dr. Maryam Faiz
Research Profile – Dr. Cindi Morshead
Research Profile – Dr. Michael Laflamme
Research Profile – Dr. Manoj Lalu
Research Profile – Dr. Phillip Karpowicz
Research Profile – Elmar Jaeckel
Other Assorted Writing