Centre for Health Evaluation and Outcome Sciences
Connecting the dots between research and the real world
CHÉOS produces high-quality evidence to make informed changes to the health care system.
March 22, 2023
CHÉOS produces high-quality evidence to make informed changes to the health care system.
CHÉOS answers the big questions, to make big changes to the health care system.
In spring 2023, CHÉOS Program Head of Cardiovascular Health will be stepping down from her position at PHC to enjoy a retirement full of gardening, traveling, and learning
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Meet pediatric infectious disease and critical care doctor Dr. Srinivas Murthy, CHÉOS’ newest Scientist.
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People who are in caregiving roles often find their career path full of roadblocks. Learn how the VOLP survey is providing a snapshot of this lost productivity
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After completing postdoctoral training in the US and Canada, Dr. Trenaman returns to CHÉOS as a Scientist
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CHÉOS Scientists are leading five of the funded projects and supporting a further five as co-investigators
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Dr. Annalijn Conklin’s research shows sleep–life misalignment is associated with sugar-sweetened beverage consumption, particularly among adolescent girls
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Bridging the gap between data, research, and care, CHÉOS is a collaboration between cross-disciplinary scientists and expert research staff evaluating the effectiveness of health interventions at the population level. From assessing the cost-effectiveness of a new drug or treatment option to informing policy decisions that change how care is delivered, CHÉOS seeks to improve health outcomes for all.
CHÉOS investigators are known for the high calibre of research they undertake. The Centre is comprised of over 130 staff members and more than 75 scientists who are experts in their fields, including Canada Research Chairs, Michael Smith Foundation for Health Research Scholars, and Canadian Institutes of Health Research Investigators.
The combination of our Scientist’s diverse expertise and the support departments that specialize in every part of the research process makes CHÉOS a unique and innovative hub for health research.
CHÉOS Scientists are organized into research programs that focus on specific parts of the health system. Having many different types of researchers allows CHÉOS to address complex problems in a collaborative way.
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The scientists at CHÉOS are only part of the story. Thanks to a supporting cast of research professionals, including project managers, data scientists, and statisticians, we are uniquely positioned to help turn good ideas into great research projects.
Read MoreThe work of our scientists and staff is often found in the pages of top journals.
Each year, we publish over 300 peer-reviewed papers.
CHÉOS investigators and research support staff are responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. Current projects include examining mental wellness during a pandemic, the impact of school disruptions, treatment options for COVID-19 and identifying workplace risks that may increase the risk of transmission to paramedics. Our investigators have also shared their expertise in a number of areas related to the pandemic.
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Co-led by CHÉOS’ Dr. Linda Li, the Long COVID Patient Experience Project is engaging people living with symptoms of long COVID to guide research
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CHÉOS Scientist Dr. Mieke Koehoorn works to track and link workplace hazards to prevent chronic disease and shares why COVID-19 outbreaks happened in some unexpected areas
Read MoreAs a member of the health research community, CHÉOS is proud to support and promote research-related events and seminars happening around the country.
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Seminar
March 24 @ 12:00 pm
Learn more about health care evaluation and cardiovascular biobanking
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Work in Progress Seminar Series
April 5 @ 12:00 pm
Novel Methods for Equitable People-Centred Health Measurement
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