Imagine a Future

At Bruyère Health Research Institute, our investigators are focused on changing the future of care for Canadians.

Driven by some of the greatest health care challenges of our time, our investigators are leading the way toward a better, more responsive health care system that delivers the best care to patients, residents, and families.

That drive takes vision.

So we asked our scientists: with your research, what is your vision? They told us:

Imagine a future...

Where there is hope for patients with Alzheimer’s

Dr. Andrew Frank believes we deserve early detection, diagnosis, and treatment of dementia. Find out how his research could make it happen.

Where virtual reality can support our loved ones

Lisa Sheehy, PhD sees a future when technology can help. Find out how her research in virtual reality is changing the game in long-term and complex care.

Where technology allows older adults to remain in their homes for longer

Dr. Frank Knoefel wants to make aging in place a safe and viable option. Find out how his work with smart home technologies is changing the game.

Where care is personalized for our patients across all stages of life

Amy Hsu, PhD wants to empower Canadians to have meaningful conversations about their care. Find out how she’s leveraging big data to make it possible.