Research Staff
Amanda Everall BSc (Honours), MSc
Fun Fact:
I used to live and work on a horse and cattle ranch. Favourite Quote: “The shoe that fits one person pinches another; there is no recipe for living that suits all cases.” ― Carl Jung |
Amanda Everall (MSc) completed her Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Toronto in 2018. Her thesis research followed a multi-case study approach to describe the community pharmacy enablers (structures and processes) that supported best practice adherence-focused medication review services. Her research resulted in the development of a conceptual definition of, and recommendations for achieving, best practice medication therapy management services within the community pharmacy setting.
Working for Dr. Guilcher, Amanda continues her work in health services research by exploring patient, caregiver, provider, and decision-maker experiences in order to improve service delivery for persons with complex health and social needs. |
Lauren Cadel BSc, MSc
Fun Fact:
I have snorkeled between two tectonic plates. Favourite Quote: “It's the repetition of affirmations that leads to belief. And once that belief becomes a deep conviction, things begin to happen” ― Muhammad Ali |
Lauren Cadel completed her Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy, University of Toronto in 2019, under the supervision of Dr. Sara Guilcher. Her thesis focused on exploring the attitudes, beliefs and experiences of community-dwelling adults with spinal cord injury/ dysfunction pertaining to prescribed and unprescribed medications.
Lauren is also a Research Associate at the Institute for Better Health at Trillium Health Partners. She has a passion for health services research and wants to continually explore ways to improve the delivery of health services and optimize patient experiences and outcomes. |
Qi Guan BMSc (Honours), MSc, PhD(c)
Fun Fact:
My best friend and I did a “Harry Potter” trip in England during the summer of 2018 and toured filming locations in and around London. Favourite Quote: “Yer a wizard, Harry” ― Rubeus Hagrid |
Qi is a PhD Candidate at the University of Toronto’s Institute of Health Policy, Management and Evaluation (IHPME), and a PhD trainee with the Ontario Drug Policy Research Network. Supervised by Drs. Tara Gomes and David Juurlink, her PhD thesis focuses on using administrative health data to examine short-term adverse events that result from starting prescription opioid therapy. Qi’s broader research interests include methods in pharmacoepidemiology, safety and effectiveness of opioids, mental health and addictions, as well as maternal/child health. Qi is the 2019/2020 Co-Chair for IHPME’s Annual Research Day and is also heavily involved in IHPME’s Graduate Student Union.
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Graduate Students
Stephanie R. Cimino BASc (Honours), MSc, PhD Student
Fun Fact:
I can make biscotti from scratch. Favourite Quote: "Your life does not get better by chance, it gets better by change." ― Jim Rohn |
Stephanie is a PhD student in the Rehabilitation Sciences Institute at the University of Toronto. She is co-supervised by Dr Sander Hitzig and Dr. Sara Guilcher. Prior to completing her PhD, she received her Bachelor of Applied Science in Kinesiology and her Master of Science degree in Biomechanics. After working in various positions as a research analyst both with the Sunnybrook Research Institute and University of Toronto, she discovered a passion for conducting research in individuals with limb loss. She is particularly interested in how this population conceptualizes their quality of life and long-term community outcomes.
In September 2019, Stephanie began her PhD in Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Toronto under the co-supervision of Dr. Sander Hitzig and Dr. Sara Guilcher. For her dissertation topic, she will work on developing a patient-reported outcome (PRO) on quality of life for people with lower limb loss. Currently, there are no dedicated PRO’s on quality of life in this patient population, and the development of this measure will provide clinician’s and decision-makers a better understanding of the challenges of living with limb loss from the patient perspective. As well as being a student, she is a junior editor for rehabINK, a student led digital magazine that is dedicated to producing captivating research and stories of rehabilitation science through the publication of peer-reviewed student work. |
Kay James BSc (Honours), MSc Student
Fun Fact:
I am partially named after a cartoon character. My middle name is Angelica, taken from Rugrats by my cousin who was 10 years old at the time. Favourite Quote: “If you don't like something, change it. If you can't change it, change your attitude.” ― Maya Angelou |
In 2018, Kay earned her honours Bachelor of Science from the University of Toronto in Physiology and Psychology. During her final year, she designed a study in psychopharmacology through the Department of Psychology. The project examined possible cognitive similarities and differences between current or prospective “study drug” users and students with ADHD. She also completed a science communications course through the Department of Physiology wherein she wrote a review of cognitive reserve building practices to protect against neurodegenerative disease.
In Fall 2019, Kay embarked on her Master's of Science in the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences. She is excited to pursue her interests in better medication management and health care system experiences for persons with complex needs. Under the supervision of Dr. Sara Guilcher, her thesis will investigate the conceptualization and experiences of medication self-management in community -dwelling persons. |
Juliane Koropeski BPH (Honours), MPH Student
Fun Fact:
I have been to 4 Jonas Brothers concerts. Favourite Quote: "Life is a journey to be experienced, not a problem to be solved." ― Winnie the Pooh |
Juliane is a Master of Public Health student, specializing in Health Promotion in the Dalla Lana School of Public Health. She is also a member of the Collaborative Specialization in Public Health Policy and her interests include access to services, health equity, harm reduction and the social determinants of health. She has a range of research, community and applied experience having worked for organizations such as the Public Health Agency of Canada and Region of Peel.
In 2018, Juliane completed her honours Bachelor of Public Health with a minor in gerontology at the University of Waterloo in the co-op program. Her undergraduate thesis used quantitative and qualitative methods to evaluate the efficiency of risk screening tools used by paramedics to assess risk of older adults in the community accessing emergency services. As a member of Dr. Guilcher’s team Juliane is working on a scoping review synthesizing evidence on initiatives related to alternate level of care for hospital settings. She is also involved in knowledge translation activities that seek to share the team’s research with various audiences. |
Undergraduate Students
Maliha Asif, BSc (Honours)
Fun Fact:
Loves applying henna designs. Favourite Quote: "Happiness can be found, even in the darkest of times, if one only remembers to turn on the light." ― Albus Dumbledore |
Maliha is currently a fourth-year undergraduate student completing a Bachelor of Science with a double major in Biology for Health Sciences and Chemistry with a minor in Psychology at the University of Toronto. Maliha is currently a research assistant at the Guilcher lab. Her research involves investigating patient and caregiver perspectives on care transitions in hip fracture patients. Upon graduation (November 2018), Maliha intends to pursue graduate studies with an emphasis on preventative health and at-risk populations.
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Teagan Rolf Von Den Bauman, PharmD Student
Fun Fact:
Can make origami cranes and frogs. Favourite Quote: "Fall down seven times, get up eight." |
Teagan is in her third year of the Doctor of Pharmacy program at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy. She is actively involved at U of T, as a member of student council and on various student outreach and planning committees. Fitting with her interest in community outreach, Teagan’s research interests include vulnerable populations and health systems. Her current research project explores the perceptions and barriers to community pharmacy’s integration into a HealthLinks approach to care. Teagan hopes to use this knowledge of health system models to impact her career as a pharmacist through better integration and coordination of care.
Prior to coming to U of T, Teagan earned an Honours Bachelor of Science in Medical Science and Biology at the University of Western Ontario. In her time at Western, Teagan was a member of the varsity field hockey and rowing teams. In her free time, she enjoys exercising, baking, and reading. In the future, she hopes to learn a second language, hike through New Zealand, and practice clinical pharmacy. |
