Research Staff
Amanda Everall BSc (Honours), MSc
Fun Fact:
Worked as a ranch hand in Alberta, riding horses and roping cows! Favourite Quote: “Success isn't about how much money you make. It's about the difference you make in people's lives.” – Michelle Obama |
Amanda Everall (Day) obtained an honours Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Toronto in Cellular & Molecular Biology and Health & Disease. In 2018, she completed a thesis-based Masters in Pharmaceutical Sciences at the University of Toronto. Her thesis involved pharmacy practice research, specifically seeking to describe best practices for a publicly funded medication review service delivered in a community pharmacy setting. Using a multi-case study approach, she compared the work systems of two pharmacies selected for their high quality medication review services. This study resulted in the development of a conceptual definition of, and recommendations for achieving, best practice for this service.
Amanda has experience with both qualitative and quantitative research methods including conducting interviews, field observations, document analysis, and administering surveys and questionnaires. She has worked with different participant populations including clinicians and individuals with complex health and social needs. She has also mentored students, guiding them through the interviewing and general research processes. Working for Dr. Sara Guilcher, Amanda continues to research health services with the aim of improving service delivery. She is involved in the execution and coordination of multiple different projects. |
Lauren Cadel BSc (Honours), MSc
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Fun Fact:
Knows how to play the tenor saxophone. 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 |
In 2016, Lauren received her Bachelor of Science in Biology from Bowling Green State University. She was a part of the Undergraduate Summer Research Program at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy where she completed a scoping review on the self-management of pain and depression in adults with spinal cord injury (SCI). She began her Master’s in Pharmaceutical Sciences in September 2017, under the supervision of Dr. Sara Guilcher.
Lauren’s thesis project aims to explore the thoughts, attitudes and experiences of community-dwelling adults with SCI pertaining to their medication. The purpose of this study is to optimize medication management for adults with SCI. Lauren is also a research volunteer with the Li Ka Shing Knowledge Institute at St. Michael’s Hospital. Lauren’s future goals include continuing her education and pursuing a PhD. In her spare time, Lauren enjoys mountain biking, playing soccer, snowboarding and playing with her dog, Max. |
Graduate Students
Megan Healy BSc, MSc Student
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Fun Fact:
Been involved in community theatre doing Theatrical production (sound, lighting) for almost 15 years. Favourite Quote: “My future seemed to stretch out before me like a straight road, I thought I could see along it for many a milestone. Now there is a bend in it. I don't know what lies around the bend, but I'm going to believe that the best does. It has a fascination of its own, that bend.” ― L.M. Montgomery, Anne of Green Gables |
Megan completed her Bachelor of Science in Nutrition and Dietetics at the University of Western Ontario. While completing her undergraduate degree Megan worked in data collection and analysis for a research project investigating lifestyle behaviour changes for individuals diagnosed with prediabetes.
Megan worked as a Patient Navigator in the General Internal Medicine Inpatient Unit at Mount Sinai Hospital where her role was to facilitate communication, identify areas of process improvement, and address post-discharge concerns. Most recently Megan worked with the Family Navigation Project at Sunnybrook Research Institute, where she compiled a resource database of mental health services and provided administrative support. Megan is beginning her Masters of Science with the Institute of Health Policy, Management, and Evaluation in Fall 2018. Her interests include transfers of care, feasible process improvement, and matching services to needs. Megan is looking forward to working with Dr. Sara Guilcher on better understanding patient interactions with the healthcare system by investigating episodes of care. |
Kay James BSc (Honours), MSc Student
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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.
Kay is embarking on her Master’s of Science through the Department of Pharmaceutical Sciences in Fall 2019. She is excited to pursue her interests in better medication management and health care system experience for patients with complex needs. Under the supervision of Dr. Sara Guilcher, she hopes to examine the experiences of older adults with hip fractures and how cognitive impairment may compound their challenges. |
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
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Fun Fact:
Can make origami cranes and frogs. Favourite Quote: "Fall down seven times, get up eight." |
Teagan will be entering her third year of the Doctor of Pharmacy program at the Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy this fall. 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. |
