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The Future of the OR Living Lab & Innovation Event Join us for a day of keynotes, community-led panels, and live demonstrations exploring how the operating room can become a driver of surgical innovation. This is the inaugural event in a province-wide series building Alberta's Living Lab ecosystem. Tuesday September 15, 2026 Azerili Atrium, University of Calgary Foothills Campus, Calgary, Alberta 7:45AM - 4:00PM Join Waitlist View Agenda PREMIER SPONSOR BD Canada We're proud to partner with BD as Premier Sponsor of The Future of the OR BD is one of the world's largest medical technology companies, developing tools and technologies across medical essentials, connected care, biopharma systems, and interventional care that help clinicians work more safely and efficiently. Their support helps power this inaugural event and Alberta's growing Living Lab ecosystem. ABOUT THE EVENT What are we trying to do? A Living Lab only works when the right people are in the room together. Clinicians, researchers, industry innovators, health system leaders, government, and the built environment sector, each bringing something the others don't. This event is the foundational gathering to connect industry and capital planning partners with health system priorities, defines the commercial and healthcare value of a Living Lab in the OR, and identifies concrete opportunities for collaboration and investment, the first step in building Alberta's Living Lab ecosystem. Our mission is to accelerate the development and adoption of Alberta health innovations that are ready for real-world use, by building the right spaces, the right relationships, and the right evidence , together. SCHEDULE Event Agenda Times & sessions subject to change 7:45-8:30 am CHECK IN 📍Azerili Atrium 8:45-9:00 am OPENING REMARKS 📍Theatre 4 9:00-10:00 am KEYNOTE Living Labs at the Centre of Healthcare Transformation Muhammad Mamdani 📍Theatre 4 10:00-10:45 am EXHIBITION + NETWORKING BREAK 📍Azerili Atrium 10:45-11:45 am PANEL Interoperability & Connected Care: Moving from Innovation to Implementation 📍Theatre 4 11:45am-1:00 pm NETWORKING LUNCH + EXHIBITION 📍Azerili Atrium 1:00-2:00 pm PANEL The OR at the Centre of Surgical Transformation 📍Theatre 4 2:00-2:45 pm EXHIBITION + NETWORKING BREAK 📍Azerili Atrium 2:45-3:45 pm PANEL Building Alberta's Innovation Engine: How Living Labs Deliver Health and Economic Value 📍Theatre 4 3:45-4:00 pm CLOSING REMARKS 📍Theatre 4 View Full Agenda Event Map - Coming Soon ATTENDEES Who Should Attend Clinical Care Teams Surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, administrators Health System Leaders System leaders and policy makers Industry + Innovators Medical Technology, device makers, startups, investors Government Ministry of Technology and Innovation Academic Researchers Faculty and surgical residents Built Environment Healthcare construction firms Clinical Care Teams Surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, administrators Industry + Innovators Medical Technology, device makers, startups, investors Academic Researchers Faculty and surgical residents Health System Leaders System leaders and policy makers Government Ministry of Technology and Innovation Built Environment Healthcare construction firms Clinical Care Teams Surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, administrators Industry + Innovators Medical Technology, device makers, startups, investors Academic Researchers Faculty and surgical residents Health System Leaders System leaders and policy makers Government Ministry of Technology and Innovation Built Environment Healthcare construction firms Clinical Care Teams Surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses, perioperative staff, and trainees Health System Leaders Executives, operational leaders, and decision-makers from health delivery organizations Academic Researchers Clinical, health services, and engineering researchers advancing surgical innovation Industry + Innovators Medtech companies, device manufacturers, startups, and investors Government Provincial ministries, health authorities, and public agencies shaping health innovation policy Built Environment Architects, designers, engineers, and construction partners shaping surgical spaces PRESENTED BY: 140+ Attendees Expected 5 Keynotes & Panels 2520sf Exhibition Space PROGRAMMING Meet our Speakers Speaker Name One or two lines here Like Speaker Name One or two lines here Like Speaker Name One or two lines here Like 00 days 00 hours 00 min 00 sec Registration is open to all community members. Seats are limited — reserve yours today. Join Waitlist

Health Everywhere supports new eHealth and mHealth industries in Alberta, provide training and support to develop the next generation of digital health researchers and clinicians. Contact us today for more information. Help us build the future of the OR—Join us at the HEH Living Lab Innovation Event! SEPT 15, 2026 | Foothills Medical Centre Register Now Alberta's Digital Health Hub Uniting programs, experts, and resources to accelerate the commercialization and scale of eHealth and mHealth technologies ALBERTA'S DIGITAL HEALTH HUB Alberta's Untapped Potential Innovation in digital health holds immense potential to transform healthcare delivery, yet systemic barriers are slowing progress. The Health Everywhere Hub (HEH) was established, with funding from the Major Innovation Fund (MIF), to understand and address these challenges by fostering a more connected, collaborative, and sustainable innovation ecosystem in Alberta. The Hub aims to empower innovators to design, test, and scale their solutions, ensuring Alberta-made innovations are adopted locally and internationally. The Hub envisions a vibrant and interconnected digital health ecosystem that leverages Alberta's strengths to drive economic and technological growth. The Health Everywhere Hub is supported by the Government of Alberta's Ministry of Technology and Innovation through the Major Innovation Fund Program. Engage With Us LEARN MORE Health Systems and Non-Profits Leaders or key stakeholders within not-for-profit, health service, and innovation support organizations. LEARN MORE Industry Partners Industry leaders or key partners ranging from early-stage start-ups to large multi-national corporations. LEARN MORE Researchers and Educators Academic researchers, faculty members, or students associated with an academic institution. SEE MORE Reimagining Healthcare Through Digital Innovation Hear from Dr. Mary Brindle , Health Everywhere Hub Project Lead, as she introduces a bold vision for transforming Alberta's healthcare landscape. Dr. Brindle explains how the Hub is breaking down barriers that have slowed digital health innovation, creating a collaborative ecosystem where Alberta-made solutions can be designed, tested, and adopted both locally and globally. Upcoming Events The Future of the OR: A Health Everywhere Hub Living Lab & Innovation Event Join us at the HEH Living Lab Innovation Event on September 15th, 2026. Hosted by the Health Everywhere Hub, this event will explore how Living Labs can accelerate the testing, evaluation, and adoption of innovative technologies in real-world surgical environments. Through keynote presentations, expert panels, live demonstrations, and networking opportunities, participants will help define the direction of surgical care in Alberta. In person space is limited. Please register using the link below. September 15, 2026 9 AM - 4 PM Azriel (HRIC) Atrium - Foothills Medical Centre Learn More Health Everywhere Projects RESEARCH THEME Bridging Community & Acute Care MyHeartandCKD What if Chronic Kidney Disease Patients had a Decision Tool that Made Risks and Benefits Clear? Read More IMPROVE CV Care What if Heart Care Went Beyond Symptoms to Include Stress, Support, and Daily Life? Read More Integrated Care Pathway (ICP) Evaluation Redesigning Pathways for More Centralized, Holistic Care. Read More See All RESEARCH THEME Remote Monitoring and Virtual Care CONnecting and Coordinating an Enhanced Network for TRansitions in Care (CONCENTRIC) Reimagining Transitions in Care for Rural Spinal Cord Injury Patients Read More Point of Care Ultrasound (Acumen - POCUS) Making Ultrasound More Accessible in the Community Read More Robin's Nest as a White Label Platform An All-in-One Platform for Remote Care and Trials Read More See All RESEARCH THEME Connectivity and Data Access Healthcare Data Sharing and Management: Implementation of Distributive Machine Learning Technology and Blockchain Technology What If Your Health Data Worked For You? Read More Community-Based Health Data Research Initiative Coming Soon Read More Disconnected Care: The impact of the Alberta Health Information Act on the health and well being of Albertans Coming Soon Read More See All RESEARCH THEME Integrated Innovation Ecosystem Support A Model of Tradeoffs for Understanding Health Information Technology Implementation Coming Soon Read More Evaluation of GAITS Platform in SPARK Program Coming Soon Read More Identifying the mHealth and eHealth Ecosystem Building Blocks Coming Soon Read More See All Next Theme Next Theme Bridging Community and Acute Care Bringing together researchers, decision-makers, and digital health innovators to ensure seamless, inclusive, and scalable healthcare implementation in acute and community-based care settings. Like Remote Monitoring and Virtual Care There are significant challenges due to the lack of health data integration, which results in interoperability issues between patients and care providers. This theme aims to establish secure and seamless data access, ensuring better interoperability for improved healthcare outcomes. Like Connectivity and Data Access There are significant challenges due to the lack of health data integration, which results in interoperability issues between patients and care providers. This theme aims to establish secure and seamless data access, ensuring better interoperability for improved healthcare outcomes. Like Integrative Innovation Ecosystem Support By addressing gaps and opportunities in the current ecosystem, our aim is to create a dynamic eHealth and mHealth ecosystem, by identifying resources, matching them with innovators, and improving overall integration. Like News and Events Health Everywhere Launch Dr. Mamoru ‘Mo’ Watanabe Lectureship – Digital Health Today and Tomorrow NEWS On January 23, 2024, over 100 guests joined us as we held the Dr. Mamoru ‘Mo’ Watanabe Lectureship on Digital Health Today and Tomorrow. January 23, 2024 3 UCalgary projects receive $20.3M in provincial innovation grants NEWS UCalgary's innovation ecosystem just received a $20.3-million boost, thanks to Alberta's Major Innovation Fund. September 6, 2023 UCalgary-based program expands province-wide NEWS SPARK program receives grant from Alberta Innovates, supporting post-secondary innovators across Alberta. September 11, 2023 News Innovation Apr 30, 2026 | 2 min read Simulation, Systems, and the Future of Surgical Care Tara Klassen joins host Lisa George on the Advancing Healthcare Through Simulation Podcast to discuss why innovation in surgical care is about much more than introducing a new device or technology. Read More Innovation Apr 16, 2026 | 2 min read From Research to Real World: Dr. Mary Brindle on Surgical Innovation Health Everywhere Hub Project Lead, Mary Brindle, joins host Lisa George on the Advancing Healthcare Through Simulation podcast to discuss the concept of the Living Lab in healthcare. Read More Research May 1, 2025 | 8 min read Health Everywhere: Advancing digital health in Alberta Over the past year, W21C has focused on addressing how care is delivered by creating the Health Everywhere Hub, an initiative aimed at advancing innovation digital health in Alberta. Read More Community Mar 6, 2024 | 4 min read Health Everywhere launch event On Janurary 23, 2024, over 100 guests joined us as we held the Dr. Mamoru ‘Mo’ Watanabe Lectureship on Digital Health Today and Tomorrow. Read More Research Sep 11, 2023 | 4 min read UCalgary-based program expands province-wide in supporting digital health researchers SPARK program receives grant from Alberta Innovates, supporting post-secondary innovators across Alberta. Read More Innovation Sep 6, 2023 | 3 min read 3 UCalgary projects receive $20.3M in provincial innovation grants UCalgary’s innovation ecosystem just received a $20.3-million boost, thanks to Alberta’s Major Innovation Fund (MIF). Read More Our Partners Academic Partners See All HEALTH EVERYWHERE HUB Bringing Alberta Together A hub for innovators, industry partners, innovation support partners, healthcare providers and community. Contact Us

Latest News Add paragraph text. Click “Edit Text” to update the font, size and more. 3 UCalgary projects receive $20.3M in provincial innovation grants Sep 6, 2023 UCalgary’s innovation ecosystem just received a $20.3-million boost, thanks to Alberta’s Major Innovation Fund (MIF) Read More UCalgary-based program expands province-wide in supporting digital health researchers Sep 11, 2023 SPARK program receives grant from Alberta Innovates, supporting post-secondary innovators across Alberta in transforming ideas into clinical practice Read More Health Everywhere Launch Event Mar 6, 2024 Exploring the Future of Digital Health: The Launch of Health Everywhere Hub Read More

Home / Research Themes / Bridging Community and Acute Care / Bridging Community and Acute Care This research theme brings together researchers, decision-makers, and digital health innovators to ensure seamless, inclusive, and scalable healthcare implementation in acute and community-based care settings. Key Areas of Focus Our work targets critical areas where digital innovation can improve how care is delivered, coordinated, and experienced across the system 01. Focus Area 02. Focus Area 03. Focus Area FEATURED PROJECTS Storyboards From the 2024 Innovation Gallery Explore featured storyboards that bring to life the real-world challenges, bold ideas, and digital health innovations shaping the future of care in Alberta. Improve CV Care Patients and physicians currently face challenges in effectively discussing non-physiological factors that impact cardiovascular health—such as mental health, support systems, and medication affordability—within the limited time available in appointments. This lack of structure can lead to tunnel vision, where only immediate physiological symptoms are prioritized, leaving other crucial aspects unaddressed. Learn More The Integrated Care Pathway In Canada, adults with multiple chronic conditions represent 30% of healthcare spending, with frequent and costly readmissions emphasizing the need for models that reduce hospital dependency and enhance care continuity. The Integrated Care Pathway (ICP) aims to improve care management and continuity of care for complex inpatients in the Calgary Zone by redesigning existing roles. This project is endorsed by AHS as part of the Acute Care Bundle Improvement initiative and is modelled after UHN's Connect Care model, with the evaluation led by Dr. Karen Okrainec. Learn More PAUSE: Preventing medication complications during AcUte illness through Symptom Evaluation and sick day guidance The PAUSE app is a digital tool designed to help patients manage their medications safely during times of illness. By providing personalized, symptom-based guidance, the app instructs users on when to temporarily stop or restart medications, helping to prevent complications. Many corporate pharmacies now offer digital apps for accessing prescriptions, which creates new opportunities for providers across Alberta. The PAUSE team is developing an app that integrates with the industry, aiming to bring innovative self-management tools to the community. Learn More Pressure Wound Staging App An audit of Alberta’s acute care sites revealed that about one in six patients had a hospital-acquired pressure injury. These injuries cause painful, rapidly progressing sores that can lead to severe complications and even death. Pressure injuries are seen as an important indicator of healthcare quality. A high number of these injuries may indicate systemic problems with how care is being provided. Accurate staging and assessments are crucial in wound care as they ensure the right treatment plan is applied, which is vital for effective healing and avoiding further complications. Learn More Presuna: Empowering Remote Point-of-Care Ultrasound Imaging Point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS) is a portable, non-invasive tool that offers real-time imaging. This, along with its ease of use, is expected to play a vital role in home-based care and remote locations. Advancements in handheld technology have enabled POCUS to integrate into programs like Hospital at Home, enabling faster and more accurate diagnoses in patient homes. Presuna, a cloud-based software, enhances POCUS by enabling clinicians to send and interpret ultrasound images remotely. It facilitates remote assessments and improves decision-making for conditions like CHF and COPD in home-based care settings. Beyond clinical use, it acts as an educational tool, tracking training progress to help physicians monitor provider skill development. Learn More UPTAKE Acute Kidney Injury (AKI) causes long-term complications like cardiovascular issues and hospital readmissions. Rapidly developing and often under-managed, AKI poses risks when follow-up care is lacking. Many patients leave the hospital unaware of their condition or next steps. The UPTAKE platform (Using Personalized risk and digital tools for Transitions in care after Acute Kidney Events) delivers tailored after-visit summaries with AKI-specific information, follow-up instructions, and guidance, improving care continuity and empowering patients. Learn More THEME PROJECTS Our Projects Learn More APPROACH Learn More Pressure Wound Staging App Learn More IMPROVE CV Care Learn More UPTAKE Learn More Integrated Care Pathway (ICP) Evaluation Learn More UPTAKE VC Learn More PAUSE MyHeartandCKD IMPROVE CV Care Integrated Care Pathway (ICP) Evaluation PAUSE Pressure Wound Staging App (Coming Soon) UPTAKE UPTAKE VC Theme Leads Matthew James Bridging Community and Acute Care Lead View Bio Neesh Pannu Bridging Community and Acute Care Lead View Bio Our Research Themes Bridging Community and Acute Care Like Remote Monitoring and Virtual Care Like Connectivity and Data Access Like Integrative Innovation Ecosystem Support Like View other projects and explore the Health Everywhere Portfolio to see how local innovations are transforming care across the province. View Portfolio Explore the Health Everywhere Portfolio to see how local innovations are solving real-world challenges and shaping the future of care across the province. ABOUT The Health Everywhere Hub portfolio map showcases academic-led projects tackling real healthcare challenges across Alberta. By highlighting shared goals and commonalities, we hope to spark collaboration and amplify impact across the system. It’s more than a list of projects - this evolving collection shows what’s possible when partnerships, bold ideas, and real-world testing come together.

Theme 4: Ecosystem Supports A model of tradeoffs for understanding health information technology implementation — Lead: Craig Kuziemsky . . INNOVATION STAGE Exploration Health Innovation Focus Health Technology Innovation & Commercialization Population and Setting — Technology and Intervention — BENEFITS For Users Improved User Experience: Helps users anticipate and address potential disruptions to workflows, ensuring smoother transitions to new systems. Increased Usability: Involves stakeholders in the design process, leading to health technology systems that better align with user needs. Reduced Frustration and Resistance: Encourages training and preparation, helping users adapt more easily to changes. Encourages collaboration by addressing challenges in team-based care delivery. For The System Enhances the success of health technology implementations by minimizing unintended consequences. Improves system integration and collaboration across departments and user groups. Promotes safer, more efficient, and patient-centered care by addressing trade-offs proactively. Provides a framework for continuous learning and improvement in health technology design. By addressing these trade-offs systematically, this framework helps organizations achieve the full potential of health technology implementations while mitigating risks. Project Theme Information Current State Implementing health technology often results in unintended consequences, such as workflow disruptions, user resistance, and increased workload. These challenges arise because of trade-offs between existing practices and the changes introduced by the technology. Without a proactive approach to identifying these trade-offs, healthcare organizations face system inertia, limiting their ability to fully benefit from digital health innovations. Other Known Use Cases Partnerships with Xsensor and Baxter are undergoing to evaluate the impact of eHealth tools on patient outcomes. The specific focus will be on two products: 1) Xsensor’s ForeSite® Intelligent Surface, an artificial intelligence-powered continuous skin monitoring... What is the Innovation The innovation is a proactive framework for understanding and addressing trade-offs in HIT implementation. This framework includes a structural model for analyzing HIT-mediated changes and identifies seven categories of trade-offs that occur during implementation. These trade-offs span individual workflows, group dynamics, technology integration, policy alignment, and ergonomic considerations. How it Works The framework uses principles from Social Business Process Management (BPM) and qualitative analysis to study health technology implementation. It includes: Structural Model: Maps interactions across users, tasks, and workflows. Seven Trade-off Categories: Identifies recurring challenges, such as balancing individual versus group workflows, integrating systems, managing new processes, and addressing ergonomic, workflow, and policy issues. Proactive Planning: Encourages addressing potential challenges during the design and implementation phases, rather than reacting to problems post-launch. Get Involved Contribute to the conversation Share your experiences with the 7 trade-offs of digital health provided in the link below Get in touch kuziemskyC@macewan.ca Take a Closer Look Learn More View other projects and explore the Health Everywhere Portfolio to see how local innovations are transforming care across the province. Explore the Health Everywhere Portfolio to see how local innovations are solving real-world challenges and shaping the future of care across the province. View The Portfolio ABOUT The Health Everywhere Hub portfolio map showcases academic-led projects tackling real healthcare challenges across Alberta. By highlighting shared goals and commonalities, we hope to spark collaboration and amplify impact across the system. It’s more than a list of projects - this evolving collection shows what’s possible when partnerships, bold ideas, and real-world testing come together. Previous Item Next Item

News 3 UCalgary projects receive $20.3M in provincial innovation grants Date We envision a vibrant eHealth and mHealth ecosystem, accelerating innovation, growth, and transforming healthcare through collaboration and partnerships. September 6, 2023 | Pamela Hyde, Office of the Vice-President (Research) UCalgary’s innovation ecosystem just received a $20.3-million boost, thanks to Alberta’s Major Innovation Fund (MIF). On Sept. 5, Nate Glubish, minister of technology and innovation, announced that three UCalgary projects have received four years of funding to lead province-wide strategic initiatives to accelerate research and commercialization in the areas of medical devices, electronic and mobile health, and space and defence technologies. “Provincial support for high-tech research and innovation will help our post-secondary scholars move from groundbreaking technological ideas to entrepreneurial realities, fuelling a more diverse economy and making a positive impact in the wider community,” says Dr. Ed McCauley, president and vice-chancellor of the University of Calgary. Major Innovation Fund projects are highly collaborative, requiring the engagement of scholars from institutions across Alberta, industry partners, and the communities that the projects intend to serve. It is an outcomes-focused program, funding projects that will attract and retain top talent, diversify Alberta’s economy, support industries and local businesses, and leverage additional investments. “UCalgary’s innovation ecosystem is growing thanks to the drive of our research community and investments like the Major Innovation Fund,” says Dr. William Ghali, vice-president (research). “These three projects will streamline the research-to-commercialization pipeline for their sector and create opportunities for both innovative research and widespread of adoption of novel, made-in-Alberta solutions.” UCalgary’s projects are the Alberta Medical Device Innovation Consortium, Health Everywhere, and Space and Defence Technologies Alberta. Health Everywhere Lead investigator: Dr. Mary Brindle, MD, professor, Cumming School of Medicine Alberta has pockets of excellence in eHealth (digital health technologies) and mHealth (mobile health technologies), which include novel programs and innovations. However, much of this excellence is disconnected and has tremendous untapped potential for collaboration and commercialization, and widespread adoption. The vision of Health Everywhere is a vibrant eHealth and mHealth ecosystem in Alberta that builds on a foundation of strength in innovation to drive economic and technological growth. “The rapid evolution of technology, the increasing complexity of medicine and the limitations of our current systems of patient care underscore the need for a human-centered approach to digital health,” says Brindle. “Health Everywhere will use digital-health technologies to allow patients to receive the best possible medical treatment whether it is in the hospital or in their own homes, and strengthen connections between care in the hospital and care in communities.” Co-developed with community, industry, and academic stakeholders, Health Everywhere will be a provincial hub of digital health excellence that brings together integrated programs, leading experts, and resources to enable efficient and effective commercialization, spread, and scale of eHealth and mHealth technologies. “The Health Everywhere program will create an ecosystem that puts exciting and impactful innovations in technology, computer science, and data analytics into the hands of teams who can use them to benefit the patients of today and tomorrow,” says Brindle. Health Everywhere is a UCalgary-led project, in partnership with the University of Alberta, Athabasca University, Lethbridge College, MacEwan University, Mount Royal University, NAIT, Red Deer Polytechnic and Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). Image Source: iStock Project Contact- Pamela Hyde, Office of the Vice-President (Research)

We envision a vibrant eHealth and mHealth ecosystem, accelerating innovation, growth, and transforming healthcare through collaboration and partnerships. Enhancing Recovery After Surgery THEME 2: REMOTE MONITORING AND VIRTUAL CARE Date Alex Baron | January 2024 As we age it can take longer for our bodies to heal from trauma. As many as 40% of patients that undergo surgery will have major complications that lead to long-term health problems, such as heart disease or stroke. This is especially true for adults over the age of 65 following a major surgery, with many experiencing difficulties in returning to their pre-operation levels of function. Led by Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera, MD, at the University of Toronto, the Functional Improvement Trajectories After Surgery (FIT After Surgery) study aims to gain a better understanding of how often and why some patients experience significant disability after surgery. As one of 14 study sites across Canada, W21C is currently working with the Calgary site lead, Dr. Melinda Davis, MD, director of Master Teaching Program, clinical associate professor, Cumming School of Medicine, on recruitment efforts at the Foothills Medical Centre, actively engaging with patients prior to their surgery. Patient recruitment for the Calgary site began in July 2021 and is ongoing. Researchers are excited about the possibilities this work could reveal, especially as Canada’s population continues to age and the likelihood of more seniors needing major surgery every year is increasing. Having a better understanding of when and why patients experience disability after surgery will enable patients to make better-informed decisions about having surgery and allow physicians to identify patients that may need additional support following surgery. Overall recruitment and follow up for the study is expected to finish in 2023, with preliminary results anticipated in early 2024. By capitalizing on W21C's capabilities in eHealth and mHealth technologies, fostering collaboration, and actively engaging communities, the Health Everywhere Hub is poised to play a pivotal role in improving seniors' recovery experiences post-major surgeries. Project Contact: Dr. Mary Brindle Image Sources: Adobe Stock

THEME # The Title Goes Here Here is two lines for your subtitle if you have one on your file Lead Co-lead Name Surname Team Member INNOVATION STAGE Name of the stage Health Innovation Focus What is it What is it Population and Setting What is it Technology and Intervention What is it What is it BENEFITS For Users For parents, NeoApp offers personalized guidance and support, increasing confidence and reducing anxiety. The app empowers parents with knowledge specific to their baby’s needs, helping them monitor recovery, track milestones, and recognize signs of concern without relying on generic information or internet searches. By connecting with a community of parents facing similar challenges, they feel less isolated. The clear recovery pathway and milestones NeoApp offers make the transition from hospital to home smoother, providing peace of mind. For The System For parents, NeoApp offers personalized guidance and support, increasing confidence and reducing anxiety. The app empowers parents with knowledge specific to their baby’s needs, helping them monitor recovery, track milestones, and recognize signs of concern without relying on generic information or internet searches. By connecting with a community of parents facing similar challenges, they feel less isolated. The clear recovery pathway and milestones NeoApp offers make the transition from hospital to home smoother, providing peace of mind. Project Theme Information Current State OVERVIEW What Is The Innovation OVERVIEW NeoApp is an innovative digital health solution, grounded in Enhanced Recovery After Surgery (ERAS) principles, created to guide parents through the complex journey of post-surgical recovery for NICU infants. It is the first ERAS-focused platform designed for neonatal populations and their parents at home, providing personalized support and education tailored to each baby’s surgical background, development stage, and ongoing health needs. INTENDED USERS How It Works OVERVIEW Other Known Use Cases OVERVIEW Project Theme Information Current State Partnerships with Xsensor and Baxter are undergoing to evaluate the impact of eHealth tools on patient outcomes. The specific focus will be on two products: 1) Xsensor’s ForeSite® Intelligent Surface, an artificial intelligence-powered continuous skin monitoring... What is the Innovation Partnerships with Xsensor and Baxter are undergoing to evaluate the impact of eHealth tools on patient outcomes. The specific focus will be on two products: 1) Xsensor’s ForeSite® Intelligent Surface, an artificial intelligence-powered continuous skin monitoring... Other Known Use Cases Partnerships with Xsensor and Baxter are undergoing to evaluate the impact of eHealth tools on patient outcomes. The specific focus will be on two products: 1) Xsensor’s ForeSite® Intelligent Surface, an artificial intelligence-powered continuous skin monitoring... How it Works Partnerships with Xsensor and Baxter are undergoing to evaluate the impact of eHealth tools on patient outcomes. The specific focus will be on two products: 1) Xsensor’s ForeSite® Intelligent Surface, an artificial intelligence-powered continuous skin monitoring... Get Involved Add a Title Add a Title Connect via email: Email: Discover More: here Previous Item Next Item

Discover research that brings eHealth and mHealth innovations into the hands of Albertans. Research Themes RESEARCH THEMES Health Everywhere is rethinking the patient journey—using digital innovation to move care beyond hospital walls and into people’s lives. Our research themes focus on connecting traditional care with virtual and remote options, improving data access, and strengthening the innovation ecosystem. Our mission is to improve patient-centered care, healthcare access, and timeliness for Alberta's diverse populations. Enhancing Healthcare Equity in Alberta A More Integrated Healthcare System The Health Everywhere Hub remains committed to supporting its members throughout their innovation journeys, acting as a connector, enabler, and advocate to ensure long-term sustainability and impact. We envision a vibrant interconnected eHealth and mHealth ecosystem that leverages Alberta's strengths to drive economic and technological growth. OUR RESEARCH Together, our research supports a future where care is more connected, timely, and personalized—wherever and whenever it’s needed. Bridging Community and Acute Care Led by: Matthew James and Neesh Pannu Alberta’s acute care system is well integrated, but community-based services remain fragmented. This theme enables seamless, inclusive, and scalable healthcare implementation in acute and community-based care settings. It focuses on digital innovations that can be scaled across the province, with an emphasis on building strong, sustained connections between clinicians and the communities they care for. Learn More Remote Monitoring and Virtual Care Led by: Martin Ferguson-Pell and Mary Brindle While digital technology has advanced rapidly, uptake into healthcare remains limited. This theme builds a foundation for testing and scaling virtual and mobile health innovations for virtual care delivery. By advancing virtual care tools and remote monitoring systems, this research theme aims to empower patients to take charge of their health, reduce the need to travel, and close the digital divide that limits access to care. Learn More Connectivity and Data Access Led by: Tyler Williamson Health data can save lives—but only when it’s accessible. Right now, many providers don’t have access to the information they need. This theme focuses on building systems that allow data to flow securely and efficiently across the healthcare landscape. It’s about creating a more connected system—one where every piece of information contributes to better care. Learn More Integrative Innovation Ecosystem Support Led by: Chad Saunders Innovation can’t happen in isolation. This theme supports the growth of a vibrant digital health ecosystem by connecting innovators with the people, infrastructure, and resources they need. By mapping and strengthening the ecosystem, we can ensure that promising solutions have the support required to scale and succeed. Learn More THEME 1 Bridging Community and Acute Care Uniting researchers, decision-makers, and digital health innovators to ensure seamless, inclusive, and scalable healthcare implementation in acute and community-based care settings. Led by: Matthew James and Neesh Pannu A series of projects to better understand the factors, processes, and tools needed to support a vibrant ecosystem. This includes real-time, longitudinal research on if eHealth and mHealth technology development and innovation in Alberta is meeting current goals. Evaluating the current eHealth and mHealth ecosystem While innovators experience challenges navigating the support available to them, there are also unique services that innovators in eHealth and mHealth require that are not readily available. We will work to identify and fill critical gaps in the services available to innovators. Bespoke ecosystem support services See More Theme 4: Integrated Innovation Ecosystem Support OUR RESEARCH By addressing gaps and opportunities in the current ecosystem, our aim is to create a dynamic eHealth and mHealth ecosystem, by identifying resources, matching them with innovators, and improving overall integration. Led by: Chad Saunders Land Acknowledgement The University of Calgary, located in the heart of Southern Alberta, both acknowledges and pays tribute to the traditional territories of the peoples of Treaty 7, which include the Blackfoot Confederacy (comprised of the Siksika, the Piikani, and the Kainai First Nations), the Tsuut’ina First Nation, and the Stoney Nakoda (including Chiniki, Bearspaw, and Goodstoney First Nations). The City of Calgary is also home to the Métis Nation of Alberta (Districts 5 and 6).

Theme 2: Remote Monitoring and Virtual Care Enhancing Recovery After Surgery Date We envision a vibrant eHealth and mHealth ecosystem, accelerating innovation, growth, and transforming healthcare through collaboration and partnerships. January 9, 2024 | Alex Baron As we age it can take longer for our bodies to heal from trauma. As many as 40% of patients that undergo surgery will have major complications that lead to long-term health problems, such as heart disease or stroke. This is especially true for adults over the age of 65 following a major surgery, with many experiencing difficulties in returning to their pre-operation levels of function. Led by Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera, MD, at the University of Toronto, the Functional Improvement Trajectories After Surgery (FIT After Surgery) study aims to gain a better understanding of how often and why some patients experience significant disability after surgery. As one of 14 study sites across Canada, W21C is currently working with the Calgary site lead, Dr. Melinda Davis, MD, director of Master Teaching Program, clinical associate professor, Cumming School of Medicine, on recruitment efforts at the Foothills Medical Centre, actively engaging with patients prior to their surgery. Patient recruitment for the Calgary site began in July 2021 and is ongoing. Researchers are excited about the possibilities this work could reveal, especially as Canada’s population continues to age and the likelihood of more seniors needing major surgery every year is increasing. Having a better understanding of when and why patients experience disability after surgery will enable patients to make better-informed decisions about having surgery and allow physicians to identify patients that may need additional support following surgery. Overall recruitment and follow up for the study is expected to finish in 2023, with preliminary results anticipated in early 2024. By capitalizing on W21C's capabilities in eHealth and mHealth technologies, fostering collaboration, and actively engaging communities, the Health Everywhere Hub is poised to play a pivotal role in improving seniors' recovery experiences post-major surgeries. Image Sources: Adobe Stock Project Contact- Alex Baron