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Ann Toohey is a Senior Scientist with Alberta Health Services, leading the Cancer Prevention & Screening Innovation (CPSI) team. She oversees an applied research program designed to address a wide range of upstream modifiable risk factors for cancer. Dr. Toohey is committed to promoting health equity among older adults and has a strong focus on community aging. Her research covers various subjects including age-friendly communities, human-animal relationships, physical activity, alcohol consumption, HPV immunization, and the health of underserved populations. She adopts implementation science methods to develop innovative approaches tailored to both urban and rural settings, leveraging co-design strategies that involve input from experts and members of target populations. Currently, Dr. Toohey is exploring the use of animatronic pets to engage individuals living with moderate-to-advanced dementia, taking a critical gerontology perspective. Her work emphasizes the importance of adaptability in public health initiatives and the necessity of involving community influence in health-related innovations.
Cumming School of Medicine • Calgary, AB
Contributes to the academic and research initiatives within the Cumming School, focusing on community health sciences and public health.
Department of Computer Science Master's program. GRE scores are expected for international students.