Dr. Ginetta Salvalaggio

Professor

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Biography

Ginetta Salvalaggio is a Professor and Research Co-Director in the Department of Family Medicine at the University of Alberta. Her academic and clinical work focuses on the social determinants of health, community engagement, substance use, and providing care for structurally vulnerable populations. Dr. Salvalaggio's research is grounded in participatory approaches with a commitment to health equity, particularly for individuals who use drugs. She leads interdisciplinary projects aimed at improving care transitions and promoting patient and community involvement in health system innovation. Currently, her work includes evaluating substance use interventions and advancing evidence-based policies to better serve underserved urban populations. Dr. Salvalaggio's educational background includes an MD and MSc in Population Health from the University of Alberta, along with residency training in rural Family Medicine and additional certifications in Addiction Medicine. She is also involved in mentoring students and trainees in various health professional programs, emphasizing the importance of non-biomedical competencies in modern healthcare.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Alberta • Edmonton, AB

Research Co-Director in the Department of Family Medicine, focusing on participatory research and health equity.

Requirements for University of Alberta

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
IELTS
Listening
Required:6
Reading
Required:6
Writing
Required:6
Speaking
Required:6
Overall
Required:6.5
TOEFL
Listening
Required:21
Reading
Required:21
Writing
Required:21
Speaking
Required:21
Total
Required:93
Prerequisites
Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or Engineering Management
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of reference
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Personal Statement
  • Official Transcripts (upon admission)
Specialization Notes

Department: Mechanical Engineering and Engineering Management