Dr. Karen Bouchard

Biography

Karen Bouchard is an Assistant Professor in the School of Epidemiology and Public Health at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute. She serves as an Associate Scientist and Director of the Cardiovascular Health Promotion, Education, and Social Determinants Lab. Her academic background includes a Doctorate, a Master of Education, a Bachelor of Education, and a Bachelor of Arts, and she is a certified Ontario Certified Teacher. Her research interests focus on social relationships and health, qualitative health research, health education, cardiac prevention and rehabilitation, and patient engagement. Bouchard has contributed to multiple research projects that explore the impacts of social factors on health outcomes and educational strategies that improve health literacy and patient involvement in healthcare decisions. She is committed to enhancing knowledge and practice in the field of cardiovascular health, with a specific emphasis on understanding how social determinants affect health and wellness, and integrating comprehensive approaches to educate patients and communities engaged in preventive health practices.

Research Interests

Experience