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Patrick Saunders-Hastings is an academic with a specialization in Epidemiology and Risk Science, focusing on global health and infectious disease epidemiology. He holds a Ph.D. in Population Health from the University of Ottawa, where his thesis assessed the preparedness of the Canadian hospital system to accommodate surge patient demand associated with future influenza pandemics. His work involved the development and application of mathematical models to chart flu transmission across Canada. His primary research interests include pandemic influenza preparedness and climate change adaptation. In addition to his research, he works as a public health management consultant, bringing a broad range of experience in risk assessment and management, health policy, and public health. Currently, he is engaged in projects aimed at assessing the effectiveness of digital health record systems in drug safety and effectiveness evaluations. Patrick has authored and co-authored several publications that examine pandemic preparedness, community-control strategies for influenza, and the effectiveness of personal protective measures during health crises.
Includes MEng and MASc options.