Dr. Trafford Crump

Associate Professor

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Biography

Professor Crump holds the Jarislowsky Foundation Chair in Thoracic Surgery and leads a multidisciplinary research program at the intersection of surgical outcomes and patient-centered care. He is a health services researcher interested in patient-centered measures, patient-reported outcomes, and patients' preferences for treatment options, particularly in esophageal cancer care. His research focuses on understanding the concerns and experiences of patients with esophageal cancer, developing methods to measure their experiences, symptoms, and quality of life, while ensuring that their preferences are considered in treatment decisions. The aim of his research is to enhance patient-centeredness and effectiveness in care, ensuring better outcomes for patients through shared decision-making and implementation science. Professor Crump's team collaborates closely with clinicians and patients to reshape surgical decisions based on what matters most to patients, ultimately transforming surgical oncology care.

Research Interests

Experience

Associate Professor

2015-01-01 — Present

McGill University • Montreal, QC, Canada

Teaching and conducting research in surgical interventional sciences, focusing on patient-centered outcomes.

Courses

EXSU 610

Requirements for McGill University

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3.2
TOEFL
Listening
Required:20
Reading
Required:20
Writing
Required:20
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:86
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
B.Sc. degree or equivalent M.D. degree
Application Checklist
  • Transcripts
  • 2 Letters of Reference
  • CV
  • Personal Statement
  • Confirmation of Supervision
  • Research Project Proposal
Specialization Notes

Department: Department of Medicine. Program: Experimental Medicine.