Dr. Vess Stamenova

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Vess Stamenova is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Information Technology Management at the Ted Rogers School of Management at Toronto Metropolitan University. Her research focuses on technology utilization in healthcare systems, prominently exploring virtual care including patient-provider video consultations, remote patient monitoring, and the use of patient portals and self-management applications. She investigates how technology impacts patient experiences, healthcare outcomes, and access to care in vulnerable populations. Stamenova applies qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-methods research to understand barriers and facilitators to technology adoption, leading to the development of models for technology-enabled care through value proposition design. Her research encompasses population-based cohort studies using health administrative data to assess the effectiveness of technologies concerning patients and healthcare providers. Stamenova has previously held the position of Research Lead at the Centre for Digital Health Evaluation at the Women’s College Hospital Research Institute, where she conducted large evaluations of eHealth and digital health programs funded by the Ministry of Health and Ontario Health.

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