Rencontrez l'équipe IDEA Lab ! Dr. Mehul Jariwala Pediatric Rheumatologist Dr. Jariwala is Head of the Division of Rheumatology, University of Saskatchewan, and The Saskatchewan Health Authority. He provides expert care to Saskatchewan children with rheumatic diseases and is a dedicated educator. Dr. Jariwala is a visionary researcher, leading and participating in numerous projects. Dr. Tristan Kerr Pediatric Rheumatologist Dr. Kerr is a pediatric rheumatologist in the Division of Rheumatology, University of Saskatchewan/ Saskatchewan Health Authority. He is dedicated to providing care for his patients, teaching the next generation of care providers, and through his research, will help ensure equitable access to care for all patients. Dr. Kate Neufeld Pediatric Rheumatologist Dr. Neufeld is a pediatric rheumatologist in the Division of Rheumatology, University of Saskatchewan/Saskatchewan Health Authority. She provides specialist care to children and their families with rheumatic diseases in Saskatchewan. She is a dedicated educator to medical learners of all levels, and is advancing knowledge through her novel research projects. Dr. Alan Rosenberg Pediatric Rheumatologist Dr. Rosenberg is a pediatric rheumatologist and Director of Research, Division of Rheumatology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Saskatchewan. He established the Saskatchewan pediatric rheumatology patient care, teaching, and research programs in 1981. Joan Dietz Research Nurse Joan is the Division of Pediatric Rheumatology's Research Nurse Coordinator. With her vast experience, Joan helps coordinate and conduct the many research projects in the Pediatric Rheumatology Research IDEA Lab. Md. Fahmid Islam Research Officer Fahmid is the IDEA Lab's Research Officer. He provides administrative support for the laboratory and coordinates and conducts laboratory-based experiments. He contributes to data analysis and interpretation and prepares materials for publication. Leah Samson Advanced Care Practitioner in Arthritis Care Leah, who has many years of nursing experience and a background in kinesiology, provides comprehensive care for Saskatchewan children with rheumatic diseases. Leah was the first pediatric rheumatology nurse to attain training and qualifications as an Advanced Care Practitioner in Arthritis Care. Kimber Nesbitt Clinic Nurse Kimber, a nurse in our Division of Pediatric Rheumatology, is actively involved in providing clinical care and education for children, teens, and families in Saskatchewan who are affected by a rheumatic disease. Anne Sperling Research Nurse Anne is a clinical research nurse who contributes to IDEA Lab projects by assisting investigators in conducting studies and guiding children and families when they are research participants. Kristy Lang Administrative Coordinator Kristy is the Division of Rheumatology's Administrative Coordinator. Kristy assists in organizing and recording IDEA Lab team meetings and scheduling and coordinating visits for research study participants. Trent Kehrig Consumer Partner Trent is a university student who has experience with child- and adolescent-related rheumatic diseases. Trent brings a unique perspective that helps guide and inspire innovative research activities. Emma Linsley Consumer Partner Emma is a recent biomedical science graduate. She has lived experience with childhood arthritis and has been an active participant and advisor for an array of research-related activities. Emma provides important guidance for the IDEA Lab's research and communication strategies. Heather Wiebe Consumer Partner Heather, who has lived experiences with childhood arthritis, is a powerful advocate for increasing awareness of childhood arthritis and ensuring that research activities and results are relevant and effectively communicated to end-users and supporters. Becki Zerr Consumer Partner With her lived experiences with rheumatic diseases, her nursing background, and her professional communication expertise, Becki brings a unique set of skills that are inspiring and guiding the IDEA Lab's research activities and knowledge mobilization initiatives. Yara Al Horoub Student Research Assistant Yara is a medical student at the University of Saskatchewan. She prepares, maintains and updates the social media pages, and the IDEA lab website. She also contributes to various IDEA lab projects. Other Collaborators and Advisors The IDEA Lab team is grateful to the patients and families who contribute to advancing knowledge about childhood rheumatic diseases by participating in research. We are also grateful to the many local, national, and international scientists and patient and family advisors who collaborate with us.

Nos partenaires Le laboratoire IDEA de recherche en rhumatologie pédiatrique est reconnaissant envers les nombreux organismes, familles, particuliers et entreprises partenaires donateurs qui soutiennent la recherche qui améliore la vie des enfants atteints d'arthrite et de maladies rhumatismales connexes. "Essayer de naviguer dans le monde en tant que jeune atteint d'une maladie chronique est un exploit terrifiant. Non seulement vous essayez de gérer les normes de la vie quotidienne, mais vous êtes également confronté au défi de surmonter les difficultés quotidiennes de votre maladie. La recherche fournit J'espère que demain sera peut-être un peu plus facile et un peu mieux qu'aujourd'hui. It permet aux patients de se sentir moins seuls dans leur bataille en sachant qu'il y a des gens formidables qui travaillent pour nous aider et trouver un remède ." Emma The University of Saskatchewan, including the University's College of Medicine, has been an essential supporter of pediatric rheumatology research in Saskatchewan since the program was established in 1981. More about the U of S M ore about the College of Medicine Cassie + Friends is a national charitable organization dedicated exclusively to the pediatric rheumatology community by championing research, education, connection, and support. More about Cassie and Friends Arthritis Society Canada, a national health charity with a mission to fight arthritis with research, advocacy, innovation, information, and support, has regularly supported the Saskatchewan pediatric rheumatology research program since its inception. More about the Arthritis Society The Jim Pattison Children's Hospital Foundation (JPCHF) is dedicated to ensuring world-class maternal and child care and research in Saskatchewan. The Foundation and its many volunteers and supporters is transforming health for children throughout Saskatchewan. More about JPCHF Lupus SK Society is a vibrant group of volunteers committed to improving the lives of those living with lupus, an autoimmune disease. The Society is actively engaged in providing high quality educational and advocacy programming for those afflicted with lupus and their families and raising funds to support vital research. More about Lupus Sk Society Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation is the provincial agency that funds, supports and promotes the impact of health research that matters to Saskatchewan. By convening the research ecosystem and stakeholder needs, SHRF works to proactively and strategically advance health and healthcare in Saskatchewan. Learn more about SHRF, upcoming funding opportunities and the impact of the research they fund at www.shrf.ca The Canadian Institutes of Health Research (CIHR) is Canada's federal funding agency for health research. Composed of 13 Institutes, CIHR collaborates with partners and researchers to support the discoveries and innovations that improve our health and strengthen our health care system. More about CIHR The Canadian Initiative for Outcomes in Rheumatology cAre (CIORA) is the funding arm of the Canadian Rheumatology Association Foundation (CRAF). More about CRAF Le IDEA Lab apprécie la générosité des nombreuses personnes et familles qui font un don pour soutenir la recherche du laboratoire : Le Fonds Haslam Le Fonds Ludwig, Olga et Constance Kaye Le fonds de la famille Kehrig Le Fonds Kleiman Le Fonds Debra Kowalchuk Le Fonds de la famille riche Le fonds de la famille Wiebe Soutenir la rhumatologie pédiatrique Recherche IDEA Lab Veuillez envisager de soutenir la recherche en rhumatologie pédiatrique en Saskatchewan. Votre don reste en Saskatchewan et profitera à nos enfants ici, au Canada et partout dans le monde. Chaque dollar ira directement au financement de la recherche de pointe IDEA Lab. Pour faire un don, cliquez sur l'icône ci-dessous puis sélectionnezFonds de recherche en rhumatologie pédiatrique dans le menu déroulant « Sélectionner une désignation de cadeau ». Merci. DONNER