Research & Scholarly Activity
Welcome to the Research Hub at the Department of Family Medicine, University of Calgary.
The Department of Family Medicine Research and Scholarship
Research and scholarship in the Department of Family Medicine at the Cumming School of Medicine are driven by a commitment to meeting the evolving needs of communities and advancing the profession of family medicine. Transdisciplinarity is at the core of our research initiatives, with priority areas grounded in the foundational principles that guide our strategic plan: Indigenous Health, Health Equity and Planetary Health.
Our members lead impactful programs of research that generate innovative healthcare solutions, address the diverse needs of individuals and communities, and bridge the gaps in access and quality.
As a program, our purpose is to:
- Support faculty, emerging researchers and community physicians in conducting impactful research;
- Support and facilitate relationship-building with communities to create a research ecosystem based on trust, ethics and collaboration;
- Provide resources and opportunities to train future researchers in a tradition of excellence;
- Facilitate research partnerships and collaboration with other departments, faculties and organizations;
- Promote Family Medicine research in the community at large.
Department of Family Medicine Strategic Alignment
Health Equity is a commitment from our research program to equity, continuous learning, and cultural perspectives to address social determinants of health and eliminate systemic health disparities.
Indigenous Health denotes a commitment to partnering with Indigenous faculty, staff, students, and communities to address the impacts of colonization and support thriving, healthy Indigenous communities.
Planetary Health acknowledges the health of all individuals and their communities is closely tied to the planet’s health. Our goal is to work with indigenous communities to learn about and promote environmentally sustainable practices, a key consideration to building climate-resilient healthcare systems.
Our Work
Learn more about our projects and the work going on at the department of family medicine research and scholarship.
Get Involved
Interested in research? DFM Research offers support, mentorship, and opportunities to help you get started and grow your ideas.
Get Help
From idea to impact, DFM Research offers support with study development, partnerships, and navigating the research process.
Support Us
Your donation supports innovative research at the Department of Family Medicine, helping generate the knowledge that shapes better primary care.
Message from Research & Scholarship Director
Dr. Kerry McBrien
The Department places important value on research and scholarship that leads to improved patient care and health outcomes. The Department encourages and fosters work in four priority areas:
- Medical Education
- Indigenous Health
- Health Services
- Health Equity
We are proud of the work that our faculty are leading and encourage you to visit our project pages to learn more about the activities being undertaken within the department. We encourage all members of our department to participate in scholarship work and we provide opportunities to develop research and scholarly skills through a variety of academic activities.
We welcome collaborations in the area of Family Medicine research and we are happy to answer any questions.
Research & Scholarship Director