ICDC team photo taken in front of the Hippocrates statue located in the atrium of the Health Sciences Centre building, on the UCalgary Foothills campus

Our Team

Our team of dedicated researchers, healthcare professionals, and patient partners is united by a shared mission: to improve the health and quality of life for all Canadians living with chronic diseases, regardless of age, ethnicity, or gender.

We understand the challenges of managing chronic conditions and the impact of factors like location, education, and finances. Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. By working closely with communities, healthcare providers, and research partners, we are driving innovation and advancing care for chronic disease management across Canada.

Our research is made possible by the collective expertise and commitment of a diverse and interdisciplinary team. From researchers, project coordinators, and statisticians to administrative professionals, lab technicians, data analysts, transcriptionists, and graphic designers, each member plays a vital role in advancing our mission. We are grateful for the contributions of our research assistants, trainees, and postdoctoral fellows, whose dedication and insight enrich every stage of our work. It is through the collaboration of these individuals—each bringing unique skills and perspectives—that we can drive meaningful progress in the research and care of chronic diseases.

Meet the Executive Team

Dr. Aminu Bello, Professor of Medicine and Nephrologist at the University of Alberta, in a professional headshot with a neutral background

Dr. Aminu Bello

MBBS, MSc, PhD, FRCP, FACP, FASN, FISN, FCAHS
Consultant Nephrologist and Professor
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Dr. Meghan Elliott, Clinician-Scientist and Nephrologist at the University of Calgary, in a professional headshot with a neutral background

Dr. Meghan Elliott

MD, MSc, FRCPC
Nephrologist and Clinician-Scientist
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Dr. Neesh Pannu, Professor of Medicine and Vice Dean of Clinical Research at the University of Alberta, in a professional headshot with a neutral background

Dr. Neesh Pannu

BSc MD SM FRCPC
Nephrologist, Vice Dean of Clinical Research, and Professor
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Dr. Sonia Butalia, Associate Professor and Clinician-Scientist at the University of Calgary, in a professional headshot with a neutral background

Dr. Sonia Butalia

MD, FRCPC, MSc (epi)
Endocrinologist, Clinical Researcher and Associate Professor
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Dr. Tyrone Harrison, Assistant Professor and Nephrologist at the University of Calgary, in a professional headshot with a neutral background

Dr. Tyrone Harrison

MD, PhD
Nephrologist and Assistant Professor
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Dr. Pietro Ravani, Professor of Medicine and Roy and Vi Baay Chair in Kidney Research at the University of Calgary, in a professional headshot with a neutral background

Dr. Pietro Ravani

MD, PhD
Nephrologist, Roy and Vi Baay Chair in Kidney Research and Professor
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Dr. Maoliosa Donald, Adjunct Assistant Professor and implementation scientist at the University of Calgary, in a professional headshot with a neutral background

Dr. Maoliosa Donald

PhD
Adjunct Assistant Professor and Implementation Scientist
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Dr. Matthew James, Professor and Nephrologist at the University of Calgary, in a professional headshot with a neutral background.

Dr. Matthew James 

MD PhD FRCPC
Nephrologist and Professor
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Dr. Paul Ronksley, Associate Professor and health services researcher at the University of Calgary, in a professional headshot with a neutral background.

Dr. Paul Ronksley

PhD
Associate Professor and Associate Scientific Director
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Advisory Committee

Dr. Brenda Hemmelgarn, Dean of Medicine & Dentistry at the University of Alberta and clinician-scientist in nephrology, in a professional headshot with a neutral background.

Dr. Brenda Hemmelgarn

MD, PhD
Dean of the Faculty of Medicine & Dentistry, Nephrologist and Clinician Scientist
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Dr. Braden Manns, Professor of Medicine and Senior Associate Dean of Health Research at the University of Calgary, in a professional headshot with a neutral background.

Dr. Braden Manns

MD, MSc
Senior Associate Dean and Associate Vice President of Health Research, Nephrologist, and Professor
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Dr. Marcello Tonelli, Professor of Medicine and nephrologist at the University of Calgary, in a professional headshot with a neutral background.

Dr. Marcello Tonelli

MD SM MSc FRCPC CAHS FRSC
Nephrologist, Clinician-scientist and Professor
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