We are a group of researchers and patient partners interested in helping those who have experienced harm in healthcare. We have created this website as a resource, and are conducting research aimed at improving the website and learning more about healthcare harm.
Team members
Bridget Klest
Bridget Klest, PhD, is an adjunct professor of psychology at University of Regina, and clinical associate professor of psychology at Oregon State University. Her research interests include healthcare harm and the role of healthcare institutions in perpetuating that harm.
Gerri Lasiuk
Gerri Lasiuk, RN, PhD, is an Adjunct Associate Professor of nursing at the University of Saskatchewan. Her teaching and research interests relate to mental health, particularly the effects of stress on women’s health and well-being.
Tracie Risling
Tracie Risling, RN, PhD, is an adjunct professor of nursing University of Saskatchewan, and associate professor of nursing at University of Calgary.
Brenda Andreas
Brenda Andreas is a patient and research collaborator and partners within the healthcare system as well as with many health partner organizations.
Kirsten Walliser
Kirsten Walliser is a patient partner and practicing nurse.
May Ly
May Ly is a graduate student in Clinical Psychology at the University of Regina. She has professional experience navigating complex systems like healthcare, and her research is guided by creating safer experiences within these systems.
Danielle Adedun
Danielle Adedun is a clinical psychology graduate student at the University of Regina. Her research interests include microaggressions, social rejection and self-compassion.