Ming-Ka Chan, MD, MHPE, FRCPC
Director, Office of Leadership Education, Rady Faculty of Health Sciences; Professor and Lead, Antiracism and Social Justice, Department of Pediatrics & Child Health, University of Manitoba

Dr. Ming-Ka Chan, 陳明嘉 is a Chinese immigrant, grateful to be on Treaty 1 Territory and homeland of the Métis Nation. She is a professor, clinician educator and coach focused on leadership education and social justice. Her affiliations include Sanokondu, Equity in Health Systems Lab, Canadian Health Leadership Network, and World Health Leadership Network. Dr. Chan teaches for the Canadian Leadership Institute for Medical Education programs and is the Canadian Association for Medical Education President.

Chandi Chandrasena,MD, CCFP, FCFP
Chief Medical Officer, OntarioMD

Dr. Chandi Chandrasena is a family physician with over 20 years of experience and serves as OntarioMD’s Chief Medical Officer. She is a recognized leader in digital health and physician wellness, advancing clinical insight, engagement and change management. She has contributed to national efforts to reduce administrative and digital burdens, including work with the OMA and CMA. A sought-after speaker on AI, digital wellness, and clinician burnout, she champions technology that supports physicians and improves patient care.

Charlie Chen, MD, MEd, CCFP(PC), FCFP, Certified Executive Coach, Trained Schwartz Rounds Facilitator
Medical Lead, Physician Diversity, Wellness and Development, Alberta Health Services

Dr. Charlie Chen is a palliative care physician, educator and certified executive coach who serves as Medical Lead for Physician Diversity, Wellness & (Leadership) Development with Alberta Health Services. A Clinical Associate Professor at the University of Calgary, trained Schwartz Rounds Facilitator and a master facilitator for Pallium Canada, he integrates mindfulness, self-compassion and trauma-informed principles into leadership education. His work fosters courageous, compassionate leadership cultures that advance wellness, psychological safety, inclusion/belonging and meaningful system change.

Marshall Cheng, MD
Anesthesia Department Head, Peace Arch Hospital; Physician Partnerships Leader, Fraser Health Authority

Dr. Marshall Cheng is the Department Head of Anesthesia at Peace Arch Hospital, a Physician Quality Leader, and FHA’s Physician Lead for Physician Partnerships. A PQI certificate graduate and NSQIP Anesthesia Champion, he leads initiatives to improve surgical safety and outcomes. Dr. Cheng’s clinical expertise, leadership and commitment to evidence-based care make him a key contributor to advancing patient-centered anesthesia practice across Fraser Health. 

Casey Cohen, BSc, PhD, MDCM candidate (2027)
McGill University

Dr. Casey Cohen has advanced sustainability initiatives at McGill University and in the Montreal community for over a decade, collaborating with student committees, university offices and faculty-led projects. As president of the McGill Medical Students’ Society Sustainability Committee, he leads advocacy efforts to strengthen connections and implement impactful environmental initiatives. He co-organized awareness campaigns such as Sustainable Sunday on social media and helped bridge student projects with the McGill Office of Sustainability to promote lasting institutional change. 

Allison Crawford, MD, PhD.
Chief Medical Officer for 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline; Professor, Departments of Psychiatry and Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto

Dr. Allison Crawford is a psychiatrist and senior scientist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health, Professor in the Departments of Psychiatry and Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. Dr. Crawford holds the University of the Arctic Research Chair in Public Mental Health and Community-Based Digital Innovation.

Diane de Camps Meschino, BSc(H), MD, FRCPC
Founder Reproductive Life Stages Programme, Women’s College Hospital 

Dr. Diane Meschino (mixed heritage, Treaty 13), psychiatrist and Associate Professor (University of Toronto), advances justice-based healthcare leadership and system transformation toward resilient, sustainable planetary health. Her work includes founding programs for underserved mental health populations and leadership education scholarship. A Heat Adapt Grant recipient, she serves as advisor to the Canadian Coalition for Green Health Care, Green Technology Education Centre, InHale, the Coalition for Hospital Infection Reduction, the Canadian Learning Collaborative for Health Leadership and Standards Council Canada. 

Victor Do, MD, FRCPC, MSc
Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, University of Alberta

Dr. Victor Do is a paediatric hospitalist and early career clinician researcher at the Stollery Children’s Hospital (Edmonton) and University of Alberta. He has a broad leadership background including serving as co-chair of the Culture of Academic Medicine Initiative at the Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada. He has served on the board of the Canadian Medical Association and council of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. His scholarly interests include physician and learner well-being and physician leadership. 

Mamta Gautam, MD, MBA, FRCPC, CPDC, CCPE, CPE
Department of Psychiatry, University of Ottawa; President and CEO, PEAK MD Inc.  

Dr. Mamta Gautam is an internationally renowned psychiatrist, consultant, certified coach, author and speaker. A trailblazer in the field of physician well-being, she is known as the “The Doctor’s Doctor”. Her work focuses on physician well-being and physician leadership. A respected medical leader in Canada, she is the recipient of numerous prestigious awards for her innovative work in physician health and has been awarded Distinguished Fellowships in both the Canadian and American Psychiatric Associations. 

Jasmine Gandhi, MD, FRCPC
Medical Director, Perinatal Mental Health, The Ottawa Hospital; Assistant Professor, Department of Psychiatry, University of Ottawa 

Dr. Jasmine Gandhi is a perinatal psychiatrist whose academic work focuses on advancing equity in mental healthcare for pregnant and postpartum individuals. She is a highly sought educator and public speaker on the topics of women’s mental health and interpersonal psychotherapy. She co-chairs The Ottawa Hospital’s Women Physician Leadership Committee, whose aim is to empower, elevate and inspire women physicians to pursue leadership roles within the academic hospital environment.  

Roetka Gradstein, MD, MA
Family Physician, Department of Family Medicine, Dalhousie University 

Dr. Roetka Gradstein is a family physician and clinician-educator at Dalhousie University, where she has the privilege of training the new generation of family physicians. She practices family medicine obstetrics and has a longitudinal community-based family practice. 

Dawn Hartfield, MD, MPH, CCPE
Deputy Registrar and Hearings Director, College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta

Dr. Dawn Hartfield is a paediatrician and health-system leader with extensive expertise in quality improvement, patient safety and medical regulation. A former Professor in the University of Alberta’s Department of Pediatrics, she holds a Master of Public Health in Clinical Epidemiology and has nearly two decades of leadership experience across healthcare systems. Dr. Hartfield is currently Deputy Registrar and Hearings Director at CPSA, where she oversees regulatory departments, standards of practice and accreditation programs, and previously served as Complaints Director. She is also a certified executive and team coach, bringing a practical, systems-level perspective to leadership development and facilitation. 

Krista Hind
Director of Human Resources and Administration, Department of Medicine, The Ottawa Hospital  

Krista Hind leads strategic initiatives in physician recruitment, performance management and workplace policy development. She oversees physician appointment processes, including immigration and licensure, and leads HR operations for over 200 employees within the department. Krista is nationally recognized for her excellence related to physician recruitment and is a published author on Implementation of a Policy for Accommodations for Physicians with Disabilities, for her contributions to advancing equity for physicians with disabilities.

Katrina Hurley, MD, FRCPC, ACC, CCPE
Assistant Dean, Faculty Wellness, Faculty of Medicine, Dalhousie University

Dr. Katrina Hurley is a paediatric emergency physician with more than 15 years serving her community. She brings a spirit of elevating others and strives to create environments that are safe and inspiring. Her interest in coaching was sparked through leadership development as she saw how she could support others in their own quest for wellness and empowerment. She is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach and Physician Executive.

Keleigh James, MMEd, MD, CCFP, FCFP
Special Advisor, Physician Support C Wellness, Canadian Medical Protective Association 

Dr. Keleigh James is a bilingual family physician, educator and yoga teacher. As Special Advisor in Physician Support and Wellness at the Canadian Medical Protective Association, her work focuses on the interdependence between physician well-being, medico-legal risk and patient safety. Compassion is a core value influencing her relational approach to leadership and education. She speaks nationally on physician well-being, where her training in contemplative and somatic practices creates a dynamic, inclusive and reflective teaching style. 

Curtis Johnston, MD, FRCPC, CCPE
Associate Chief Medical Officer, Alberta Health Services 

Dr. Curtis Johnston is a respected medical leader whose work has shaped healthcare leadership across Alberta. Through his roles as Site Chief, Facility Medical Director, Deputy Zone Medical Director and Associate Chief Medical Officer he has inspired a culture of growth, collaboration and mentorship. Passionate about developing others, he created leadership retreats, coaching programs and province-wide learning series. Honoured as a recipient of the 2024 Chris Carruthers Excellence in Medical Leadership Award, Physician of the Year and a Queen Elizabeth II Platinum Jubilee Medal, Dr. Johnston leads with humility, compassion and integrity. 

Renee Kinden, MD, MSc
Resident Physician, Department of Emergency Medicine, Dalhousie University

Dr. Renee Kinden is an Emergency Medicine resident by trade, a wellness and coffee enthusiast at heart. Soon-to-be Dalhousie University EM graduate. Special interests include social justice, pediatrics and medical education. 

Constance LeBlanc, MD, CCFP(EM), MAEd, MBA, CCIP
President and CEO, Association of Faculties of Medicine Canada  

Dr. Constance LeBlanc is the president and CEO of the Association of Faculties of Medicine of Canada. She is a Professor in the Department of Emergency Medicine at Dalhousie University and holds a Master of Arts in Education in Curriculum Studies and an Executive Masters’ of Business Administration and Technology. Dr. LeBlanc holds the Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional. Her research and scholarship focus include Equity, Diversity and Inclusion, leadership and medical education. 

Andrea Lum, MD, FRCPC, CCPE, FCAR
Vice Dean Clinical Faculty Affairs, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University Western Ontario

Appointed as Vice Dean, Clinical Faculty Affairs in January 2020 for a five-year term extended through 2025, Dr. Andrea Lum provides leadership in key areas, including the appointments and promotions of approximately 2,500 faculty members, faculty well-being initiatives, the Peers for Peers program during COVID-19, and mentorship and promotion recognition. She served as Program Director for Diagnostic Radiology and became the first woman in Ontario to hold the position of Chair/Chief of the Department of Medical Imaging and Chair of the Medical Advisory Committee. In recognition of her contributions, Dr. Lum received the Canadian Association of Radiologists Gold Medal and CAR Fellow FCAR in 2021.

Warren Ma, MD, MBA, FRCPC
Associate Zone Medical Director (Edmonton Zone), Alberta Health Services

Dr. Warren Ma is a Royal College–Certified and American Board–Certified Emergency Physician who completed his medical training and residency at the University of Alberta (2013) and an MBA at the Ivey School of Business (2012). He has held senior leadership roles within Alberta Health Services, including Zone Clinical Department Head for Emergency Medicine, and now serves as Associate Zone Medical Director (Edmonton Zone), overseeing Emergency Medicine, Demand-Capacity and Patient Flow, and Quality & Patient Safety.

Laura MacLellan, BA CPHR CPCC

Laura MacLellan is a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach (CPCC) and Leadership Circle Profile practitioner with over a decade of senior HR and leadership experience. She brings a practical understanding of how people and organizations grow through complexity and change. Laura partners with leaders to build clarity, confidence and influence in demanding environments, integrating evidence-based tools with real-world insight to help translate awareness into action and sustain meaningful impact.

Jerry Maniate, MD, MEd, EMBA, FRCPC, FACP, CCPE, CPC(HC)
Executive Director, Equity in Health Systems, Bruyere Health Research Institute

Dr. Jerry Maniate is the Executive Director and Founder of Equity in Health Systems, a physician at The Ottawa Hospital, an Associate Professor and inaugural Vice Chair of Member Support in the uOttawa Department of Medicine, and Investigator at the Bruyère Health Research Institute (BHRI). His work is focused on understanding and addressing inequities in our health systems through collaborative partnerships using a scholarly lens and critical dialogues.

Emma McDermott, BSc, MGA, MD
PGY3 in Public Health and Preventive Medicine with Integrated Family Medicine, McMaster University

Dr. Emma McDermott is an advocate for planetary health, sustainable healthcare and health equity. With a Master of Global Affairs and over six years of experience in planetary health, she has led initiatives and facilitated workshops with PEACH Health Ontario, CFMS HEART, EARTH, CAPE-NS, and co-founded the Dal Med Green Team, integrating sustainability into health systems and education. Dr. McDermott also hosts CSPL’s Leading the Way podcast.

Alex McLean, MA
Co-artistic Director, Zuppa Theatre Co.

Alex McLean is a co-artistic director of Halifax’s Zuppa, a nationally and internationally recognized theatre and live art organization. For over 25 years, he has steered the company’s work and toured across Canada, U.S. and U.K. Alex holds an M.A. from the University of Toronto’s Centre for Drama, Theatre and Performance Studies. A specialist in collaborative creation, Alex has taught and published extensively, as well as collaborated with practitioners across multiple disciplines. 

Kirstie McLelland, MD, FRCPC
Associate Clinical Professor, Emergency Medicine, University of Alberta

Dr. Kirstie McLelland is a senior physician leader and Associate Clinical Professor in Emergency Medicine at the University of Alberta. A former Zone Medical Director and Deputy Zone Medical Director, she has led major advancements in clinical operations, patient flow and physician engagement. Known for her authentic and transparent leadership style, she builds trust, collaboration and innovation across teams to drive sustainable system transformation. 

Scott McLeod, MD, MPH, MPA, CCFP, FCFP, CCPE
Former Registrar and CEO, College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta; Founder, Leadership Essentials Canada

Dr. Scott McLeod is a leadership coach and consultant and the founder of Leadership Essentials Canada. He recently retired as Registrar and CEO of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta, where he spent eight years building innovative, compassionate leadership within medical regulation. Prior to this role, Dr. McLeod served nearly 27 years in the Canadian Armed Forces, retiring as Deputy Surgeon General, with operational experience around the world, including Haiti and Afghanistan. He is a family physician with advanced training in aerospace medicine and holds a Master of Public Health and a Master of Public Administration, bringing a unique systems-level and leadership perspective to his facilitation work. 

Kelly McShane, PhD, CPsych
Associate Professor, HR Management & Organizational Behaviour TMU, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, University of Western Ontario 

Dr. Kelly McShane is dedicated to interdisciplinary approaches to system transformation. She was awarded the Research Ambassador Medal (TMU) for her scholarly achievements in health and social services. She prides herself in "doing academia differently" by completing secondments, most recently as the Inaugural Workplace Civility Specialist at Southlake Hospital. As a licensed clinical and organizational psychologist, Dr. McShane serves as a consultant for delicate workplace issues, culture change and employee wellness. 

Shazma Mithani, MD, FRCPC
Associate Clinical Professor, University of Alberta  

Dr. Shazma Mithani is an Emergency Physician in Edmonton practicing both adult and paediatric emergency medicine. Her true passion is in health education and advocacy, which stems from her work during the COVID-19 pandemic and continues today in her roles with the Canadian Medical Association, Alberta Medical Association, Sexual Assault Centre of Edmonton. She has a strong social media platform promoting health education and advocacy, and is the co-host of The Doc Talk podcast. 

Husein Moloo, MD
Director, Planetary Health, University of Ottawa 

Dr. Husein Moloo is a colorectal surgeon at The Ottawa Hospital and the inaugural Director of Planetary Health at the University of Ottawa’s Faculty of Medicine. A national leader in sustainable healthcare, he co-chairs the CANMEDS Planetary Health Committee, helping integrate planetary health into medical training across Canada. Dr. Moloo has led pioneering educational initiatives, including a longitudinal planetary health curriculum at uOttawa and co-leads the Cut the Carbon campaign involving 45 Ontario hospitals to reduce the carbon footprint of surgical care. He is also a member of the World Health Organization Collaborating Centre focused on health equity and knowledge translation.  

Camille Munro, MD, CCFP (PC)
Assistant Professor, Department of Medicine, The Ottawa Hospital/University of Ottawa

Dr. Camille Munro is an Assistant Professor in the Division of Palliative Medicine at the University of Ottawa. A dedicated advocate for equity and inclusion, she served as Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion for the Department of Medicine and joined the Ottawa Hospital Women Physician Leadership Committee in 2018. She is deeply committed to advancing the representation of women across all levels of medicine and to fostering a supportive environment free of discrimination and inequity.  

Heather Murray, MD, MSc, FRCPC
Physician Advisor, Safe Medical Care Learning, Canadian Medical Protective Association 

Dr. Heather Murray is a Physician Advisor in the Safe Medical Care Learning department at the Canadian Medical Protective Association. She is a professor of Emergency Medicine at Queen’s and is cross-appointed to the Department of Public Health Sciences. She is also the Evidence-Based Medicine lead for the School of Medicine. Dr. Murray has authored a large number of peer-reviewed scientific papers, book chapters, editorials and commentaries. As well, she is the recipient of numerous teaching awards. 

Chika Stacy Oriuwa, MD
Resident in Psychiatry, University of Toronto  

Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa is a physician, nationally ranked spoken word poet, and thought leader known for her powerful storytelling on leadership, connection and wellness. She is a psychiatry resident at the University of Toronto, where she earned her MD and made history as the first Black woman named sole valedictorian.

An advocate for health equity and institutional change, Dr. Oriuwa holds a Master’s in Health Systems Leadership and Innovation and serves on multiple boards advancing equity and workplace wellness. She is the author of Unlike the Rest, her memoir of becoming, belonging and being seen on her journey as a medical leader. She has been recognized as one of TIME’s Next Generation Leaders and Maclean’s Power 50. In 2021, she was honoured by Mattel with a one-of-a-kind Barbie made in her likeness as part of the #ThankYouHeroes campaign.

Susan Peddle, MD, FRCPC
Assistant Professor, Department of Radiology, University of Ottawa

Dr. Susan Peddle is an Assistant Professor of Radiology at the University of Ottawa specializing in Breast Imaging. Her professional interests focus on wellness, mentorship and ergonomics. She co-chairs The Hospital’s Women Physician Leadership Committee, dedicated to empowering, elevating and inspiring women physicians to pursue leadership roles within the academic hospital environment. Energetic and collaborative, she strives to foster a culture of inclusion, resilience and leadership development in medicine.

Erica Phelps, MD, FRCSC
Physician Quality Lead Maternal, Infant, Child Youth Program, Fraser Health 

Dr. Erica Phelps Dr. Phelps is an Obstetrician-Gynecologist at Langley Memorial Hospital (LMH) and an alum of the very first Physician Quality Improvement (PQI) Certificate Training in Fraser Health. Her passion for advancing quality improvement shines through her active involvement in education delivery and coaching initiatives across the region. She currently serves as a PQI Physician Advisor at Fraser Health and an IHI Improvement Advisor. She is also the Physician Quality Leader (PQL) for the Maternal Infant Child and Youth (MICY) Regional Program – Perinatal Stream.

Jodi Ploquin, MSc, CHE, CCIP, Certified Workplace traumatologist
Director of Physician Wellness and Professionalism, Medical Society of PEI

Jodi Poliquin is a medical health physicist who has worked as a change leader in radiation safety, nuclear security, patient safety and physician wellness, EDI and leadership development. She is a passionate facilitator with certification in adult education through the University of Calgary where she lectures at the graduate level. She is a Certified Healthcare Executive, Certified Community and Workplace Traumatologist, Canadian Certified Inclusion Professional, Canadian Patient Safety Officer, Certified PROSCI Change Management Practitioner, Certified to lead organizations in implementation of the national standard in Psychological Safety in the Workplace, and has specialized training in Quality Improvement, Psychological First Aid, design thinking and restorative practices. 

Catherine Pound, MSc, MPH, MD, FRCPC
Director, Physician Support C Wellness, Canadian Medical Protective Association

Dr. Catherine Pound is Director of Physician Support C Wellness at the Canadian Medical Protective Association. A pediatrician, researcher and former Associate Professor at the University of Ottawa, she has published extensively in medical education and health promotion. Dr. Pound is a recognized advocate for physician well-being, drawing on clinical and research experience to advance compassionate, evidence-informed approaches to physician support. She speaks nationally on physician well-being and the role of compassionate leadership. 

Tracey Receveur, CCRN
Senior Consultant, Physician Experience, Alberta Health Services; Clinical Instructor, Health Sciences NAIT

Tracey Receveur is a critical care nurse and traumatologist dedicated to supporting those who care for others. As a Senior Consultant with Alberta Health Services Physician Experience team, she helps health care professionals, teams and leaders navigate the emotional impact of clinical work. Grounded in neuroscience and trauma-informed principles, Tracey provides practical, evidence-based tools to recognize and respond to distress, reduce stigma and foster human sustainability in high-stake environments. 

Kailey Richards
HR/EDIAB Advisor, Department of Medicine, The Ottawa Hospital/University of Ottawa 

Kailey Richards is a certified Human Resources Leader with a strong commitment to advancing equity for physicians. In her role within the Department of Medicine, she leads initiatives that promote inclusive policy development, physician wellness and operational excellence. Kailey brings a thoughtful, equity-focused lens to her work, ensuring that departmental practices support both professional growth and personal well-being.

Nadia Salvaterra, MD, FRCPC, CCPE
Associate Chief Medical Officer, Primary Care Alberta 

Dr. Nadia Salvaterra is an Edmonton-based family physician and Associate Chief Medical Officer with Primary Care Alberta. A former Associate Zone Medical Director and Department Head of Family Medicine with Alberta Health Services, she brings extensive experience from both Alberta and the Northwest Territories. With a Masters in Health Economics from the London School of Economics and LEADS Global certification, Nadia is passionate about advancing access, equity and physician leadership, and serves as faculty for the Physician Leadership Institute.

Dr. Anurag Saxena, MD, M.Ed., MBA, FRCP, FCAP, CHE, CCPE
Professor and Associate Dean, University of Saskatchewan 

Dr. Anurag Saxena, Professor and Associate Dean, PGME, has credentials in coaching, leadership development, analytics, LEAN and EDI. He is engaged in leadership research (with numerous peer-reviewed publications) and leadership development work at local, national and international levels through workshops and courses. He has extensive experience in governance, leadership and management including influencing change, and developing and implementing policy and strategy. Dr. Saxena brings a unique perspective that straddles academic-practitioner boundary in the leadership space.. 

Myles Sergeant, MD, FCFP, P.Eng.
Executive Director, Canadian Coalition of Green Health Care 

Dr. Myles Sergeant, a family physician, has worked with vulnerable populations including individuals experiencing homelessness, addictions and the elderly. He addresses the intersection between environmental issues and health, co- founding Partnerships for Environmental Action by Communities within Healthcare, Trees for Hamilton (charity 2012), and Shelter Health Network (not-for-profit 2005). Myles serves as the Executive Director of the Canadian Coalition for Green Health Care and the Postgraduate Medical Education Lead for Planetary Health at McMaster University. 

Linda Snell, MD, MHPE, FRCPC, MACP, FRCP
Professor of Medicine and Health Sciences Education, McGill University

Dr. Linda Snell, a consultant in general internal medicine, is a clinician educator and education scholar across the education continuum. She has served in numerous education and clinical leadership roles at McGill, nationally and internationally. She was founding developer of the Canadian Leadership Institute in Medical Education and McGill’s Leadership Development Program. Her interests include learning, teaching and assessing the CanMEDS competencies, particularly the Roles of Professional, Leader and Scholar, and leadership in medical education.

Gino Somers, BMedSci, MBBS, PhD, FRCPA
Chief of Pediatric Laboratory Medicine, Hospital for Sick Children 

Dr. Gino Somers has extensive experience in medical leadership and currently serves as President of the International Pediatric Pathology Association. He is an advocate for well-being-centred leadership and is actively seeking solutions to prevent burnout and improve well-being of physicians and learners. He has received both the President’s Award and the Citizenship Award at SickKids for his work in peer support. 

Lyn Sonnenberg, HonBSc, MSc, MD, MEd, FRCPC (Peds, Dev Peds), EMBA - submitter
Director of Strategy and Operations, Equity in Health Systems, University of Alberta

Dr. Lyn Sonnenberg is a neurodevelopmental paediatrician, clinician educator and the co-author of Carefully Chosen Words: Language for Inclusive Care. A Professor Emerita at the University of Alberta, she has held national leadership roles in medical education and health systems, including with the Medical Council of Canada and the RCPSC. Dr. Sonnenberg is a founding member of the Equity in Health Systems Lab, where she works to transform communication, culture and care through equity-informed practices.

Stephen Swensen, MD, MMM
Professor Emeritus, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine; Senior Fellow, Institute for Healthcare Improvement

Dr. Stephen Swensen is a recognized expert, speaker and inter-disciplinary researcher in wellbeing, leadership and organizational development. For 35 years he served patients at the Mayo Clinic as a clinician, scientist, educator, and leader. His most recent book features a blueprint for co-creating ideal work (Mayo Clinic Strategies to Reduce Burnout - 12 Actions to Create the Ideal Workplace). He serves as a Senior Fellow of the Institute for Healthcare Improvement and a Transformational Fellow at The NARBHA Institute.

Angela Tecsun, BScN
Director, Patient Safety and Physician Partnerships, Fraser Health

Angela Tecsun leads physician partnerships and ACS-NSQIP. With nearly two decades in surgical nursing and QI, she co-led the Physician Quality Leaders initiative and helped expand ACS-NSQIP nationally. Angela teaches QI and statistics, developed the PQI Alumni Network and Curriculum, and holds a Master’s in Medical Statistics and a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt. Her award-winning work supports physician leadership and healthcare improvement across Canada.

Martin Wale, MD

Dr. Martin Wale is a UK-trained medical microbiologist and public health doctor, with a background in building successful research partnerships. A career-long innovator, he was recruited to Canada in 2009 to work on hospital-acquired infection and build the research program at Vancouver Island Health Authority. He now runs a consulting and executive coaching business.

Kevin Waskio, MA, MD, CCFP(EM), CCPE
Chief and Program Medical Director for Emergency Medicine, North York General Hospital

Dr. Kevin Wasko is the Chief of Emergency Medicine and Program Medical Director at North York General Hospital. Having completed fellowship training in both clinical quality improvement and public policy, he has a keen interest in health system improvement. Dr. Wasko was the physician co-lead on the Saskatchewan Health System Transition Team in 2017 when the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) was established and later served as Physician Executive for Integrated Rural Health.

Dave Williams, MD,  MSc, FRCP, MBA
Executive Medical Director, Clinical Quality and Patient Safety, Fraser Health

Dr. Dave Williams is the Executive Medical Director of Clinical Quality and Patient Safety at Fraser Health Authority. He is a clinical assistant professor at the University of British Columbia and holds advanced degrees in experimental medicine and business administration. Dr. Williams specializes in pulmonary and sleep medicine and previously worked as an intensivist and Program Medical Director for Fraser Health’s Medicine Program. Trained as a patient safety officer by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement, he has been a national and international surveyor with Accreditation Canada since 2010.

Jennifer Williams, BSc, MD, Chief wellness officer certified

Dr. Jennifer Williams is a practicing gastroenterologist and has held leadership, advocacy, wellness and system transformation roles including Board Director Alberta Medical Association, Deputy Department Chair, Provincial Affairs-Diversity, Wellness, Development, and Physician Associate at Well Doc Alberta.

As faculty with the Canadian Medical Association, she facilitates sessions on leadership for healthcare culture transformation and is an Associate Clinical Professor at the University of British Columbia. She holds additional certifications in psychological safety, quality improvement, PROSCI change management and is Chief Wellness Officer certified from Stanford. Dr. Williams holds additional training in restorative practices and is co-creator of SAFER trauma-informed leadership and Leadership that CARES frameworks.

Emily Wu, Bsc 2026 in BioMed
University of Ottawa

Emily is a fourth-year undergraduate Honours Biomedical Science (Bsc) student at the University of Ottawa. She is passionate about human health and committed to making a positive impact in the community. Emily hopes to pursue a career in medicine and contribute to meaningful innovations that enhance healthcare delivery and improve patient well-being.