Research
At Lakeridge Health, research is at the core of our mission to enhance lives and advance patient care. With over 140 active studies across more than 20 programs, many of which are clinical trials, our research department supports a dynamic and expanding portfolio that spans both clinical and non-clinical initiatives. We take pride in contributing to both academic and industry-sponsored research while also nurturing home-grown, investigator-led projects. Our work helps generate new knowledge, expand treatment options, and drive improvements to healthcare delivery, both locally and beyond. Whether you're a patient, potential collaborator, or sponsor, we invite you to explore how our research is making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve.
Areas of Focus
Research at Lakeridge Health is organized into three major categories:
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Clinical Research
This area focuses on understanding health and disease in individuals to improve prevention, diagnosis, and management of various conditions. It includes observational studies, registries, and research examining health outcomes and quality of life.
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Clinical Trials
Clinical trials are carefully designed studies that test the safety and effectiveness of new treatments, therapies, or medical devices. Most of our active studies fall into this category, offering patients access to innovative care options.
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Quality Improvement and Program Evaluation
These studies explore how healthcare is delivered and experienced, analyzing systems, processes, and outcomes to enhance quality, access, and equity across our services.
Our Areas of Research
At Lakeridge Health, our research spans a wide range of disciplines, reflecting the diverse health needs of our community.
Key areas of focus include:
- Digital Health & Data Innovation
- Emergency Medicine
- Geriatrics
- Infectious Diseases
- Intensive Care
- Mental Health & Addictions
- Nephrology (Kidney)
- Neurology
- Oncology (Cancer)
- Breast, Colon, Gastrointestinal (GI), Kidney, Lung, Prostate
- Hematology
- Radiation Therapy
- Orthopedics
- Paramedicine
- Pediatrics
Contact Us
Research Office
1 Hospital Court
Oshawa, ON
L1G 2B9
REB@lh.ca (for Research Ethics Board inquiries)