The Team

WOAHSHEN

Sub-Committees

  • The Human Health Resources Subcommittee focuses on addressing workforce challenges within academic health sciences and hospitals. This includes strategies for recruitment, retention, and development of healthcare professionals, ensuring a sustainable and well-supported workforce. The subcommittee also explores innovative approaches to training and education to meet the evolving needs of the healthcare sector.

  • The Infection Prevention and Control Subcommittee is dedicated to enhancing best practices in infection prevention across academic and healthcare institutions. This includes developing and sharing protocols, implementing evidence-based strategies, and fostering collaboration to minimize the risk of healthcare-associated infections. The subcommittee also plays a key role in ensuring learners and staff are equipped with the latest knowledge and resources to maintain a safe environment.

  • The Occupational Health and Safety Subcommittee is committed to promoting the well-being of healthcare workers and learners by identifying and mitigating workplace hazards. This includes addressing physical, psychological, and ergonomic risks, ensuring compliance with health and safety regulations, and fostering a culture of safety in healthcare and academic settings.

  • The Learner Onboarding Subcommittee focuses on streamlining the integration of students and trainees into healthcare environments. This includes standardizing onboarding processes, improving access to essential training and resources, and enhancing the overall learner experience. The subcommittee aims to create a seamless transition for learners while ensuring they are well-prepared to contribute effectively in their respective roles.

Responsibilities of Co-Chairs: WOAHSHEN Co-Chairs will act as main contact points, organize meetings, and coordinate other activities as needed.

Co-Chairs

Anne Bialachowski

Infection Prevention and Control

Adam Palmer

Occupational Health and Safety

Azim Gangji

Learner Onboarding/ Professionalism and Learning Environments

Seema Sharma

Occupational Health and Safety

Nelly Javanrouh

Learner Onboarding

Wendy Lawson

Professionalism and Learning Environment

Joanna Pierazzo

Health Human Resources

Robert Whyte

Professionalism and Learning Environments

Leslie Gillies

Health Human Resources

Patricia Hartnet

Infection Prevention and Control