JOHNSON LAB
ANA JOHNSON
Principal Investigator
Dr. Johnson received her undergraduate training in economics from Nottingham University in England, and her Master's in Economics from the University of Houston. She completed a PhD in Health Economics/Health Services Research from the University of Texas Health Science Centre, School of Public Health, in Houston. Subsequently she worked as Assistant Professor at the Centre for AIDS Intervention Research, Medical College of Wisconsin, Milwaukee, Wisconsin. She then went to McMaster University, where she obtained a CIHR Career Award. Dr. Johnson went to Queen's University as Canada Research Chair in Health Policy. She is the former site Director of the Institute for Clinical Evaluative Sciences (ICES) Queen's Health Services Research Facility, and is a Professor in the Department of Public Health Sciences.
SAGE NAKAGAWA
PhD, Health Economic focus
Educational Background: BA Economics/Biology, University of California, Davis; MSc Health Administration, California State University, Long Beach; MBA, Syracuse University
Supervisor: Ana Johnson
Thesis Advisory Committee: Bradley Stoner, Colleen Davison
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ELIZABETH HORE
PhD, Epidemiology
I am researching frailty in relation to patient costs, resource utilization and mortality after cardiac surgery. I'm currently creating a population-level frailty assessment tool that can be applied to large patient datasets. I also aim to ask doctors, patients and hospital administrators how this tool could be useful in the clinic. In my spare time, I enjoy playing softball, singing and laughing with friends.
DEVON OSTROM
PhD, Culture / Interdisciplinary
Devon co-leads research on the creative, sensory and physical accessibility of public spaces. Past health research topics include art in acute psychiatric faculties, market scans and materials science. Devon holds a Masters of Public Administration from the London School of Economics and an MA in Curating from Goldsmiths. Past art, teaching, curating and advocacy projects can be found at: http://www.ostrom.ca
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TRISTAN DERRY
MSc, Epidemiology
My thesis is on the quantitative evaluation of the medication adherence project. I will be assessing how an online pharmacy impacts medication adherence and clinical outcomes in people with type 2 diabetes and/or hypertension, who take multiple medications. I will also be assisting with the economic and qualitative components. In addition, I have been involved with the GONA evaluation. In my free time I love to garden. Some other hobbies include volleyball, cooking, and tennis.
CHRISTOPHER RUSSELL
PhD, Epidemiology
Throughout my undergraduate and graduate degrees I have developed a strong interest in the public health sciences. My current research will be focused on the potential economic and mental health benefits of art-related interventions within a prison setting. In my free time I enjoy rock climbing and finding new music to listen to.
MEL DUBE
PhD(c), Health Quality
Educational Background: Bsc Specialist Practice- Critical Care (Univeristy of the West of England), Master in Innovation Management Innovation & Entrepreneurship (Queen's University) Supervisor: Ana Johnson Thesis Advisory Committee: Paul Bowie, Catherine Donnelly Thesis focus: my areas of interest is agile policy and addressing/closing the gap between work as done vs work as imagined (policy). Hobbies: Competitive road cyclist, playing team sports (hockey, soccer) and running.
CHRISTIANNE GODARD​
Master of Public Health
I am a Nurse Practitioner (NP) in Primary Health Care. I returned to Graduate studies to study Public Health Sciences, specifically to pursue greater knowledge of health research methods, health policy and improved application of evidence-based decision making. I am interested in all aspects of Primary Health Care delivery, program planning and evaluation, quality improvement, and health Human Resources. I currently work at CFB Kingston serving the members of the Canadian Forces as a civilian NP. I am a peer advisor to my colleagues through the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO), Quality Assurance Program. I also work casually for a virtual care platform delivering primary care.
SARAH RABI
Completed MSc in Community Health Sciences (at the University of Calgary)
I am an MSc student with an avid interest in all things person-centered care. This has led to my participation in multiple different research projects at Queen's University and the University of Calgary. I received my BSc Honours degree in Life Sciences at Queen’s University in June 2022 under the supervision of Dr. Johnson. Despite moving back to Calgary for graduate school, I continue to work with Dr. Johnson and the Native American Health Centre in Oakland, CA to promote the importance of providing culturally safe health care.
MONISH AHLUWALIA
Diagnostic Radiology Resident
Hello! I completed an HBSc in Integrated Sciences at McMaster and MD/MSc at the University of Toronto, and I have the honour of working at Kingston Health Sciences Centre as a radiology resident and as a research student with the Johnson Lab. In healthcare, we often don’t consider the economic aspect of the Triple Aim of health systems nor the true societal value an intervention provides for patients. With Dr. Johnson and the rest of the lab, I hope to combine my medicine and economics knowledge to attack big problems in Canadian health systems. In my free time, I play the bass guitar, run, take photos, and bake mango yoghurt mousse cakes.
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SANKET SATHIYA
MBBS (MD); Heathcare Administration (HCA); MPH
I am currently engaged in my MPH (Queen's University) practicum at KFL&A Public Health's Substance Use Health and Mental Wellbeing department, focusing on the Decriminalization project. With an MBBS degree from India, equivalent to an MD in Canada, I practiced medicine for 2.5 years in my home country. I hold a Healthcare Administration degree from St. Lawrence College in Kingston. Outside of my professional endeavors, I volunteer at CNIB (Canadian National Institute for the Blind) as research assistant and recently collaborated with Dr. Ana Johnson on the economic evaluation of the CTS (Consumption & Treatment Services) program in Kingston."
CARMELA RAPINO
Completed Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
I have a passion for public health, assessing health policy with an equity lens, and understanding how the social determinants of health impact the populations health. I am currently assisting Dr. Johnson’s lab with the Health Links project. In my free time I enjoy dancing, spending time with family and friends, and listening to music.
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DANIELLA MERAW
Undergraduate Life Sciences Student
I have developed an interest in Public Health Sciences throughout my undergraduate degree, with a special focus on rural populations. I have been working in Dr. Johnson's lab for some time, helping out on a variety of projects, so I am thrilled to begin my independent thesis project under her supervision! In my spare time, I enjoy cooking, dancing, and being in the outdoors!
ABBEY MCCREERY
Completed Undergraduate Life Sciences Student
Throughout my undergraduate degree I have developed a passion for public health science and epidemiology. I will be joining Dr. Johnson’s lab for a 499 thesis project to further pursue my interests in health policy. I also enjoy baking, figure skating and working with youth organizations in my free time.
SINAN KAKA
Completed Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
I am currently assisting Dr. Johnson’s lab with various projects. My research interests include public health, such as epidemiology and looking at cost-benefit analysis to help determine the best preventative approaches or treatments for different health conditions. I also really like bioethics! Some of my hobbies include swimming, hiking, and travelling.
HANNAH MCGREGOR
Completed Undergraduate Life Sciences Student
I am currently assisting in Dr. Johnson's lab with various projects. My research interests included public health, economics, as well as resource allocation. Some of my hobbies include reading, listening to music, and baking.
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RUBY GORE
Undergraduate Life Sciences Student
This year I’m working on my EPID 499 thesis project with Dr. Johnson. I want to understand how socioeconomic factors impact healthcare access and delivery to individuals and communities. I am passionate about applying health research to directly improve patient experience and clinical outcomes. In my free time I enjoy spending time outside hiking and backcountry canoeing, going to spin classes and hanging out with my dog.
JULIA WAGNER
Undergraduate Life Sciences Student
I will be completing my 499-epidemiology thesis project with Dr. Johnson this year within the Drug Development and Human Toxicology Subplan. Guided by Dr. Johnson, I am eager to focus on the intersection of economics and health policy as well as explore my passion for public health in practical settings. Outside of school, I enjoy hiking with my dog, cycling, and baking.
CLAIRE LEE
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
I am currently assisting Dr. Johnson's Lab with various projects, with a focus on the Health Links project. Alongside, I oversee Dr. Johnson's creative and digital presence. I am passionate about public health, economic evaluation, assessing health policies, patient-centered care, and exploring social determinants of health. In my free time I enjoy running, lifting weights, trying new restaurants/foods, and spending time with friends and family!
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MANAL RANA
Undergraduate Life Sciences Student
I am currently assisting in Dr. Johnson's lab with various research projects. My research interests include healthy policy and exploring cost-effective, innovative solutions to address disparities in healthcare access and outcomes. In my free time, I enjoy travelling and spending time with family and friends!
BAHAR ARIA
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
I am assisting in Dr. Johnson's lab, and I am interested to learn more about various aspects of public health sciences and epidemiology. In my free time I enjoy reading and spending time with my family.
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SOHA KAR
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
I am currently assisting Dr. Ana Johnson and her students in various projects related to Public Health. I am especially interested in research evaluating the effectiveness of health care programs and further analyzing how social determinants of health can be studied to improve patient-centered care. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies, working out and playing with my birds.
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MADHUREEMA BALASUBRAMANI RUPA
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
I am currently assisting with different projects in Dr. Johnson's lab and take pleasure in supporting and learning from the highly skilled and knowledgeable members of our team, on topics of revolving around policy making, political involvement in healthcare systems, and public health at various levels. Recently I helped with Anna Hallberg's comparative pilot study on Healthcare governance in Canada and Sweden. In my free time, I love to choreograph and dance Bharatnatyam (Indian Classical dance form), bake and spend time with my family and friends.
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SHELI TONKONOGI
Undergraduate Life Sciences Student
I am volunteering in Dr. Johnson's Lab as I am interested in learning more about different aspects of public health and health policy. In my free time, I enjoy reading and spending time with my friends and family.
TULASSI VIJE
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
I am currently assisting with projects in Dr. Johnson's Lab and am particularly interested in health policy and evaluating various healthcare programs and services. My other research interests include psychedelic therapy, pediatric care, and novel neurodegenerative disease treatments. During my free time, I enjoy reading, playing instruments, and travelling!
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GIULIANA ZAMBITO
Undergraduate Life Sciences Student
As an undergraduate volunteer at the Johnson Lab, I have a genuine interest in health equity, social determinants of health, and the intricacies of healthcare systems. Since joining, I have had the privilege of contributing to several projects aligned with my passions. I am eager to continue supporting Dr. Johnson and the esteemed lab members in their valuable research efforts.
ARMAAN JAFFER
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
The sociology and economics of healthcare fascinate me, and I'm really excited to be contributing to the Johnson Group. I'm looking forward to evaluating how we can optimize treatment delivery, and, consequently, improve access to and quality of care.
NIMA NEZHADI
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
I am assisting in Dr. Johnson’s lab with a particular interest in health policy and resource management. I believe in a holistic approach to health that addresses the social determinants. I enjoy snowboarding and coaching soccer!
GANESH RAMANATHAN
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
I am currently assisting Dr. Johnson's lab with numerous projects. I have developed a passion for public health research because it is critical to creating patient-centered care with better outcomes. My research interests include the health links project and economically evaluating postoperative pain management programs in Rwanda. In my free time, I love to cycle, travel, and play sports like soccer and cricket!
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JOEY QIAO
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
I am currently volunteering in Dr. Johnson's lab with an interest in learning more about the world of public health policy and how research relating to this field is conducted. In my free time, I enjoy playing the guitar and playing chess.
HUSNA KHELLAH
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
Passionate about the study of the human body with interests in epidemiology, health policy, public/global health, and the influence of social determinants on population health. I am dedicated to providing effective solutions for patients to help them live fulfilling lives. In my free time, I enjoy traveling, swimming, and playing basketball.
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RAVETTA RAVICHANDRAN
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
I began volunteering in Dr. Johnson's lab because I was interested in public health and the older adult population. I enjoy reading, crocheting, and playing recreational sports in my free time.
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KIMBERLY SONG
Undergraduate Health Sciences Student
As part of the lab, I am involved in the qualitative side of the Health Links project. I have a keen interest in finding efficient and accessible solutions to address gaps in the healthcare system caused by influencing social determinants. In my spare time, I thoroughly enjoy swimming, playing piano, and listening to music!