The Ben and Hilda Katz Interprofessional Research Centre in Geriatric and Dementia Care brings together experts from multiple disciplines to turn research into real-world solutions for older adults and their families. The goals of the centre are to: 

• Build capacity for interprofessional research at Baycrest 

• Promote scholarly activity among Baycrest clinicians 

• Embed interprofessional research into clinical practice 

The centre is led by Dr. Nicole Anderson, Clinical Neuropsychologist and Senior Scientist at the Rotman Research Institute (RRI) and Dr. Amanda Grenier, RRI Senior Scientist and the Norman and Honey Schipper Chair in Gerontological Social Work. It is dedicated to advancing care through collaboration and evidence-based practice. From pioneering new approaches to cognitive health and fall prevention to strengthening social connections and everyday well-being, the centre’s work is transforming the experience of aging. 

Affiliated investigators  

Meaghan Adams, PT, PhD
Manager, Simulation and Virtual Learning, Centre for Education and Knowledge Translation in Aging, Baycrest Academy for Research and Education

Faith D. Boutcher RN, MSc., PhD
Interim Vice President, Education Baycrest Academy for Research and Education

Carey Burleigh MSW, RSW
Interprofessional Educator, Ontario Centres for Learning, Research and Innovation in Long-Term Care, Baycrest

David Conn, MB, FRCPC
Staff Psychiatrist, Baycrest 

Shoshana Helfenbaum, MSW, RSW 
Interprofessional Educator, Ontario Centres for Learning, Research and Innovation in Long-Term Care, Baycrest

Galit Kliener, MDCM, FRCPC
Neurologist, Movement Disorders and Spasticity Management Clinic, Baycrest

Raquel M. Meyer, PhD, RN
Program Director, Ontario Centres for Learning, Research and Innovation in Long-Term Care, Baycrest

Gary Naglie, MD, FRCPC, FGSA
Vice President, Medical Services and Chief of Staff, Department of Medicine, Baycrest