Clinical Innovation Initiative
Creating a better model for better care
About Us
The aim of the Libin Cardiovascular Institute is to ensure patients have the best care possible.
The Clinical Innovation Initiative supports and engages our health care providers to help them deliver optimal care for their patients. We do this by helping our clinical members integrate the latest scientific evidence and medical protocols into their practices and by inspiring them to take part in research and innovation activities.
Our Initiatives
The Libin Cardiovascular Institute is committed to enhancing clinical and research activities by promoting and fostering collaboration. The Clinical Innovation Initiative brings together clinicians and investigators with common interests to facilitate cross-disciplinary research and to enhance patient care.
Our Libin groups explore minimally invasive cardiac surgery, arrhythmias, aortic conditions, heart failure and mechanical circulatory support, nuclear cardiology, cardiology, amyloidosis, cardio-oncology, and adult congenital conditions.
Clinical research is key to improving patient experiences and outcomes. Our initiative connects physicians with experienced researchers to strengthen academic knowledge and leadership potential within our clinical membership. We are achieving this in two ways: through an academic mentorship program, which includes a grant competition; and through a leadership development program.
Medicine is a fast-paced and ever-changing field. Led by Dr. Vikas Kuriachan, this program supports our clinical members. We do this through an informal peer support group, which allows our clinicians to connect and share ideas. We also provide extra support when needed with things like providing wellness packages to those in COVID-19 quarantine.
This collaboration... is a win for the patients. It’s also a win for clinicians as it will act as a springboard for research and quality improvement
Dr. Michelle Keir, MD
Member, Calgary Aortic Program
Our Team
Dr. Paul Fedak, MD, PhD - Director
Dr. Paul Fedak is a cardiac surgeon, researcher and educator who is internationally recognized for his commitment to new surgical therapies for patients with advanced heart disease. Fedak directs the Marlene and Don Campbell Family Cardiac Research Laboratory at the Cumming School of Medicine. His research interest is in developing novel ways to treat cardiovascular disease.
Contact: pwfedak@ucalgary.ca
Christina Faulkner - Senior Manager Clinical Innovation and Women's Cardiovascular Clinic
The manager of clinical innovation, technology, transformation and education connects clinicians and researchers to bolster the academic medicine mandate of the Institute and enhance transdisciplinary collaboration.
Contact: cfaulkne@ucalgary.ca
Samantha Morahan - Clinical Engagement Specialist
Samantha is a dedicated liaison to the Department of Cardiac Sciences, guiding clinical members in fostering collaborations and advancing impactful initiatives. She leads the planning and execution of the Clinical Innovation Initiatives such as Heart Failure, the Calgary Aortic Program, Minimally Invasive Cardiac Surgery, and Cardio-Oncology. She welcomes clinical members to connect for any inquiries or suggestions they might have.
Contact: samantha.morahan@ucalgary.ca