In Our VoICES

In Our VoICES is an ICES podcast that takes you beyond the data to meet the people – and hear the stories – that help shape health and healthcare, for all of us.

In Our VoICES is a science podcast hosted by ICES, with 21 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

ICES hosts In Our VoICES, a science show with 21 episodes published.

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  Episode #19

  The Value of Data in Dementia Care with Dr. Susan Bronskill and Christina Stergiou-Dayment

  Jul 29, 202645 min

  How can data and community partners work together to shape the future of dementia care? In this episode of In Our VoICES, ICES’ Dr. Susan Bronskill and the Alzheimer Society of Ontario’s Christina Stergiou-Dayment discuss how partnerships, data analytics, and community-based data are improving support for people living with dementia and their care partners while informing the future of dementia care across Ontario and Canada. Susan E. Bronskill , PhD is interim Chief Science Officer and a Senior Scientist at ICES where she leads the Life Stage Research Program. She is also a Professor in the Institute of Health Policy, Management & Evaluation at the Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto. Dr. Bronskill is a national expert in health services research using administrative databases with a focus on older adults, pharmacoepidemiology and neurodegenerative diseases. In collaboration with policymakers and health system stakeholders, she studies transitions between health care sectors and focusses on improving quality of care, medication use, health services utilization and health care outcomes — particularly in people living with dementia from Alzheimer’s disease or other causes. Christina Stergiou-Dayment is the Chief, Programs & Clinical Operations Officer with the Alzheimer Society of Ontario and is a Healthcare Professional with experience working across community, hospital, and long-term care sectors. Christina’s key areas of focus include healthcare management, program planning, partner engagement, and evaluation. Most importantly, Christina is dedicated to promoting client-centred approaches to care with improved health outcomes and increased quality of life. Resources Alzheimer Society of Ontario ICES | Applied Health Research Questions | AHRQ ICES | Health system utilization and outcomes for clients of the Alzheimer Society First Link Care Navigation ICES | Dementia prevalence by FSA in Ontario ICES | Profile of community-dwelling older adults with dementia in Ontario LHIN regions, 2007-2017 EPISODE CREDITS: Produced, edited and mixed by Will Mcintyre, Richard Villeneuve and Pop Up Podcasting Artwork designed by Stella-Luna Ha Music licensed through Melodie Music LINKS: Be sure to follow and tag ICES on Facebook , Instagram and LinkedIn . To find out more about our organization, visit us at ices.on.ca

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  Episode #18

  What the Data Really Says About ADHD in Pregnancy with Dr. Jonathan Zipursky

  May 27, 202615 minS0

  <p>What does the latest data say about ADHD and pregnancy, and how should those findings be understood without stigma or fear? In this episode, Dr. Jonathan Zipursky discusses why supportive, personalized care and informed decision-making are key for people navigating pregnancy with ADHD. This episode is a shorter, refreshed take as we try out a new format that zooms in on a single study, giving us the chance to explore it in more depth while still delivering the key insights in a quick, focused way. Let us know what you think! </p> <p>More than 90% of pregnant individuals will u...

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  Episode #17

  Beyond Genetics: Understanding Hereditary Cancer with Dr. Raymond Kim, Tamara Braid, and Katie Lark

  Apr 22, 202640 minS0

  <p>How can linked genetic and health data transform cancer research? In this episode, we explore how the Ontario Hereditary Cancer Research Network (OHCRN) works with patients and researchers to improve prevention and care, and how linking with ICES data supports a better understanding of hereditary cancers across Ontario. </p> <p>Dr. Raymond Kim is a Medical Geneticist and hereditary cancer syndrome researcher.  He is the Medical Director of Cancer Early Detection at the Princess Margaret, University Health Network, and a staff physician at Mount Sinai Hospital and the Hospital for Sick Children. Dr. Kim’s research employs technologies like cell...

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  Episode #16

  More Than a Prescription: Building Community for Better Care with Dr. Kate Mulligan and Liv Mendelsohn

  Mar 26, 202639 minS0

  <p>How is social prescribing reshaping modern healthcare—and what could it mean for patients and caregivers? In this episode Dr. Kate Mulligan and Liv Mendelsohn discuss what social prescribing is, its impact on health care, and the need for investment and policy change to embed the practice in care systems. </p> <p>Dr. Kate Mulligan is an award-winning health geographer, implementation scientist, and policy advisor who helps to grow systems that strengthen community and neighbourhood leadership for health, equity, and resilience around the world. She is Canada's 2025-2026 Commonwealth Fund Harkness Fellow in Healthcare Policy and Practice with Stanford Uni...

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  Episode #15

  The Palliative Care Revolution with Dr. Hsien Seow and Sheli O’Connor

  Feb 25, 202640 minS0

  <p>What if reframing palliative care as an early, community‑rooted approach could transform how Canadians navigate serious illness? In this episode Dr. Hsien Seow and Sheli O’Connor discuss how education, public engagement, and patient‑centered care can reduce stigma and ensure more compassionate support for patients and families.</p> <p>Dr. Hsien Seow is the Canada Research Chair in Palliative Care and Health System Innovation and a Professor in the Department of Oncology at McMaster University. He is an ICES scientist who publishes health care research focused on palliative care and serious illness. He is the cohost of the Wa...

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