Dr. Andrew Costa named Canada Research Chair in Integrated Care for Seniors
Dr. Andrew Costa was named Canada Research Chair in Integrated Care for Seniors (Tier 2) on March 13, 2024.
“Designing a health system that supports healthy aging is one of the defining policy issues of our time,” said Dr. Costa, Scientific Director of the St. Joseph’s Health System Centre for Integrated Care.
“This funding will propel our research teams forward to translate big data into more integrated care, evidence-informed policy actions, and healthier, connected communities that support our elders.”
Dr. Costa’s research promotes evidence-based care and policy for seniors. He’s also an associate professor in McMaster’s department of Health Research Methods, Evidence and Impact. Using health information and technology, Dr. Costa is leading and investigating integrated care programs to improve older adults’ health and well-being.