Amy McPherson, PhD
Research
Research Focus:
Dr. Amy McPherson's program of research focuses upon health and wellness promotion in children with long-term conditions and disabilities. As director of the ProFILE Lab (Promoting a Future of Inclusive Healthy Lifestyles for Everyone), she has a particular interest in the use of strengths-based interventions to promote healthy lifestyles, and weight-related communication best practices.
Research/Trainee/Volunteer Opportunities:
Please contact Dr. Amy McPherson to discuss graduate students and post-doctorate fellows opportunities.
Please visit the ProFILE Lab's Work With Us for more information about available opportunities.
Education & Profession
Education:
- Ph.D. Health Psychology, University of Nottingham, UK
- BSc. (Hons) Cognitive Science, University of Westminster, UK
Professional Memberships:
- Chartered Health Psychologist, British Psychological Society (Division of Health Psychology)
University Positions / Affiliations:
- Assistant Professor, Dalla Lana School of Public Health, University of Toronto
- Associate Member, Graduate Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, University of Toronto
Current Projects
CATCH Study
Promoting Healthy Weights to Support Respiratory Function in Children with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
Transitions
- Optimizing life success through residential immersive life skills programs for youth with disabilities
- Outcome Evaluation of a Pediatric to Adult Health Care Transition Model for Youth with Spina Bifida: Phase 2
Publications
Click to see Dr. McPherson's Publications at the ProFILE Lab.
Contact Info
Contact Information:
Bloorview Research Institute
Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital
150 Kilgour Road Toronto, Ontario M4G 1R8
Tel: 416-425-6220, extension 6378
Contact Email:
amcpherson@hollandbloorview.ca
Media Expertise
healthy lifestyles, weight-related communications, sexuality in healthcare
