DFM Research Fund

Since 2008, the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) at McMaster University has funded research projects in primary care, palliative care and medical education. The purpose of this funding opportunity is to foster a culture of inquiry through research that is relevant to primary care, and to build research capacity in individuals and the department. This year, the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) at McMaster University will fund up to 10 projects with awards of $5,000 to $10,000 each over two years.

Application Documents and Information – Primary Care, Palliative Care, Medical Education, Knowledge Translation

New investigators can apply for enhanced support with their project proposal through a mentorship program. Successful applicants will join an ongoing community of practice for support and advice throughout their project.

The call for applications is closed. Please check back in the fall of 2026 for application details.

Progress Reports

Recipients 2026

Investigators Project Title
Primary care grants
Brooke Hoffman (Co-PI), Katharine Martin (Co-PI), Amie Davis, Morgan Black, Suzanne Turner The Development and Implementation of a Local Practice Guideline for Diagnosis and Management of Iron Deficiency Anemia in Pregnancy
Marck Mercado (PI), Karim Et-tahiry, Jahan Zeb, Lita Cameron, Bianca Ziegler Language as a Bridge, Not a Barrier: Perspectives of Patients and Practitioners on Use of Professional Interpretation Services in Academic Primary Care Clinics
Andrea Chittle (PI), Laura Erdman, Suzanne Turner, Meredith Vanstone Family physicians’ experiences with syphilis screening, diagnosis and management: A qualitative analysis
Delana Thompson (PI), Eden VanDevanter, Lux Li A Pilot and Feasibility Longitudinal Observational Study on the Effects of Adding Micronized Progesterone to Feminizing Gender-Affirming Hormone Therapy
Karenna’onwe (Karen) Hill (PI), Kahontiyoha McQueen A Scoping Review of Indigenous Health Attributes
Lita Cameron (PI), Lynda Redwood-Campbell, Ichsan Ichsan, Isti Fujiati Strengthening Primary Care Readiness for Cardiovascular Disease Prevention: A Pilot Study Using Prolanis Data and Puskesmas Capacity Mapping in Aceh and North Sumatra
Palliative care grant
Jessica Ashbourne (Co-PI), Marrison Marwood (Co-PI), Shailee Siddhpuria, Ashlinder Gill, Sarah Romeril, Alison Flanagan Connecting the Dot(s) from LTC to PCOT: A needs assessment of specialist palliative consult support for long-term care homes in the Greater Hamilton Health Network
Medical education grant
Jonel Miklea (PI), Neha Arora, Francine Gaillour Exploring the Impact of Early Values-Based Coaching on Medical Students’ Career Decision-Making and Well-Being

 

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