Leanne van der Zweep

My CHEO Story

I have two boys, both of whom are connected to CHEO. My 12 year old son is on the autism spectrum, and my 10 year old has a rare growth (genetic) condition called Russell Silver Syndrome. Over the years, we have found our way to many different departments and clinics, and have had numerous inpatient stays. My younger son even used to call CHEO “his hospital” because he spent so much time at the hospital. CHEO has been a major part of our family’s journey.

Areas of Interest

  • Genetics
  • Rare Disease
  • Eating Disorders
  • Neonatal Intensive Care

Why I'm involved

I would like to share my experience by contributing to the development of important research. My background as a research analysis and developmental psychologist affords me many tools for evaluating research, but I am most looking forward to contributing as a family member /patient advocate.

My Role

  • Reviewer: Fall Research Growth Awards- 2021
  • Reviewer: QITI Awards- 2021
  • Trainee Award Reviewer 2022

Milestones

Research Projects

  1. A pediatric virtual care evaluation framework and its evolution using consensus methods

    17/08/2023

    The use of virtual care has increased dramatically in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, yet evidence is lacking regarding the impact of virtual care on patient outcomes, particularly in pediatrics. A standardized evaluation approach is required to support the integration of virtual care into pediatric health care delivery programs. The objective of this work was to develop a comprehensive and structured framework for pediatric virtual care evaluation. This framework is intended to engage and guide care providers, health centres, and stakeholders towards the development of a standardized approach to the evaluation of pediatric virtual care.