Meet the isti scholars
Claire Seaton
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Dr. Claire Seaton is a hospitalist general pediatrician at B.C. Children’s Hospital (BCCH), Pediatrician within the BCCH Asthma Clinic, Program Director for the Pediatric Hospital Medicine Fellowship Program and Clinical Assistant Professor at the University of British Columbia (UBC). Her clinical work and research interests have intersected to focus on Knowledge Translation, Quality Improvement and Education, particularly in the area of acute respiratory illnesses in children. She’s excited to be joining the SFU-UBC Implementation Science Training initiative and hopes to focus on improving care for children with conditions such as bronchiolitis and asthma.
Read more about Claire's experience as a SFU-UBC Implementation Science Scholar:
Can you tell us a little bit about your implementation science research project?
An acute asthma attack in a child can be a frightening and potentially life-threatening event. While prevention is key, successful outcomes require implementing robust, community-based primary care networks in collaboration with specialized asthma clinics. In Vancouver, we are working closely with local partners to design and implement a preventive care pathway for children with asthma, rooted in evidence-based practices and tailored to community needs.
What motivated you to join the Implementation Science Training Initiative, and how has the program impacted your research (or career path) so far?
I was motivated to join the Implementation Science Training Initiative (ISTI) to gain mentorship from leading experts and develop the practical skills needed to move my ideas from theory to real-world application.
What has been the most valuable part of the program for you, whether in terms of collaboration, learning, or applying what you’ve learned?
The best part of the program has been the diverse group of experts and scholars. Learning directly from individuals across various disciplines has not only broadened my perspective but also provided invaluable insights into the process of implementing and scaling up effective solutions in healthcare—and it’s been an enjoyable experience too!"