Research

Our research aims to establish best evidence-based practices in providing comprehensive treatment of musculoskeletal conditions from childhood through adulthood.

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The Division of Orthopaedic Surgery Research Team is comprised of several clinical practice units, which include the Orthopaedic oncology, adult reconstruction, upper extremity, joint preservation, trauma, foot and ankle, and spine experts. Our strong collaborative nature with the Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario, the University of Ottawa Biomechanics Laboratory, the Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology, and Immunology at the Faculty of Medicine, and the Department of Mechanical Engineering at Carleton University continues to provide a strong driving force for quality research output. The majority of our research efforts have been supported by industry, peer-reviewed grants, and The Ottawa Hospital. Our clinical trials range from local principal investigator initiated to international multi-centre studies.

Dr. George Grammatopoulos, MBBS DPhil Oxon MRCS FRCS
Director of Research

Mission Statement

Our mission is to improve the quality of life and mobility of Canadians of all ages through a better understanding of the function and deterioration of the musculoskeletal system, with a focus on joint, bone and connective tissue preservation, restoration and rehabilitation.

Resource Highlight

This resource provides a comprehensive overview of our Musculoskeletal Research Program.

Group photo of the research staff from the General, Civic, CHEO, and the PJI Lab. From left: Al Mosuli, McIlquham, Thorne, Chambers, Dufresne, Costa, Taha, Vaishnav, Leclerc, Cowan, Ghaziasgar, Livock, Liu (March 2026).

Research Associates

Andrew Speirs, PhD

Bio

Daniel Coutu, PhD

University of Ottawa and The Ottawa Hospital

Bio

Guy Trudel, MD MSC FRCPC

University of Ottawa

Bio

Research Staff

Latest Research News

You’re invited: Alumni Update

We are excited to announce our 4th annual Ottawa Orthopedics Alumni Update is taking place on Saturday, May 16th, 2026. […]

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4th Annual Ottawa Musculoskeletal Research Symposium was held on October 10, 2025 at the Canadian Museum of Nature

The symposium had representation from the OHRI, The Ottawa Hospital, CHEO, Ontario Veterinary College, Carleton University and the University of […]

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3rd annual Ottawa  Musculoskeletal Research Symposium was held at the Canadian Museum of Nature on October 11, 2024

A variety of research was presented with representation from the OHRI, Carleton University and the University of Ottawa.  The invited […]

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