Description
Her research interests are in developing, implementing and evaluating innovative tools and strategies to improve diabetes and other cardiovascular risk factors in the community. Her multi-method research program includes epidemiology (i.e., the use of large clinical and administrative data sources), health services research, and pragmatic clinical trials. Her award-winning program of work importantly engages and is informed by people (i.e., patient partners), health care providers and decision makers. She has received funding from the CIHR, Diabetes Canada, and the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada.
Dr. Butalia is also a co-author of several national guidelines in diabetes and high blood pressure (i.e. hypertension) and has contributed to several textbooks. She also teaches at the University of Calgary’s medical school, supervises trainees, and was awarded a Gold Star Resident Teaching Award for her contributions. She is the recipient of a Diabetes Canada New Investigator Award.
