About CAN-RESTORE
The Canadian Network for Rehabilitation and Exercise for Solid Organ Transplant Optimal Recovery
What do we do?
Welcome to CAN-RESTORE, a dynamic network dedicated to achieving optimal health and well-being for transplant candidates and recipients through physical fitness and rehabilitation. CAN-RESTORE harnesses international collaboration, interdisciplinary expertise, and leadership in exercise and rehabilitation.
Our initiatives are clear:
1. Disseminating evidence-based knowledge
We are committed to disseminating evidence-based information on physical fitness and rehabilitation tailored to the unique needs of transplant candidates and recipients. Through collaborative research and knowledge exchange, we ensure that the latest advancements in exercise and rehabilitation are accessible to healthcare professionals and patients alike.
2. Building healthcare capacity
We endeavor to build capacity within the healthcare system for the delivery of evidence-based exercise and rehabilitation programs for transplant candidates and recipients. By providing training, resources, and support, we empower healthcare providers to integrate exercise and physical activity into the care plans of transplant patients.
3. Empowering transplant recipients
We empower transplant candidates and recipients to prioritize their health and well-being through physical fitness. Through education, advocacy, and community engagement, we strive to equip individuals with the knowledge and resources they need to lead active and fulfilling lives after transplant.
Our team
Tania Janaudis-Ferreira
Dr. Tania Janaudis-Ferreira is an Associate Professor at the School of Physical and Occupational Therapy at McGill University. Her research focuses on improving rehabilitation outcomes and care of people with chronic lung disease and transplant patients. As a co-founder of CAN-RESTORE and a researcher, she is committed to advancing rehabilitation research and practices to support transplant recipients on their journey to recovery and improved quality of life.
Sunita Mathur
Sunita Mathur is co-founder and co-lead of CAN-RESTORE. She is a physiotherapist and Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Therapy at Queen’s University. Her research focuses on understanding changes in muscle in solid organ transplant candidates and recipients, and improving physical activity throughout the transplant journey. Sunita is passionate about empowering transplant recipients to achieve better health outcomes and overall well-being.
Steering committee members
