MEDICAL INNOVATORS’ CHALLENGE, COMMUNITY IMPACT AWARD FINALISTS

Community Impact Award Finalists

New this year, two teams will vie for a $100,000 Community Impact Award to accelerate access to care beyond our hospital walls — advancing sustainable health care system solutions in our community and province.

The prize: $100,000

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Meet the Kids Where They Are

Integrating Community Social Pediatric Care in Schools

This project expands New Brunswick Social Pediatrics (NBSP) by adding a school and health liaison role in three Saint John schools. It supports children facing social and health challenges, especially those impacted by poverty and trauma, by providing timely health care, early interventions and community resources.

By embedding health care in schools, the initiative strengthens community partnerships, improves health outcomes and reduces long-term costs. The pilot will be evaluated to guide the broader implementation of integrated community health care models.

Mollie McGuire

Executive Director

NB Social Pediatrics Inc.

Dr. Sarah Gander

Social Pediatrician

NB Social Pediatrics Inc.

Natalia Fana

Clinical Research Manager, NB Social Pediatrics Research Program, Research Services, Horizon Health Network

Hospital to Housed

Building a Comprehensive Pathway for Unhoused Patients through Coordinated Care and Convalescent Housing

The Convalescent Care Beds Program in Saint John offers stable housing for people experiencing homelessness after hospital care. This initiative aims to reduce hospital admissions and emergency room visits while providing trauma-informed care and improving patient access.

This project will evaluate effectiveness and expand community support through a two-phase study. Its goal is to create a scalable model to enhance health care delivery and connect patients with resources for continued health maintenance after recovery.