Surgical Sciences

Research Domain: Surgical Sciences

Surgical Sciences research aims to advance the safety, effectiveness, and patient experience of surgical care. From developing and evaluating new techniques to enhancing surgical training and recovery pathways, our work supports innovation across the surgical journey. Through interdisciplinary collaboration, we focus on improving outcomes and optimizing care before, during, and after surgery.

Orthopaedics

The division of Orthopaedic Surgery at St Mary’s Hospital (SMH) is an integral part of McGill’s Department of Surgery. St Mary's Orthopaedics includes nine surgeons with various subspecialty interests actively involved in clinical research and the teaching of McGill's medical students and orthopaedic residents.

Project examples

Acceptability and satisfaction with the use of a digital health app for patients undergoing hip and knee replacement: A randomized controlled trial

Date: 2024
Funding source(s): Internally funded

We hypothesize that there will be a higher level of satisfaction among the patients having access to both the app and the usual post-operative patient care than in the group that will only have access to the usual post-operative patient care.

Cost Analysis of Outpatient vs. Inpatient Total Hip/Knee Arthroplasty in Canada

Date: 2023-present
Funding source(s): Internally funded

The primary objective of this study is to determine the cost effectiveness of implementing an outpatient THA and TKA protocol compared with inpatient.

Hysterectomy using the vNOTES approach (transvaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery): Evaluation of the results of innovative hysterectomy using the vNOTES approach in women with uterine prolapse

Date: 2024-2026
Funding source(s): Quebec Aging Research Network

Our main objective is to assess subjective success (absence of POP symptoms and no indication for reoperation) at 6 and 12 months postoperatively.

Assessing the Efficacy of Osteoporosis Medication Prescriptions for Fragility Fractures at a Tertiary Hospital

Date: 2025-present
Funding source(s): Internally funded

Feasibility test of a home-based virtual reality (VR) program to help reduce depression in older adults with Alzheimer’s dementia. Over four weeks, participants use VR headsets for immersive nature experiences, with outcomes compared to standard video viewing. The study explores the intervention’s impact on mood, stress, and well-being, aiming to support aging in place through accessible, non-drug mental health solutions.

Prospective Randomized Evaluation of Emerging Novel Treatments for Infection Prophylaxis in Total Joint Replacement (PREVENT-iT): A Pilot Study

Date: 2023
Funding source(s): Internally funded

The primary objective of this pilot study is to inform the design and feasibility of the definitive RCT. The objectives include 1 To determine of participant enrollment is feasible, to determine of administration of each of the treatments is feasible, to refine data collection methods and to determine compliance with key aspects of the protocol.