Our team

I completed my BSc in Occupational Therapy in 2005 at the University of Montreal. During my clinical practice, I honed my skills in the rehabilitation of pain and musculoskeletal disorders. To further develop my expertise in neuropathic pain rehabilitation, I worked for a year at the Sensory Rehabilitation Centre (Fribourg, Switzerland). Returning to Quebec in 2012, I began teaching at the University of Montreal in the occupational therapy and physiotherapy programs. Between 2017 and 2020, I completed a Master's degree in Rehabilitation Sciences at the University of Montreal. In the fall of 2025, I completed my doctoral studies in Health Sciences at the University of Sherbrooke. My research projects focus on the feasibility and effects of pain management and sensory rehabilitation programs in various populations experiencing chronic pain. At the beginning of 2026, I began my postdoctoral internship under the supervision of Drs Lynn Gauthier and Catherine Mercier, with a rehabilitation project targeting a population with chemotherapy-induced neuropathies.

I have been a clinical nurse since 2015, with experience in oncology, palliative care, geriatrics, and surgery. I also have research experience in the psychometric validation of measurement tools and in conducting systematic reviews following the Consensus-based Standards for the Selection of Health Measurement Instruments (COSMIN) methodology. My research interests focus on aging and the validation of symptom assessment tools in palliative care and oncology, particularly pain assessment during palliative sedation and the assessment of chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN).

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I am a PhD candidat in the Faculty of Nursing at Université Laval. I am also a recipient of a Fonds de recherche du Québec – Santé (FRQS) doctoral scholarship. The objective of my doctoral thesis is to evaluate the quality and age-related psychometric invariance of CIPN tools and to examine age-related patterns in the trajectory and impact of CIPN.

A clinical nurse since 2011, I have accumulated diverse work experience (home care, routine services, intensive care, and general medicine) at the CISSS de Chaudière-Appalaches, notably as a nursing advisor since 2016. In 2022, I obtained my Master of Science in Nursing, specializing in the clinical nursing approach in the context of respiratory distress in palliative and end-of-life care. I am currently a doctoral student in nursing, co-supervised by Dr. Diane Tapp and Dr. Lynn R. Gauthier. My research project focuses on the development and evaluation of an instrument to assess respiratory distress in individuals with palliative and end-of-life care. I am a recipient of a doctoral scholarship from the Ministère des Études Supérieures (MES) and a research grant in palliative care from the Research Chair in Palliative Care at Université Laval. My research interests are related to respiratory distress, the national distress protocol, end-of-life symptom management, the nursing clinical approach, and the trajectory of palliative and end-of-life care.

I am a Peruvian family physician and an assistant professor at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, Minnesota. My previous experience is based on qualitative methods and systematic reviews. My research publications focus on shared decision-making and the use of decision aids in clinical encounters. I have also analyzed the cost-effectiveness of conversations during clinical encounters and their impact on clinician and patient outcomes. Finally, my work relates to communication during end-of-life care in intensive care units using professional interpreters. I am currently a doctoral student in the Community Health program at Université Laval, supervised by Dr. Annie LeBlanc and co-supervised by Dr. Lynn Gauthier. My primary research interests are in palliative care and end-of-life communication.

I am currently a master's student in clinical and biomedical sciences at Université Laval, under the supervision of Professor Lynn Gauthier. My research focuses on chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy, a common side effect of certain chemotherapies. As part of my master's thesis, I am studying peripheral neuropathy in breast cancer patients treated with taxane-based chemotherapy. My project aims to better understand the sensory changes associated with this condition using quantitative approaches to analyze alterations in sensitivity. My research interests lie at the intersection of psychological factors and the neurophysiology of the somatosensory system. I am particularly interested in the mechanisms of the nervous system involved in the perception and modulation of pain, especially in an oncological context. In the longer term, I hope to pursue doctoral studies to further my understanding of the neurotoxic effects of chemotherapy and contribute to the development of screening and management strategies better suited to individuals affected by neuropathy.

I am a master's student in clinical and biomedical sciences. I joined the lab in the fall of 2024 after completing a bachelor's degree in microbiology and then an MBA in pharmaceutical management at Université Laval. I am involved in numerous academic, extracurricular, and volunteer activities. I am also the site representative for the Integrated Cancer Centre (ICC) on the Cancer Research Centre's (CRC) Next Generation Committee.

I have been fortunate to receive several scholarships at the institutional, provincial, and national levels, including a master's scholarship from the Canadian Cancer Society to support my work on chemotherapy-induced peripheral neuropathy (CIPN). My research focuses on age-related differences in the onset and experience of CIPN after the completion of chemotherapy treatments.

In my free time, I like to watch Japanese anime, Mandarin dramas, read, do science popularization, spend time with my family and, above all, sleep.

I am a psychology undergraduate student with a particular interest in neuropsychology and the study of cognitive function. My research interests focus on the effects of medical treatments on patients' cognition and well-being. More specifically, I am interested in the neurological and cognitive impacts associated with cancer treatments, such as chemotherapy, as well as the individual, biological, and environmental factors that may explain these changes. I hope to pursue graduate studies in this field to contribute to a better understanding of the cognitive effects of chemotherapy treatments and their impact on patients' quality of life and daily lives.

I am a psychology undergraduate student at Université Laval and I am originally from the Gaspé Peninsula. I am particularly interested in health psychology and neuropsychology. Since June 2025, I have been part of the laboratory team, where my involvement is growing through my participation in various research projects and scientific activities.

My main interests lie in psychosocial oncology and understanding the psychological factors associated with health and illness. I am particularly interested in the lived experiences of people with cancer, as well as the cognitive and psychological impacts of treatments. Curious and committed, I wish to continue my training to become a clinical psychologist. I also aspire to continue actively contributing to research, particularly in the field of oncology, in order to improve our understanding of patients' psychosocial needs and support the development of appropriate interventions to promote their well-being and quality of life.

I have been a psychology undergraduate student at Université Laval since the fall of 2024. Previously, I completed the Social Sciences program, specializing in social intervention, at Cégep de Sainte-Foy. I intend to pursue doctoral studies in psychology – Research and Intervention – and also complete a certificate in sexual health.

Since May 2025, I have been working as a research assistant in Lynn Gauthier's laboratory. My main research interests focus on the realities experienced by people in vulnerable situations, including people with cancer, people experiencing homelessness, and those affected, directly or indirectly, by the prison system or by youth protection services (DPJ).

Furthermore, my volunteer and work experiences at Albatros Lévis are within the field of palliative care. I act as a companion to people at the end of their lives and I also contribute to the training of new volunteers.

I am a first-year undergraduate student in psychology and I wish to pursue doctoral studies in psychology, specializing in Research and Intervention, in order to become a psychologist. Clinical research particularly interests me because of its ability to deepen our understanding of human functioning while having a concrete impact on people's quality of life. I have a profound desire to help and support individuals, and this motivation fuels my desire to combine research with clinical practice, especially with people experiencing significant psychological difficulties and severely impaired functioning.

I aspire to understand human beings in all their complexity and to use that understanding to help those who need it most. Being part of Dr. Lynn R. Gauthier's team allows me to contribute to projects that resonate with what led me to psychology and to take concrete steps toward my goal of becoming a psychologist.

I am a second-year undergraduate student in psychology. I am particularly interested in the human and relational dimensions of healthcare, especially in palliative care and with children. As part of my university studies, I am developing an interest in the psychological, social, and emotional factors that influence the experience of illness, vulnerability, and support.

I participate in research activities at the CHU de Québec Research Centre, where I contribute to projects involving data transcription and organization. This experience allows me to become familiar with research methods and the analysis of the lived experiences of patients and their families. Through my training and research involvement, I hope to deepen my understanding of psychosocial needs in healthcare settings.

I am currently a medical student at Université Laval. I am interested in several areas of medicine and research, but oncology is a particular passion of mine. I joined Lynn Gauthier's team in September 2024. Within the team, I am currently involved in writing articles. I have also undertaken various tasks related to the Age-Related Profiles in the Experience of Chemotherapy-Induced Peripheral Neuropathy (CIPN) project. This experience is allowing me to become familiar with the world of oncology research and to develop skills that will certainly be useful in my future studies and practice.