Alex Jadad
Alex Jadad
Alex Jadad (pronunciation: /ˈælɪks ˈdʒædæd/) is a Colombian-Canadian physician, researcher, innovator, and public advocate. He is best known for his work in the field of health informatics, eHealth, and pain management.
Etymology
The name "Alex" is of Greek origin, meaning "defender of men". The surname "Jadad" is of Arabic origin, though its exact meaning is not known.
Biography
Alex Jadad was born in Colombia and later moved to Canada, where he has made significant contributions to the field of health informatics. He is a professor at the University of Toronto, where he leads the Centre for Global eHealth Innovation. His work focuses on the use of information and communication technologies to improve health and wellness.
Contributions
Jadad has made significant contributions to the field of pain management. He developed the Jadad scale, a tool used to assess the quality of clinical trials. This scale has been widely adopted and is used in systematic reviews and meta-analyses.
In the field of eHealth, Jadad has been a pioneer in exploring how digital technologies can be used to improve health and wellness. He has advocated for the use of these technologies to empower patients and improve the quality of healthcare.
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External links
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