Season two of the Action On Pain podcast kicks off with an insightful conversation featuring Brandon Van Dam and Dr. Norm Buckley from the Chronic Pain Network (CPN). They discuss CPN's strategic priorities, including patient engagement, multi-site clinical trials, community-based pain care, and knowledge mobilization for policymakers. A highlight is Pain Connect, a platform linking researchers with people living with chronic pain to support meaningful collaboration. Throughout the episode, the importance of authentically centering lived experience in research is emphasized. This episode offers valuable insight into Canada's coordinated efforts to improve pain research, education, and care.

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In this week's episode, Virginia, Jennifer, and Keith revisit their conversation with physiotherapist Tori Etheridge about advancing chronic pain care in Canada. The discussion explores gaps in pain education, the importance of interdisciplinary collaboration, and the development of new core competencies for clinicians. Tori emphasizes patient-centred care and the need for shared knowledge among healthcare professionals. The episode highlights ongoing efforts to reduce stigma, improve teamwork, and involve people with lived experience, offering hope for more compassionate and effective pain management nationwide.

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In today's episode of Action on Pain, Jennifer, Keith, and Virginia revisit their conversation with Dr. Christine Chambers, a leader in pediatric pain research. Together, they discuss the evolution of children’s pain care in Canada, the creation of the Solutions for Kids in Pain (SKIP) network, and the importance of translating research into real-world solutions. The episode highlights the power of collaboration and knowledge sharing to improve pain management for children and families.

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Solutions for Kids In Pain (SKIP) - https://kidsinpain.ca/

It Doesn't Have to Hurt - https://itdoesnthavetohurt.ca/

Dalhousie University - https://www.dal.ca/faculty/science/psychology_neuroscience/faculty-staff/our-faculty/christine-chambers.html

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The Action on Pain podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Chronic Pain Network, a national research and knowledge mobilization network.

In this week's episode of Action on Pain, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Jennifer Stinson, a nurse clinician-scientist and leading pediatric pain expert from SickKids Hospital in Toronto. The discussion highlights innovative tools, digital resources, and educational programs designed to improve equitable access and outcomes for children and youth living with chronic pain in Canada. Dr. Stinson emphasizes the importance of early intervention, patient empowerment, and interdisciplinary collaboration, while addressing challenges such as stigma, diagnostic uncertainty, and long wait times for specialized care.

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Gairdner Momentum Award - https://www.sickkids.ca/en/news/archive/2025/jennifer-stinson-receives-prestigious-gairdner-momentum-award/

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The Action on Pain podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Chronic Pain Network, a national research and knowledge mobilization network.

In today's episode, we are revisiting our conversation with Jenny Lorca, an advocate living with chronic pain. The discussion explores Jenny’s personal journey, the importance of community support, and the value of integrating lived and living experience into research, policy, and education. The episode highlights the power of peer connection, advocacy, and collaboration in improving pain management.

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CPN Article - https://cpn-rdc.ca/on-validation-or-lip-service-a-conversation-with-the-experts/

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The Action on Pain podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Chronic Pain Network, a national research and knowledge mobilization network.

In today's episode of Action on Pain, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Jaris Swidrovich, an Indigenous pharmacist and advocate, to discuss chronic pain in Canada. Dr. Swidrovich shares insights on the importance of equity, storytelling, and community engagement in pain management, highlighting the role of pharmacists as accessible healthcare partners. The conversation explores the impact of Health Canada’s Action Plan for Pain and the power of lived experience in shaping better care.

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The Action on Pain podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Chronic Pain Network, a national research and knowledge mobilization network.

In this week's episode, we revisit our conversation with Dr. Tania Di Renna, a leading pain medicine expert. Dr. Di Renna discusses innovative, patient-centered approaches to chronic pain care, highlighting the Toronto Academic Pain Medicine Institute (TAMPI) model and the importance of collaboration, education, and equitable access. The conversation explores how data-driven strategies and multidisciplinary teamwork are transforming pain management across Canada.

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The Action on Pain podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Chronic Pain Network, a national research and knowledge mobilization network.