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Dahlia Kairy is an Associate Professor at the School of Rehabilitation, University of Montreal, with a focus on telerehabilitation, virtual reality, and innovative rehabilitation technologies. She leads interdisciplinary research through affiliations with the CRIR (Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation), INTER (Interactive Technologies in Rehabilitation), and REPAR networks.
- Education: Physiotherapy graduate from McGill University (1997)
- Clinical experience: Specialized in vestibular and balance disorders since 2005
Her research explores implementation strategies for technology-driven rehabilitation, emphasizing health equity and knowledge translation. Recent work investigates AI integration, smart mobility devices, and virtual care policy development. Academic contributions include 15+ peer-reviewed publications and numerous funded projects from organizations like CIHR, FRQS, and AGE-WELL NCE.
Key awards include:
- Royal Society of Canada College membership (2021)
- Fortissimo Jeune Chercheur Award (2018)
She has supervised 7+ graduate students and co-led multidisciplinary grants totaling millions in funding. Current projects focus on metaverse-era rehabilitation, precision rehabilitation, and AI ethics in healthcare delivery.
