Guy Paré

Guy Paré is a Full Professor in the Department of Information Technology at HEC Montréal, where he also holds the Digital Health Research Chair (renewed until 2030) and serves as Associate Director of the Health Cluster. With a distinguished career spanning decades, Professor Paré has established himself as a leading expert in health informatics and digital transformation in healthcare.

Professor Paré earned his M. Sc. in Management from HEC Montréal and his Ph.D. in Administration from Florida International University. His academic journey has led him to become one of Canada's most influential researchers in digital health, with numerous publications in top-tier journals spanning information systems, medical informatics, and healthcare management.

Professor Paré's research focuses on the intersection of information technology and healthcare, with particular emphasis on digital health solutions, implementation of information systems in clinical settings, and the impacts of technological change on healthcare organizations. His work spans from theoretical contributions to practical applications that improve healthcare delivery. He has pioneered research in telemedicine, teleconsultation, digital twins in healthcare, and AI applications in medical practice. His studies often employ qualitative research methods to understand the complex socio-technical dynamics of healthcare IT implementation, with a strong focus on user-centered design and organizational change management.

• Grand Prix de pédagogie Jean-Guertin 2024 (highest teaching honor at HEC Montréal)
• Fellow of the International Academy of Health Sciences Informatics (2023)
• Journal of Information Technology Best Paper Award (2022)
• Grand Prix de recherche Pierre-Laurin (2020)
• Prix Esdras-Minville (2019)

As an educator and mentor, Professor Paré has supervised numerous master's students and research projects, guiding emerging scholars in the field of health informatics. His leadership extends to major research initiatives including the Digital Health Research Chair, which has recently been renewed until 2030. Professor Paré's expertise is sought after by influential organizations worldwide including the World Health Organization, the French Ministry of Health, Canada Health Infoway, and the Quebec Ministry of Health and Social Services. His work bridges academic research with practical healthcare challenges, making significant contributions to both scholarly knowledge and real-world healthcare delivery improvements.