Karine Cloutier

Karine Cloutier is an Associate Professor and Director of the Master's Program in Advanced Pharmacotherapy at the Faculty of Pharmacy, Laval University. She teaches both undergraduate and graduate courses in pharmacotherapy, with a strong focus on pediatric care and sensory organ medicines.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Microbiology, Laval University
• Bachelor of Pharmacy, University of Montreal
• Master's in Pharmaceutical Practice (Practical Option in Healthcare Establishments), University of Montreal
• Doctor of Pharmacy, University of British Columbia
• Board Certified Pediatric Pharmacy Specialist

Her research spans clinical pharmacy, pediatric pharmacotherapy, medication adherence, pharmacoeconomics, and bone health. She has led studies on HIV treatment adherence in pregnant women, HPV vaccine cost-effectiveness, and antibiotic prophylaxis in pediatric cardiac surgery. Her work emphasizes evidence-based practice and patient-centered care.

The 15 most recent publications (including full articles and conference abstracts) highlight a consistent focus on pediatric populations, particularly in cardiology, cystic fibrosis, and infectious diseases. Key themes include medication adherence monitoring, pharmacoeconomic evaluation, clinical guideline implementation, and long-term outcomes in high-risk pediatric patients. Her methodological approaches include systematic reviews, observational studies, and clinical audits.

Scientific Awards:

• Board Certified Pediatric Pharmacy Specialist

Advising and Grants: As Director of the Master's Program in Advanced Pharmacotherapy, she oversees graduate training and curriculum development. Though no formal grant list is provided, her involvement in multi-center pediatric research (e.g., cystic fibrosis, cardiac surgery) suggests collaborative funding and mentorship roles. She has advised on pharmaceutical interventions in HIV, contraception, and surgical prophylaxis.

Labs and Teams: While no formal lab is named, her research is conducted in collaboration with pediatric intensive care units, cystic fibrosis clinics, and cardiac surgery teams. She participates in national and international conferences such as the Pediatric Cardiac Intensive Care Society and the North American Cystic Fibrosis Conference, indicating active engagement in specialized research networks.