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Robin Urquhart

ResearcherMedicineDalhousie University

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Robin Urquhart

Researcher

Medicine

Health Sciences

Dalhousie University

Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada

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Has led research grants, which requires an independent research appointment. Ask their department whether they supervise graduate students.
71 publications in the last five years, latest in 2026.
Senior (last) author on 14 recent papers, a sign of leading a research group.
Principal investigator on 8 research grants (8 CIHR), most recently in 2025.
Supervised 1 trainee who won CIHR awards, most recently in 2021.

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139

Publications

313

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110

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Research

Mixed Methods Capacity Development Data Services Patient Oriented Research Access To Care Administrative Health Data Health Services Utilization Lung Cancer

Latest papers

Are paramedics comfortable and confident in their ability to provide emergency healthcare to transgender and gender diverse populations? A cross-sectional survey.
CJEM · 2026
Examining the diagnostic process for ovarian cancer in Nova Scotia: A linked administrative data study.
International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics · 2026 · senior author
Correction: Engaging patients throughout the continuum of implementation science and practice: adapted evidence mapping review and practical guide for clinicians and researchers.
Health research policy and systems · 2026 · senior author

All 139 publications

Latest funding

Lung Cancer in Nova Scotia: Examining Equitable Access to Care During the Peri-Diagnostic Timeframe
CIHR · 2025 · Principal investigator
$130,051
SPOR SUPPORT Unit Funding Extension
CIHR · 2025 · Principal investigator
$2,931,046
An evidence-based provincial framework for a psychosocial oncology program in Nova Scotia.
CIHR · 2022 · Nominated PI
$128,863

All 13 grants and awards

139 publications.

Are paramedics comfortable and confident in their ability to provide emergency healthcare to transgender and gender diverse populations? A cross-sectional survey.

Kengis L, Kruse M, Urquhart R, Goldstein J

CJEM2026

DOI: 10.1007/s43678-025-00947-w PMID: 40459701

Examining the diagnostic process for ovarian cancer in Nova Scotia: A linked administrative data study.

Gottheil C, Woolcott C, Marshall EG, Kieser K, Urquhart R

International journal of gynaecology and obstetrics: the official organ of the International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics2026Senior author

DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.71149 PMID: 42375023

Correction: Engaging patients throughout the continuum of implementation science and practice: adapted evidence mapping review and practical guide for clinicians and researchers.

Steeves L, Sampalli S, Urquhart R

Health research policy and systems2026Senior author

DOI: 10.1186/s12961-026-01497-y PMID: 42298639

Patients' Perspectives on Personalized Glycemic Targets for Coronary Artery Disease Prevention Based on the Haptoglobin Phenotype: A Qualitative Study.

Carew AS, Urquhart R, Aston M, Wang J, Grove J, More S, Siddiqi FS, Sapp JL, Cahill LE

CJC open2026

DOI: 10.1016/j.cjco.2026.02.010 PMID: 42327445

Primary care visits are higher amongst adults who report sexual dysfunction concerns after cancer treatment.

Urquhart R, Nishimagizwe P, Lethbridge L, Kendell C

Scientific reports2026First author

DOI: 10.1038/s41598-026-55735-y PMID: 42218312

Engaging patients throughout the continuum of implementation science and practice: adapted evidence mapping review and practical guide for clinicians and researchers.

Steeves L, Sampalli S, Urquhart R

Health research policy and systems2026Senior author

DOI: 10.1186/s12961-026-01479-0 PMID: 42152073

The effect of insomnia treatment on work productivity and related costs among cancer survivors with insomnia and comorbid perceived cognitive impairments: A secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial.

Tulk J, Gambin L, Browne S, Laing K, Rash JA, Savard J, Seal M, Thoms J, Urquhart R, Garland SN

Journal of cancer survivorship : research and practice2026

DOI: 10.1007/s11764-025-01755-y PMID: 39934523

Prospective study of breakfast frequency and timing and risk of myocardial infarction and coronary artery disease in community-dwelling older adults: The Cardiovascular Health Study.

Cahill LE, Sandila N, Mekary RA, Biggs ML, Carew AS, Parkash R, Tennankore K, Theou O, Urquhart R, Djoussé L, Mukamal KJ

The journal of nutrition, health & aging2026

DOI: 10.1016/j.jnha.2026.100825 PMID: 41903300

Provincial variation and associated factors in adherence to cervical cancer screening in Canada: Evidence from the Canadian Partnership for Tomorrow's Health.

Darvishian M, Moustaqim-Barrette A, Awadalla P, Bhatti P, Broet P, Murphy RA, Skead K, Urquhart R, Vena J, Dummer TJ

Journal of medical screening2026

DOI: 10.1177/09691413261445025 PMID: 42029913

Impact of treatment credibility and expectancy on cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia outcomes among cancer survivors.

George B, Tulk J, Savard J, Rash JA, Quinn-Nilas C, Seal M, Urquhart R, Thoms J, Laing K, Garland SN

Journal of psychosomatic research2026

DOI: 10.1016/j.jpsychores.2025.112447 PMID: 41237521

Lung Cancer in Nova Scotia: Examining Equitable Access to Care During the Peri-Diagnostic Timeframe

Principal investigatorCIHR2025Project Grant

Principal investigators: Kendell, Cynthia L; Urquhart, Robin L

Keywords: Access To Care; Administrative Health Data; Health Services Utilization; Lung Cancer; Mixed Methods; Qualitative Interviews; Secondary Data Analysis; Timeliness

$130,051

SPOR SUPPORT Unit Funding Extension

Principal investigatorCIHR2025SPOR SUPPORT Unit Extension

Principal investigators: McDonald, James T; Curran, Janet; Doherty-Kirby, Amanda L; Dugas, Erika N; Dutton, Daniel J; Forbes, Neil M; Hamilton, Marina; MacMaster, Frank P; MacSwain Standing, Mary-Ann; Mattheisen, Manuel; Reiman, Tony; Rosen, Natalie O; Shoveller, Jeannie A; Stewart, Samuel A; Sweeney-Nixon, Marva I; Tardif, Louise; Urquhart, Robin L; Verlinden, Linda A; Wozney, Lori M

Keywords: Capacity Development; Data Services; Edia; Indigenous Allyship; Learning Health Systems; Patient Oriented Research; People With Lived/Living Experience; Sex & Gender

$2,931,046

An evidence-based provincial framework for a psychosocial oncology program in Nova Scotia.

Nominated PICIHR2022Cat. Gr: Policy Research for Health System Transformation - ICR - Cancer Control

Principal investigators: Urquhart, Robin L; Hollenhorst, Helmut

Keywords: Community-Based Cancer Care; Inclusive Health Care Delivery Systems; Integration Of Care/Integrated Delivery Systems; Psychosoical Oncology Support Systems

$128,863

An evidence-based, practice-oriented approach to transition young adult cancer survivors to community-based survivorship care in Nova Scotia (NS): including and optimizing the role of primary care.

SupervisorCIHR2021Health System Impact Fellowships - PostDoc Eastern Canada 2 year

Principal investigators: Kaal, Katrin (Julia) J

Keywords: Health Services Research

$108,500

Maritime SPOR SUPPORT Unit Phase II Proposal

Principal investigatorCIHR2020SPOR SUPPORT Unit Phase II - Maritimes

Principal investigators: Anderson, David R; Aubrecht, Catherine M; Bélanger, Mathieu; Burkhardt, Tracey; Campbell, Samuel G; Champod, Anne Sophie; Collin, Stéphanie; Curran, Janet; Dryden, OmiSoore H; Dutton, Daniel J; Hamilton, Marina; Hayden, Jill A; Hickey, Jason; Hogan, Mary H; Jbilou, Jalila; Jenkins, James D; Keefe, Janice M; Kirkland, Susan A; Krause, Juergen; MacSwain Standing, Mary-Ann; McDonald, James T; McIsaac, Corrine G; McIsaac, Jessie-Lee D; Reiman, Tony; Rosen, Natalie O; Shoveller, Jeannie A; Sonier Ferguson, Brigitte; Stewart, Samuel A; Tomblin Murphy, Gail G; Urquhart, Robin L; Verlinden, Linda A; Zhang, Michael

Keywords: Capacity Development; Data Services; Learning Health System; Patient Oriented Research; Patient Partner

$7,327,627

An Inter-provincial comparison of innovative programs that help individuals and families affected by life-limiting chronic illnesses navigate end-of-life

Nominated PICIHR2018Operating Grant: SPOR PIHCI Network - Comparative Prg. and Policy Analysis

Principal investigators: Urquhart, Robin L; Tschupruk, Cheryl; Pfaff, Kathryn A; Stajduhar, Kelli I; Warner, Grace

Keywords: Advanced Life Limiting Illness; End Of Life; Navigation

$124,539

Integrating end of life care to help people stay in the community: The essentials for success

Co-investigatorCIHR2016Operating Grant: SPOR PIHCI Network - Knowledge Synthesis Grants

Principal investigators: Warner, Grace; Sullivan, Mary K; Tschupruk, Cheryl; Garland Baird, Lisa M

Keywords: Community-Based Palliative Approach; Integrated Palliative Care; Realist Review

$11,250

Follow-up care of cancer survivors: optimizing survivor and health system outcomes

Nominated PICIHR2016Foundation Grant

Principal investigators: Urquhart, Robin L

Keywords: Cancer Survivorship; Effectiveness-Implementation Hybrid Design; Follow-Up Care; Intervention; Mixed Methods

$957,545

What is the role of middle managers in innovation implementation in the cancer system?

Nominated PICIHR2013Operating Grant

Principal investigators: Urquhart, Robin L

Keywords: Cancer; Grounded Theory; Implementation; Innovation; Knowledge Translation; Middle Managers; Qualitative Methods

$95,067

How do surgeons decide to refer patients for adjuvant cancer treatment? A qualitative study

Co-investigatorCIHR2011Operating Grant

Principal investigators: Porter, Geoffrey A

Keywords: Cancer; Grounded Theory; Knowledge Translation; Qualitative Methods; Referral Rates; Surgeon

$82,348

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Robin Urquhart

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Are paramedics comfortable and confident in their ability to provide emergency healthcare to transgender&#xa0;and&#xa0;gender diverse populations? A cross-sectional survey.

Examining the diagnostic process for ovarian cancer in Nova Scotia: A linked administrative data study.

Correction: Engaging patients throughout the continuum of implementation science and practice: adapted evidence mapping review and practical guide for clinicians and researchers.

Patients' Perspectives on Personalized Glycemic Targets for Coronary Artery Disease Prevention Based on the Haptoglobin Phenotype: A Qualitative Study.

Primary care visits are higher amongst adults who report sexual dysfunction concerns after cancer treatment.

Engaging patients throughout the continuum of implementation science and practice: adapted evidence mapping review and practical guide for clinicians and researchers.

The effect of insomnia treatment on work productivity and related costs among cancer survivors with insomnia and comorbid perceived cognitive impairments:&#xa0;A&#xa0;secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial.

Prospective study of breakfast frequency and timing and risk of myocardial infarction and coronary artery disease in community-dwelling older adults: The Cardiovascular Health Study.

Provincial variation and associated factors in adherence to cervical cancer screening in Canada: Evidence from the Canadian Partnership for Tomorrow's Health.

Impact of treatment credibility and expectancy on cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia outcomes among cancer survivors.

Frequent collaborators

Cynthia Kendell

Grace Warner

Eva Grunfeld

Jonathan Sussman

Lesley Moody

Gary Groot

Rebecca Warburton

Yukiko Asada

Cheryl Tschupruk

George Kephart

Robin Urquhart

Olga Theou

Sharon McGee

Alejandro Berlin

Ratika Parkash

Doris Howell

Whitney Berta

Melanie Noel

Lixia Yang

Tony Reiman

Danielle Rodin

Tony Reiman

Susan Kirkland

James Wright

Shelley Doucet

Megan Aston

Christopher Longo

Clare Liddy

Kelli Stajduhar

Jeannie Haggerty

Erin Strumpf

Christian John Finley

Andrea Murphy

Audrey Steenbeek

Julia Abelson

Annette Majnemer

Andre Maddison

Alexis Turgeon

Jacqueline Gahagan

Christy Woolcott

Are paramedics comfortable and confident in their ability to provide emergency healthcare to transgender and gender diverse populations? A cross-sectional survey.

The effect of insomnia treatment on work productivity and related costs among cancer survivors with insomnia and comorbid perceived cognitive impairments: A secondary analysis of a randomized controlled trial.