PINNACLE Research

The Patient-centred Innovation in Anesthesia Clinical Care and Evaluation (PINNACLE) research group at St. Michael’s Hospital – Unity Health Toronto is dedicated to advancing perioperative medicine and anesthesiology through cutting-edge clinical research. Led by Dr. Duminda Wijeysundera, the group focuses on developing evidence-based strategies to enhance surgical recovery, optimize anesthesia practices, and improve long-term patient outcomes, particularly in populations affected by chronic pain, disability, and mental illness. PINNACLE conducts large-scale multicentre studies, randomized controlled trials, and health systems research to address critical challenges in perioperative care. The team collaborates extensively across multiple disciplines, including anesthesiology, surgery, psychiatry, and geriatric medicine, fostering an integrated approach to surgical and anesthesia-related care.