Elisabeth Smitko, Mhsc, Che Email & Phone Number

• Consulting with external and internal stakeholders, led an internal team through the development of a business case proposing a new model of care be implemented as a national program in hemophilia treatments centers across all provinces and territories.• Applying project management and change management principles led a cross functional internal team and external advisory expert committee through the implementation and expansion of a specialty pharmacy in Alberta improving data collection capabilities to optimize the use of PPRP.• Managed a team through the RFP and implementation process to list and provide access to a rare disease drug product on the PPRP national formulary.• Lead multiyear program planning, manage, and oversee annual planning, and developed an evaluation framework to monitor and achieve program goals and results.• Oversee the development and implementation of a communication strategy.

• Using change management principles, strategically developed a framework, processes and structures, and a performance measurement plan for the Liaison Lead between Ontario Health (OH) and the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH) supporting evidence-based decision making. • Build and foster relationships, develop communications, broker evidence, and participate in advisory committees with Ontario health system stakeholders to support evidence-based decision making for health system priorities.• In response to the 2018 Auditor General’s Report, collaborated with stakeholders and led a team through the development and execution of a proposal introducing implementation to Ontario Health’s Health Technology Assessment (HTA) Program. • Led the development of an evidence-based review programs informal scan in Ontario for the Ontario Ministry of Health to inform future planning of the Evidence Synthesis Network.• Led Impact Working Group through the development of the Health Technology Assessment Program’s logic model to evaluate the program.

Orillia, Ontario, Canada

• Led a working group through the implementation planning of Orillia Soldiers' Memorial Hospital's new strategic plan.• Led the development of the Couchiching Ontario Health Team's logic model and performance measurement plan for the senior population.• Supported the establishment of the Couchiching Ontario Health Team's Patient and Family Advisory Council.• Supported the Couchiching Ontario Health Team with exploring integrated data solutions to support integrated care for the senior population.• Active team member in the development of the Quality Management Program.

Manage and facilitate the overall process for development of, and updates to the Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations (CSBPR). The recommendations provide evidence based guidelines for healthcare professionals to treat those who have been affected by stroke. Develop, synthesize, and disseminate CSBPR professional education and knowledge exchange information through a range of communication platforms. • Build and maintain strong relationships in facilitating the coordination and delivery of eight Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendation modules, used by healthcare professionals, to provide evidence based guidance and increase the quality and standards of stroke care across Canada.• Lead interdisciplinary team in the stroke best practice website migration and development project improving access of the stroke best practice recommendations for healthcare professionals across Canada. • Lead and collaborate with stakeholders in the development and management of multiple knowledge tools for healthcare providers that support the implementation of the Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations. This includes managing the website on a day to day basis.• Key cross functional team member and contributor to complex projects and initiatives involving stroke best practice information increasing rigor and credibility of end products.

Toronto

Provided oversight and management of the implementation and integration of emerging research, guidelines, and best practices into HSF programs and initiatives. • Monitored advances in cardiovascular disease research and guidelines to support strategic and program- level planning, evidence based decision- making, and communication.• Led efforts to engage stakeholders and develop capacity building tools for partners to ensure program objectives were met in an efficient and timely manner. Grew the knowledge library, use of knowledge tools and relevance of research information through identifying and developing innovative opportunities.• Improved workflow, processes and knowledge collection and management by utilizing tools, including Sharefile and Sharepoint that managed projects documents, knowledge products, and resources; maximized resource uptake by building strong relationships with stakeholders and adapting tools to meet their unique business needs.

Toronto, Canada Area

Facilitated the coordination and execution of the semiannual Spark Advocacy Grant competition from launch of the program to the announcement of new awards. This competition provided funding to community organizations leading advocacy work to increase access to physical activity and healthy eating for children and youth. • Coached community partners on grant criteria and application process; led and managed panel reviews while capturing key insights; and managed communication to ensure successful delivery of the program.• Developed strong relationships through creating and implementing knowledge exchange initiatives increasing learning, collaboration, and partnerships within communities to deliver Spark Advocacy program objectives.• Developed a dashboard to support the evaluation of Spark Advocacy projects and identify outcomes that contribute to the program and organization impact.• Managed $250,000 annual project budget injecting funds into 20 communities to develop sustainable change and improve the health of children and youth across Canada.

Ihpme Master Of Health Science - Health Administration

Kinesiology