Paul Stolee

Professor Paul Stolee leads the Geriatric Health Systems Research Group at the University of Waterloo, where he is on faculty in the School of Public Health Sciences. Professor Stolee’s experience in research and planning in geriatrics includes work in academic, government and community settings. His CIHR-funded research program – “InfoRehab” - investigated the use of health information and health information systems in the rehabilitation of older person. This work led to increased research interest in the challenges experienced by older patients as they transition across care settings, in more meaningful engagement of older adults in healthcare decision-making, and in developing a stronger role for primary care in risk screening and care coordination. Professor Stolee was the 2021 recipient of the Canadian Association on Gerontology Distinguished Member Award and the 2012 recipient of the Canadian Association on Gerontology Evelyn Shapiro Mentoring Award. He also directs the University of Waterloo Network for Aging Research. Professor Stolee received the Award of Excellence in Graduate Supervision, University of Waterloo in 2021.