Dr. Amanda Louise Caissie, Medical Director of the Cancer Care Program Oncology Transformation Project, Nova Scotia Health Authority
Category: Executive

“It is with the utmost confidence and respect that I endorse Dr. Amanda Caissie for this prestigious recognition. Her visionary leadership, dedication to patient-centered care, and groundbreaking contributions to digital health make her an extraordinary candidate for the award. Dr. Caissie’s work is not only transforming oncology care in Canada but is also setting the stage for future innovations in healthcare worldwide.”

Dr. Amanda Caissie is an exceptional leader in digital oncology and patient engagement, with a transformative impact on cancer care through her role as Medical Director of the Oncology Transformation Project at Nova Scotia Health. As an Associate Professor and Interim Head of the Department of Radiation Oncology at Dalhousie University, she has pioneered the integration of big data and artificial intelligence into clinical practice, revolutionizing how patient outcomes are measured and improved.

Dr. Caissie co-founded the Canadian Artificial Intelligence and Big Data in Radiotherapy Alliance (CADRA) and has spearheaded the implementation of Electronic Patient Reported Outcomes (ePROs) across multiple cancer centres, ensuring that the patient voice is central to care. Her leadership extends beyond Canada, through international initiatives such as the Learning from Analysis of Multicentre Big Data Aggregation (LAMBDA) consortium, where her work has set new benchmarks for data-driven healthcare solutions.

Dr. Caissie’s innovations have enhanced clinical decision-making, reduced disparities in care between urban and rural centres, and positioned Canada as a leader in oncology data science. Her ability to translate complex technologies into practical, scalable solutions has not only improved cancer care but also laid the groundwork for future advancements in digital health globally.