PMOS Research
Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS), formerly known as PCOS, is an important health problem that we do not understand very well. Doing more research will help us diagnose and manage PMOS better.
PMOS Patient Advisory Council
The PCOS Patient Advisory Council is not recruiting at this time. The PCOS Patient Advisory Council (PPAC) is a diverse group of individuals with lived experience of Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) (Formerly recognized as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)) from...
Blood Sugar Patterns in PMOS
The risk of diabetes is increased in people with PCOS compared with people without. We are conducting a study to better understand blood sugar patterns in people with PCOS, and factors that affect these patterns. This study is funded by...
Understanding the Epidemiology of PMOS in Alberta
Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) (PCOS) is the most common endocrine disorder in females, however, we know very little about the diagnosis, management and natural history. We would like to use administrative health data available in Alberta to better understand...
PMOS Care and Management in Canada
We would like to understand how people with Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) (Formerly known as PCOS) living in Canada manage their PCOS signs and symptoms, and the care they receive for their chronic condition. To assess this, we have...
PMOS Needs Assessment Survey: A Canada Wide Study
This study aimed to include people living with Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) (Formerly known as PCOS) in Canada in a 20-minute online survey to understand their experiences with PCOS self-management and identify their needs. The findings from this survey...
Mood and Stress in Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS)
Our study looks at how mood and stress may change during the menstrual cycle for people with Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) formerly known as Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS). Learning how hormones affect emotional well-being can help improve mental health...
Currently Recruiting
PCOS Needs Assessment – Teens Aged 14-17
This study aims to include teens living with PCOS in Canada in a 20-minute online survey to understand their experiences with PCOS self-management and identify their needs. The findings from this survey will be used to create high-quality, credible, inclusive,...
Diabetes in Pregnancy Research
Gestational diabetes is one of the most common medical problems in pregnancy and requires treatment during pregnancy to reduce the risk of complications for mom and baby. Our research program aims to inform best practices for gestational diabetes screening and management.
Virtual Care and Gestational Diabetes
Virtual care in healthcare using telephone and video conferencing has increased in recent years. We are conducting a study to understand how the shift to virtual care has impacted health outcomes for people with gestational diabetes and their babies. We...
Predicting Dysglycemia in Individuals with Gestational Diabetes Immediately Postpartum Using Continuous Glucose Monitoring (PREDISPOSE)
No Longer Recruiting The risk of developing type 2 diabetes is increased after having gestational diabetes in pregnancy. It is therefore important that people who have a history of gestational diabetes get tested for type 2 diabetes after pregnancy....
The Wider Impact of COVID-19 on Gestational Diabetes
With the COVID-19 pandemic, many changes were required in healthcare including a transition to virtual care, and alternative strategies for screening for gestational diabetes. We are looking at the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the health of mothers affected...
Past Research
Exercise Training in PMOS
Lifestyle measures, including exercise training, are recommended for all people with Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome (PMOS) (PCOS) for optimal health. We explored the effect of two forms of exercise training – aerobic exercise and high-intensity interval training (HIIT) – on...
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