Research and accomplishments

Learn more about Dr. Céline Fiset, a researcher in cardiac electrophysiology at the Montreal Heart Institute - Friday 7 March, 2025

Cardiac arrhythmia affects millions of people. However, women possess unique biological characteristics that have not been sufficiently studied. For more than 25 years, Dr. Céline Fiset, a researcher at the Montreal Heart Institute and professor at the faculty of pharmacy at Université de Montréal has been focusing her research projects on these differences, including during pregnancy when hormonal and physiological changes can disturb a person’s heart rhythm. 

An interview with Dr Marie-Pierre Dubé, Director of the Beaulieu-Saucier Pharmacogenomics Centre - Friday 21 February, 2025

Dr. Marie-Pierre Dubé is a researcher who specializes in analyzing genomic data. In collaboration with Dr. Jean-Claude Tardif and hematologist Dr. Lambert Busque, she’s been focusing on a highly fascinating genetic phenomenon that has immense potential for the healthcare sector.

An interview with Ian Mongrain, Director of Operations at the Beaulieu-Saucier Pharmacogenomics Centre - Thursday 30 January, 2025

Ian Mongrain has directed operations at the Beaulieu-Saucier Pharmacogenomics Centre for more than 10 years. He has borne witness to how the team brings scientific innovations to life every day. He told us how the Biobank works and how, in the near future, the combined strength of ongoing clinical studies and statistical analyses will enable scientists to prevent diseases and provide patients with personalized care.

Interview with Dr. Marie-Pierre Dubé, Director of the MHI’s Beaulieu-Saucier Pharmacogenomics Centre - Wednesday 28 June, 2023

As a distinguished researcher and the director of the Beaulieu-Saucier Pharmacogenomics Centre at the Montreal Heart Institute, Dr. Marie-Pierre Dubé pushes the limits of genetics to understand its wide-ranging impact on health. She took the time to explain the basic principles of precision medicine, which allows doctors to personalize patient treatment by analyzing their genetics.

Foundation - Friday 14 October, 2022

Interview on the future of cardiovascular medicine with Dr. Jean-Claude Tardif, Director of the Montreal Heart Institute’s Research Centre.

Foundation - Friday 26 August, 2022

What will the Institute’s researchers be working on in the coming years? David Rhainds, Deputy Director of the Montreal Heart Institute’s Research Centre, shares an overview of upcoming projects.

Foundation - Thursday 21 July, 2022

While most health care professionals at the Montreal Heart Institute take care of a patient’s heart, Dr. Judith Brouillette, Director of the Psychiatry Department, provides care for their mental well-being.

Foundation - Tuesday 12 July, 2022

Interview with Dr. Denis Roy, winner of the Canadian Cardiovascular Society Research Achievement Award and pillar of the Montreal Heart Institute.

Foundation - Thursday 7 July, 2022

A cardiac surgeon with an impressive backstory, Dr. Walid Ben Ali joined the Montreal Heart Institute in April 2021. Since then, he has been actively researching, creating, and perfecting tools that could revolutionize the world of cardiac surgery in the future. An encounter with an innovation enthusiast!

Foundation - Monday 4 July, 2022

Dr. Jean-François Tanguay and Dr. Philippe Demers tell us how the Institute’s teams are constantly pushing the boundaries of cardiovascular medicine.