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Action On Pain

Action On Pain

By: Jennifer Daly-Cyr Keith Meldrum and Virginia McIntyre
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The Action On Pain podcast takes a closer look at the implementation of An Action Plan for Pain in Canada.

Launched by Health Canada to address the needs of people living with pain, the plan set out clear goals for improving prevention, care, education, and research. We review the progress made to date, identify key challenges, and hear from voices across the pain community on what still needs to happen.

Action on Pain is hosted by Jennifer Daly-Cyr, Keith Meldrum, and Virginia McIntyre

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Episodes
  • Bridging Science and Patient Experience in Pain Research with Dr. Nader Ghasemlou
    Oct 14 2025

    In this episode of Action on Pain, Keith, Jennifer, and Virginia speak with Dr. Nader Ghasemlou from Queen’s University about the future of chronic pain research in Canada. Dr. Ghasemlou shares how patient experiences are shaping his lab’s innovative approach, bridging basic science and clinical care. The discussion highlights the importance of collaboration, patient involvement, and increased investment to advance pain management. Listeners gain insight into how research is evolving to better meet the needs of those living with chronic pain.

    Links for this episode:


    Follow Dr. Nader Ghasemlou:

    Queen's University - https://dbms.queensu.ca/faculty/nader-ghasemlou

    Google Scholar - https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=buGLyLEAAAAJ&hl=en

    X - https://x.com/ghasemloulab

    LinkedIn - https://ca.linkedin.com/in/naderghasemlou


    Follow Action On Pain:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/action-on-pain/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actiononpain/


    Follow Virginia:

    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginia-mcintyre-8867a247/

    Website - www.pipain.com

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/virginia_mci/


    Follow Jennifer:

    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdalycyr/

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jen_dalycyr/#


    Follow Keith:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-meldrum-03701734/

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-path-forward-pain

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meldrum_keith/

    Website: https://www.facebook.com/APathFWD


    Follow Chronic Pain Network

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cpn-rdc/posts/?feedView=all

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cpn.rdc


    The Action on Pain podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Chronic Pain Network, a national research and knowledge mobilization network.

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    32 mins
  • Innovative Interdisciplinary Pain Care in Canada with Gabrielle Pagé
    Oct 7 2025

    In this week's episode of Action on Pain, Keith, Jennifer, and Virginia welcome Dr. Gabrielle Pagé to discuss advances in chronic pain care in Canada. Dr. Pagé shares insights on patient-centered research, the impact of stress on pain, and the importance of interdisciplinary care. The conversation highlights challenges in access, the role of psychological support, and the need to reduce stigma. Listeners gain hope from emerging models of care, virtual options, and the value of patient engagement in shaping a more compassionate, effective pain management system.


    Links for this episode:


    Follow Gabrielle Pagé:

    Université de Montréal - https://recherche.umontreal.ca/chercheur/is/in30363/

    McGill University - https://www.mcgill.ca/paincentre/gabrielle-page

    Google Scholar - https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=viE9V7AAAAAJ&hl=en


    Follow Action On Pain:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/action-on-pain/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actiononpain/


    Follow Virginia:

    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginia-mcintyre-8867a247/

    Website - www.pipain.com

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/virginia_mci/


    Follow Jennifer:

    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdalycyr/

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jen_dalycyr/#


    Follow Keith:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-meldrum-03701734/

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-path-forward-pain

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meldrum_keith/

    Website: https://www.facebook.com/APathFWD


    Follow Chronic Pain Network

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cpn-rdc/posts/?feedView=all

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cpn.rdc


    The Action on Pain podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Chronic Pain Network, a national research and knowledge mobilization network.

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    35 mins
  • Advances in Interdisciplinary Pain Care with Norm Buckley
    Sep 30 2025

    In this week's episode, Virginia, Keith, and Jennifer chat with Dr. Norm Buckley to discuss the evolution of chronic pain management in Canada. They explore the history, challenges, and advances in pain care, emphasizing the importance of interdisciplinary approaches and coordinated policy. Dr. Buckley shares insights from his career and highlights the need for integrated, patient-centered care. The episode offers hope and practical information for those living with chronic pain, while underscoring ongoing efforts to improve access and outcomes across the country.

    Links for this episode:


    Follow Norm Buckley:

    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/norm-buckley-7529abb

    CPN - https://cpn-rdc.ca/about/coordinating-centre-contacts/

    McMaster University - https://experts.mcmaster.ca/display/buckleyn


    Follow Action On Pain:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/action-on-pain/

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/actiononpain/


    Follow Virginia:

    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/virginia-mcintyre-8867a247/

    Website - www.pipain.com

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/virginia_mci/


    Follow Jennifer:

    LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenniferdalycyr/

    Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/jen_dalycyr/#


    Follow Keith:

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/keith-meldrum-03701734/

    https://www.linkedin.com/company/a-path-forward-pain

    Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/meldrum_keith/

    Website: https://www.facebook.com/APathFWD


    Follow Chronic Pain Network

    LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cpn-rdc/posts/?feedView=all

    Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cpn.rdc


    The Action on Pain podcast is made possible by the generous support of the Chronic Pain Network, a national research and knowledge mobilization network.


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    46 mins
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