Welcome to the Centre for Healthcare Engineering!

Engineering a better healthcare system

We pioneer data-driven research to improve system efficiency and enhance patient care.

The Centre for Healthcare Engineering (CHE) at the University of Toronto provides a bridge between academia and the healthcare sector, translating the latest research findings to impact practice and offering educational opportunities for students and practitioners.

Are you a healthcare provider looking for technical or research assistance in healthcare engineering?

A variety of options are available at CHE. Please see the page on opportunities for healthcare providers or the brief description in the following Project Request Form.

News

Examples of human factor research at the Centre for Healthcare Engineering

May 9, 2026

Recent posters presenting human factor research conducted jointly by the University of Toronto and William Osler Health System include: Kanaan, […]

Rotman Event – 9th Annual Research Roundtable: Data Analytics in Healthcare (June 3)

April 29, 2026

This annual research roundtable brings together leading scholars, clinicians, policymakers, and industry experts to explore how data analytics and operational […]

University of Toronto Healthcare Engineering Symposium (June 5): Registration Now Open

April 23, 2026

Registration is now open. This special symposium brings together colleagues, collaborators, distinguished researchers, and former students to celebrate Professor Michael […]

Rotman Event – Impact Talks: Picture of Health (May 25)

April 21, 2026

Event Synopsis: If we were to rebuild healthcare in Canada from scratch, what would it look like—and what would it […]

Job Opportunity – Specialist, Process Modernization (CIHI)(April 20)

April 7, 2026

The Specialist, Process Modernization supports modernization initiatives within the CCE portfolio by facilitating the assessment, redesign and improvement of operational […]

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Other healthcare industry opportunities

Learn about some of the tools developed at the Centre for Healthcare Engineering.

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