Research overview

Dr. Moulton’s research program focuses on understanding the complexity of surgical judgement, the development of surgical expertise, and underlying causes of surgical error. By understanding these factors, our goal is to translate findings to better inform medical education, practice and policy, and ultimately lead to better patient care.

Learn more about individual research projects below.

Beyond the checklist: team situation awareness in the OR

Aliya Ramjaun, MD, CFPC; Melanie Hammond Mobilio, MA; Nicole Wright, MA; Maria Masella, MN; Adam Snyman, MD, FRCPC; Cyril Serrick, MSc, CPC, CCP; Carol-anne Moulton, MD, PhD. The surgical safety checklist has been credited with improving team situation awareness in the operating room. While the surgical safety checklist may support team situation awareness at the outset…