Claudia Leavens, PhD
About Claudia Leavens, PhD
Claudia Leavens, PhD, is the Manager of Data Services at TELUS Health in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She has over a decade of experience in healthcare and medical physics, including roles at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and Princess Margaret Hospital.
Current Position at Telus Health
Claudia Leavens, PhD, currently holds the position of Manager Data Services at Telus Health in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She has been managing data services at TELUS Health since June 2020. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing data-related operations and ensuring efficient data management for Telus Health's services.
Previous Role at Telus Health
Prior to her current role, Claudia Leavens worked as a Senior Consultant in Provider Solutions at Telus Health from 2015 to 2020. Over these five years, she focused on developing and implementing solutions for healthcare providers, leveraging her extensive expertise in healthcare and data services.
Experience in Medical Physics at Sunnybrook
Claudia Leavens has a strong background in medical physics, having worked as a Medical Physicist and Clinical Researcher at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre from 2011 to 2015. During her four years at Sunnybrook, she was involved in clinical research and applied medical physics to improve patient care and healthcare outcomes.
Medical Physics Residency at Princess Margaret Hospital
Claudia Leavens undertook a Medical Physics Residency at Princess Margaret Hospital, part of the University Health Network, from 2008 to 2011. This three-year residency provided her with extensive training and hands-on experience in medical physics, preparing her for advanced roles in healthcare.
Educational Background in Medical Biophysics and Engineering Physics
Claudia Leavens earned her PhD in Medical Biophysics from the University of Toronto, completing her studies from 2001 to 2007. Her academic journey also includes a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering Physics from Queen's University, which she attained from 1997 to 2001. This strong educational foundation has equipped her with both theoretical knowledge and practical skills in medical and engineering physics.