Grant: Team Grant - SPOR iCT Rewarding Success - Phase 3 - Manitoba

Manitoba has many computerized health databases but they are largely disconnected from one another. 'Data-fragmentation' limits the capacity of the health system, and leads to inefficiencies in the delivery of healthcare. Partnering with Manitoba's Ministry of Health (Manitoba Health, Seniors and Active Living), we propose the creation of a scalable and sustainable integrated health data platform that connects the many Provincial Health databases. To show the value and expansion potential of such an integrated/connected health platform, we will complete three innovative demonstration projects, each of which will address one of Manitoba's stated health priorities. The first demonstration trial (TRACTION) will show how an integrated data platform can enable the conduct of large clinical trials that will inform best practice. The trial will also show how an inexpensive drug can reduce blood transfusion and costs associated with blood transfusion. The second innovative demonstration trial (Home First) will show how, using integrated data to target at-risk populations, assisted home dialysis will improve patient outcomes and decrease costs to the healthcare system. The third demonstration trial (CAPTAIN) will show how an integrated health data platform can improve the cancer journey for patients newly diagnosed with cancer. Each innovative clinical trial has been developed with multiple stakeholders including patients. A portion of the economic benefits derived from each trial will be used to conduct further studies that will expand the capabilities of the integrated data platform while addressing Provincial health priorities. The creation of an integrated Health data platform will be a transformative undertaking for Manitoba. The integrated data platform will increase Manitoba's ability to make evidence-informed health decisions, help improve patient-centred outcomes, and will promote the sustainability of our healthcare system.