Patient Research Partner
Ms. Judy Wang
Education
- Master's of Science (MSc), Collaborative Specialization in Neuroscience, University of Toronto, Toronto, Ontario, 2027 (In progress)
- Honours Bachelor of Medical Sciences (BMSc), Specialization in One Health, Western University, London, Ontario, 2024
External Links
UHN KITE Research Institute Trainee
Toronto General Hospital (Prosserman Family Neuromuscular Clinic), Speech Production Lab: Graduate Student Researcher
International Hyperhidrosis Society: Engagement and Outreach Coordinator
Areas of Interest
- Dermatology
- Hyperhidrosis
- Neurodegenerative and neuromuscular disease
- Implementation science
Biography
Judy is a current MSc candidate at the University of Toronto’s Rehabilitation Sciences Institute who is passionate about patient-centered research in neurology. Having lived with severe palmar plantar hyperhidrosis her whole life, she was inspired to advocate for the condition and share helpful resources through community groups and online networks. She is now the Engagement and Outreach coordinator at the International Hyperhidrosis Society, and has partnered with the Canadian Skin Patient Alliance (CSPA) to share her story in their Canadian Skin Magazine.