Dr. Jariwala is Head of the Division of Rheumatology, University of Saskatchewan, and The Saskatchewan Health Authority.  He provides expert care to Saskatchewan children with rheumatic diseases and is a dedicated educator.  Dr. Jariwala is a visionary researcher, leading and participating in numerous projects.  

Dr. Kerr is a pediatric rheumatologist in the Division of  Rheumatology, University of Saskatchewan/ Saskatchewan Health Authority. He is dedicated to providing  care for his patients,  teaching the next generation of care providers, and through his research, will help ensure equitable access to care for all patients. 

Dr. Neufeld is a pediatric rheumatologist in the Division of Rheumatology, University of Saskatchewan/Saskatchewan Health Authority.

She provides specialist care to children and their families with rheumatic diseases in Saskatchewan. She is a dedicated educator to medical learners of all levels, and is advancing knowledge through her novel research projects.

Dr. Rosenberg is a pediatric rheumatologist and Director of Research, Division of Rheumatology, Department of Pediatrics, University of Saskatchewan.  He established the Saskatchewan pediatric rheumatology patient care, teaching, and research programs in 1981.

It is with deep sadness we announce the passing of Joan Dietz in December 2025.  For many years Joan was the Division of Pediatric Rheumatology's  Research Nurse Coordinator.  With her vast experience, Joan helped coordinate and conduct many research projects in the Pediatric Rheumatology Research IDEA Lab including those which are currently underway. Through her dedicated clinical care and research Joan improved the lives of children and families. 

Fahmid is the IDEA Lab's Research Officer.  He provides  administrative support for the laboratory and coordinates and conducts laboratory-based experiments. He contributes to data analysis and interpretation and prepares materials for publication.

Leah, who has many years of nursing experience and a background in kinesiology, provides comprehensive care for Saskatchewan children with rheumatic diseases. Leah was the first pediatric rheumatology nurse to attain training and qualifications as an Advanced Care Practitioner in Arthritis Care.

Kimber, a nurse in our Division of Pediatric Rheumatology, is actively involved in providing clinical care and education for children, teens, and families in Saskatchewan who are affected by a rheumatic disease.  

Anne is a clinical research nurse who contributes to IDEA Lab projects by assisting investigators in conducting studies and guiding children and families when they are research participants. 

Kristy is the Division of Rheumatology's Administrative Coordinator.  Kristy assists in organizing and recording  IDEA Lab team meetings and scheduling and coordinating visits for research study participants. 

Trent is a university student who has experience with child- and adolescent-related rheumatic diseases.  Trent brings a unique perspective that helps guide and inspire innovative research activities. 

Emma is a  recent biomedical science graduate.  She has lived experience with childhood arthritis and has been an active participant and advisor for an array of research-related activities. Emma provides important guidance for the IDEA Lab's research and communication strategies.   

Heather, who has lived experiences with childhood arthritis, is a powerful advocate for increasing awareness of childhood arthritis and ensuring that research activities and results are relevant and  effectively communicated to end-users and supporters.   

With her lived experiences with rheumatic diseases, her nursing background, and her professional communication expertise, Becki brings a unique set of skills that are inspiring and guiding the IDEA Lab's research activities and knowledge mobilization initiatives. 

Yara is a medical student at the University of Saskatchewan. She prepares, maintains and updates the social media pages, and the IDEA lab website. She also contributes to various IDEA lab projects.

The IDEA Lab team is grateful to the  patients and families who contribute to advancing knowledge about childhood rheumatic diseases by participating in research.  We are also grateful to the many local, national, and international scientists and patient and family advisors who collaborate with us.