Child Health & Exercise Medicine Program
McMaster's Child Health & Exercise Medicine Program is advancing child health through research, education, and clinical care.
We research physical activity and fitness in children of all health statuses and abilities. Our research studies are conducted under the supervision of Dr. Brian Timmons and Dr. Joyce Obeid.
We use this research to educate the public and health care providers by providing up-to-date information and resources on how to make the most out of physical activity.
We provide scientific and educational support to the Exercise Medicine Clinic at McMaster Children's Hospital.
Latest News
- Hilary Caldwell awarded a CIHR Health System Impact Fellowship.
- Findings physical activity and cardiovascular health in preschoolers from the HOPP Study receive media attention.
- CHEMP has had a busy spring! Check out the news page for more on our awards, presentations, and new team members.
- Dr. Joyce Obeid awarded an Exploration Grant from the New Frontiers Research Fund.
- Mila Bjelica interviewed about BOOST study for radio progam.
- Bhanu Sharma publishes review paper on concussion/tramatic brain injury and exercise.
- Sara King-Dowling publishes study on physical activity in preschoolers with Developmental Coordination Disorder.
- CHEMP and MacData Institute are 'measuring the power of play'.
- New issue of Preschooler Focus released on sugar-sweetened beverages.
- CHEMP is now on social media. Follow us on Twitter and Facebook.
- For more news, check out our news section.
Participants needed!
We are looking for children to participate in our research studies. Find out more about participating in our research studies.
Exercise Medicine Clinic
Did you know that McMaster Children's Hospital has an Exercise Medicine Clinic? Learn more about McMaster Children's Hospital's Exercise Medicine Clinic.
Social media
Follow us on Twitter (@CHEMPLab) and Facebook (CHEMP Lab) for exciting new information and resources relating to child health, physical activity, and fitness.
Contact us
Do not hesitate to contact us if you cannot find what you are looking for, or if you have questions for our team.