Marc-Olivier Dubé - Membre du RQRD

Biography

Marc-Olivier Dubé, PT, PhD, is an Assistant Professor in the School of Rehabilitation Sciences at Université Laval and a researcher at the Centre for Interdisciplinary Research in Rehabilitation and Social Integration (Cirris). A physiotherapist by training, his research aims to improve outcomes and healthcare pathways for people with musculoskeletal conditions, particularly knee osteoarthritis. His work examines how patients’ expectations, beliefs and healthcare experiences influence pain, outcomes and treatment decisions, including the care received following an osteoarthritis diagnosis and while awaiting specialized services. He also develops and evaluates educational and self-management interventions to improve care. His research combines clinical epidemiology, intervention studies, patient-engaged research and knowledge translation.

What is the part of your daily life in the lab/office that you enjoy the most?

What I enjoy most about lab life is the social connection and sense of teamwork that come from working alongside people who share a curiosity for research. I value the informal discussions, exchange of ideas, and collaborative problem-solving that happen within a research team, often these interactions are just as valuable as formal meetings. Being surrounded by students, clinicians, and researchers with different backgrounds and expertise also means there is always something new to learn. I particularly enjoy this constant exchange of perspectives: learning from others, sharing my own experience, and working together toward common goals. For me, a strong lab environment is not only a place where research gets done, but also a community where people learn from and support each other.