Dr. Kim Ritchie is an Assistant Professor at Trent University and holds an Adjunct position in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neuroscience at McMaster University. Since 2020, she has been co-leading a national study examining the mental health impacts of COVID-19 on healthcare providers.

In addition, Kim is a Registered Nurse with over 20 years of experience in direct care and clinical leadership roles, primarily focusing on mental health and geriatric mental health. She completed a PhD in Rehabilitation Science from Queen’s University, and currently conducts research on PTSD, trauma, and moral injury in military/veterans, healthcare providers, and public safety personnel.