Bruneau Marie-Andrée
Contact information
(514) 340-2800 poste 3515
ma.bruneau@videotron.ca
Biography
Dr. Marie-Andrée Bruneau, MD, MSc, FRCPC, is a clinical full professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Addictology at Université de Montréal. she obtained her medical degree and MSc in biomedical sciences from Université de Montréal, followed by residency training in psychiatry at McGill University and subspecialty certification in geriatric psychiatry in 2013 and acted as a geriatric psychiatrist with over two decades of experience,
Dr. Bruneau has contributed extensively to the advancement of care and knowledge related to the behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD). Her academic and clinical career has included numerous appointments in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and university teaching roles. She is a recognized leader in the development of innovative clinical practices, notably through telepsychiatry, interdisciplinary care, and digital tools for training healthcare workers and supporting caregivers.
She has received research funding from national and provincial agencies including the CIHR, FRQS, CRIUGM, RQRV, CAREC, and CCNA. Over the past ten years, she has contributed to over 20 peer-reviewed, competitively funded research projects, several of which she led as principal investigator. Her work has resulted in practical tools, such as a web-based training platform on BPSD (capsulesscpd.ca), widely used across Quebec, and knowledge transfer initiatives targeting both healthcare professionals and the public.
Research interests
Dr. Bruneau’s research program bridges clinical psychiatry, aging, and innovation, with a strong emphasis on applied research and patient-centered care in older adults. Her main research areas include:
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Evaluation and management of behavioral and psychological symptoms of dementia (BPSD);
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Non-pharmacological and pharmacological interventions in long-term care;
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Telehealth solutions to improve access to specialized psychiatric care for the elderly;
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Development of training and educational platforms for healthcare workers and caregivers;
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Use of wearable and sensor-based technologies to monitor neuropsychiatric symptoms;
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Promotion of interdisciplinary and intersectoral collaboration in geriatric mental health;
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Translation of research into clinical guidelines and public policy, including contributions to the Quebec Alzheimer Plan and national guidelines for dementia care.
Her research is characterized by a strong focus on implementation science, interdisciplinary collaboration, and a commitment to improving care for older adults with neuropsychiatric disorders.
Keywords: geriatric psychiatry, dementia, BPSD, long-term care, telehealth, non-pharmacological interventions, aging, clinical innovation, caregiver support, mental health in older adults
