Research & Academic Contributions
Dr. McQuillan’s research focuses on improving healthcare quality, patient safety, and clinical outcomes in nephrology and general medicine.
Overview of Research & Scholarship
Dr. McQuillan has published extensively in leading peer-reviewed medical journals and has contributed chapters to nephrology and internal medicine textbooks. His work has been presented at major international conferences, and he has been invited as a speaker at academic institutions worldwide.
His research has focused on improving healthcare quality and patient safety, with particular emphasis on practical interventions that enhance patient outcomes in nephrology and general medicine.
Research Interests
Dr. McQuillan’s academic interests reflect his commitment to advancing patient care through evidence-based practice, clinical innovation, and high-quality medical education.
Healthcare Quality Improvement & Patient Safety
Research focused on developing practical interventions that reduce risk, streamline care pathways, and improve patient outcomes.
Dialysis and Kidney Replacement Therapy
Work examining best practices in dialysis delivery, safety processes, and quality improvement within haemodialysis units.
Medical Education and Simulation-based Learning
Research exploring the effectiveness of simulation, scenario-based training, and competency development for medical trainees.
Point-of-care Ultrasound
Investigations into training models and clinical integration of ultrasound to enhance bedside diagnosis and decision-making.
Interventional Nephrology
Research into procedural safety, training, and outcomes related to vascular access and other interventional nephrology practices.
Polypharmacy and Deprescribing
Studies aimed at reducing medication burden, improving safety, and optimising pharmacological care for complex patients.
Academic Appointments
Dr McQuillan has held a range of academic and teaching roles across internationally recognised institutions, contributing to medical education, clinical training, and healthcare quality research.
Associate Professor of Medicine
University of Toronto
Director, VA Quality Scholars Programme
Dept. of Veteran Affairs, Toronto
Consultant Nephrologist
University Health Network, Toronto
Selected Publications
Below is a selection of Dr. McQuillan’s peer-reviewed research, reflecting his focus on quality improvement, patient safety, and innovation in nephrology care.