Dr. Copeland provides strategic leadership in clinical standardization, change management and IT governance across complex hospital systems in Canada and the U.S. As an emergency physician, medical psychotherapist and certified medical informatics specialist, she helps healthcare organizations optimize the adoption of shared EHRs and digital platforms. Dr. Copeland advocates for clinician involvement in digital transformation and strong data governance, especially as AI and virtual care become integral to healthcare delivery. Her leadership ensures that technology advances translate into improved patient outcomes and clinician satisfaction. She also champions gender equity in healthcare leadership, co-founding Ontario, Canada’s female CMIOs group to support women in health IT.
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Becker's Recognition
Laura Copeland, MDhas been named a Becker's honoree on the lists below.
2025 Winner

