Winnipeg Regional health Authority, Canada.
Sébastien Tessier is a distinguished healthcare leader, respiratory therapy expert, and academic with extensive experience in clinical innovation, leadership, and education. He has played a pivotal role in advancing healthcare services, particularly in respiratory therapy and interprofessional collaboration. With a strong background in leadership and healthcare innovation, he currently serves as Director of Clinical Services – Medicine, Family Medicine, and Rehab at the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority. Sébastien is fluent in both English and French and is actively engaged in research, teaching, and professional organizations that shape the future of respiratory therapy and healthcare management.
Profile
Education 🎓
Mr. Sébastien Tessier is a dedicated professional with a strong academic background in business leadership and respiratory therapy. He earned his Master of Business Administration (Leadership) from Dalhousie University in Halifax, NS, between 2019 and 2021. Prior to this, he completed a Bachelor of Respiratory Therapy at the University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, MB, in 2014-2015. His educational journey began at La Cité Collégiale in Ottawa, ON, where he obtained an Advanced Diploma of Respiratory Therapy from 2009 to 2012. With a unique blend of healthcare expertise and leadership training, Mr. Tessier is well-equipped to contribute effectively to both clinical and managerial roles in the healthcare sector.
Professional Experience 👩🏫
Mr. Sébastien Tessier is a healthcare leader with extensive experience in clinical services, innovation, and education. Currently serving as Director of Clinical Service (Medicine, Family Medicine, Rehab) at the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority (2024–Present), he leads healthcare transformation across multiple hospitals and health centers. Previously, he was a Leadership Resident at WRHA (2023–2024), working closely with the CEO on strategic health projects. As Director of Innovation at Centre de Santé – St. Boniface (2022–2023), he spearheaded initiatives to enhance patient care. He is also a Sessional Instructor at the University of Manitoba (2022–Present) and has held key roles in clinical education and healthcare technology with Masimo Canada, Zoll Medical, and Shared Health Manitoba. With expertise in respiratory therapy, neonatal and pediatric critical care, and healthcare innovation, he continues to shape the future of patient care and medical education.
Research Interests 🔬
Sébastien Tessier’s research focuses on respiratory therapy advancements, healthcare innovation, and interprofessional collaboration. His work includes:
Optimization of aerosol drug delivery in pediatric care
Neonatal and pediatric respiratory care advancements
Healthcare leadership and policy innovation
Interprofessional education in respiratory therapy
Awards & Honors 🏆
Children’s Hospital Research Institute of Manitoba – Biology of Breathing Catalyst Grant (2020)
Louis-Phillipe Belisle Scholarship Award for Graduate Studies (2020)
Fellowship of the Canadian Society of Respiratory Therapists (FCSRT) (2020)
Publications 📚
Optimization of Albuterol Delivery via Anesthesia Bag in Pediatric Critical Care (Tessier, S., et al., 2025) – Pharmaceutics
Investigates innovative methods for optimizing albuterol delivery in pediatric critical care.
Enhances drug administration efficiency and patient outcomes.
Optimal Delivery of Aerosolized Medication to Mechanically Ventilated Pediatric and Neonatal Patients: A Scoping Review (Chartrand, L., Tessier, S., et al., 2022) – Canadian Journal of Respiratory Therapy
Reviews best practices for aerosolized medication administration in neonatal and pediatric critical care.
Provides evidence-based recommendations for improving respiratory therapy techniques.