Who We Are

The Institute for Reconstructive Sciences in Medicine, also known asiRSM is an internationally recognized clinic and research institute primarily specializing in the reconstruction of head and neck of patients who have undergone cancer surgery.

Established in 1993, iRSM was founded through a partnership between Covenant Health, Alberta Health Services and the University of Alberta.

Based at the Misericordia Hospital in Edmonton, Alberta, iRSM is an Integrated Practice Unit meaning a dedicated, multidisciplinary team composed of surgeons, specialty physicians, researchers, healthcare practitioners, technicians and administrators working together to provide care to a patient for his/her full cycle of care.

Patient care encompasses outpatient, inpatient, and rehabilitative care as well as supporting services such as patient education, engagement, and patient follow-up.

To learn more about iRSM and what we offer, please review our Strategic Plan .

 History

Established in 1993, iRSM was founded through a partnership between Covenant Health, Alberta Health Services and the University of Alberta.

iRSM has its origins in head and neck reconstruction and rehabilitation. Its international reputation for innovation and advances in patient care and research has been earned by combining expertise across multiple disciplines such as surgery, medicine, dentistry, rehabilitation medicine, engineering and computing science to create a fully integrated environment for clinical care, research, education and training in reconstructive medicine and technology. As an international referral center, iRSM is a leader in the complex area of osseointegration (bone) implanted devices for prosthetic replacement of skull and facial defects resulting from cancer, trauma and congenital conditions.

iRSM’s reputation as a pioneer in the application of advanced technologies to support clinical and research activities is supported through a number of major collaborative relationships with leading institutions throughout the world.