Patrick J. McGrath is a clinical psychologist whose clinical research has alleviated pain and distress in children and families worldwide. His pediatric pain research has focused on the measurement of pain in children who cannot speak for themselves because of age or disability and the treatment of recurrent pain in adolescents. His mental health research involves the development of novel e-health strategies of delivering care to families in a timely way in the privacy and comfort of their homes. His research is supported by the Canadian Institutes of Health Research and other agencies. He has been honoured by appointment to the Order of Canada and recognized by many awards including the Manning Award for Innovation and the Governor General's Award for Innovation.