Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc

Katharine Chan, MSc, BSc, PMP, is a freelance writer with over 15 years of experience in British Columbia’s healthcare system. She has led patient safety investigations, quality improvement projects, and change management initiatives in mental health, women’s health, and emergency services.

Katharine holds a master of science in health sciences and a bachelor of science in biomedical physiology and kinesiology from Simon Fraser University. She is certified in project management (PMP), Prosci change management, and health quality improvement through Health Quality BC’s Quality Academy.

Katharine specializes in translating complex health information and scientific research into clear, relatable content that engages a wide audience. Her areas of expertise include mental health, parenting, public health, and patient safety. She has contributed to major platforms such as Verywell Mind, Psychedelic Support, HuffPost Canada, CBC Parents, Family Education, Mamamia Australia, WordWorks Magazine, and CafeMom. She also conducts expert interviews and creates SEO-optimized, evidence-based content to support informed decision-making.

A Chinese Canadian author, Katharine has published three books, including How to Deal With Asian Parents, and four guided journals, including 60 Feelings to Feel and How to Deal With Asian Parents: The Workbook. Through her platform, Sum on Sleeve, she shares honest reflections about culture, relationships, and healing from intergenerational trauma. Her writing aims to empower readers — especially those from cultures that suppress emotional expression — to better understand and articulate their inner experiences.

• Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biomedical Physiology and Kinesiology, Simon Fraser University, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada
• Master of Science (MS) in Health Science, Simon Fraser University

• Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Management Institute
• Prosci Change Management Certification, Prosci
• Quality Academy, Health Quality BC
• 5/5/5 Coaching Skills Training Program, Coaching Out of the Box