Presented by Destination Thunder Bay & Supported by Thunder Bay Transit Join our Special Tour Guide, Kerry Berlinquette of Destination Thunder Bay on a fun filled city wide bus tour. Destination Thunder Bay has been providing tours of our community for visitors from around the world. Rediscover or discover Thunder Bay in a way you never had before and visit some of the great spaces our city has to offer such as the Amethyst Shop and Factory, Hillcrest Park, The…
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Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network presents: Neuroscience Grand Rounds “An Interesting Case in Neurology” Thunder Bay Regional Medical Centre - Room 202C Presented by: Dr. Kerrilyn Stinson, PGY1- Psychiatry Northern Ontario School of Medicine Please bring your own lunch POSTER
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NOTICE OF MONTHLY MEETING — AFTER STROKE SERVICES Thunder Bay Peer Support Chapter (Stroke Recovery Network) Mapping A Stroke Survivor's Journey in Northwestern Ontario Keli Cristofaro and Esme French—NWO Regional Stroke Network Join Esme and Keli, representing the Patient Journey Project Team, to walk you and your family through the newly created stroke map as you navigate your stroke recovery journey ahead. This session will involve a brief educational presentation with interactive group work to help stimulate conversation and support.…
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REGISTRATION IS OPEN! EVENT: NDT/Bobath Certificate Course in the Management of Adults with Stroke and Brain Injury DATES: Part 1: Thurs Oct 11-Sun Oct 14, 2018 Part 2: Thurs Oct 25 - Sun Oct 28, 2018 Part 3: Fri Nov 9 - Mon Nov 12, 2018 Part 4: Thurs Nov 29 - Sun Dec 2, 2018 LOCATION: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute, 2nd Floor Auditorium FOR MORE INFORMATION: Phone: (416) 597-3422 ext. 3448 Email: conferences@uhn.ca Website: Click here Highlights: Since 1983, the Physiotherapy Department…
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Sensory Retraining following Stroke: Neuroscience Foundations, New Evidence and Application to Clinical Practice October 15 - 16, 2018 | 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM www.sensoryrehabilitation.com Click here for more information
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WELCOME LETTER On behalf of the World Stroke Organization and the Canadian Stroke Consortium, we extend our warmest welcome to the 11th World Stroke Congress (WSC) in Montreal, Canada October 17-20, 2018. This major Congress will be returning to North America for the first time in more than 12 years. Montreal is a vibrant, cosmopolitan city which was founded in the 17th century and is pleased to welcome visitors in English and French. The Congress will be held in an…
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We hope you can join us for the upcoming Encounters in Bioethics presentation and discussion session. Details are provided below and in the attached poster. Please note the times and venues. POSTER Live webcast: The October 25th session will also be available by live webcast. Free to participate in, and easy-to-access using your PC, smartphone or tablet. Go to http://webcast.otn.ca/mywebcast?id=95581145
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Greetings Everyone! Here is what to expect at the October meeting: Music Therapy Workshop Facilitated by Erin Stacknick, MTA (Music Therapist Accredited) By the Bay Music Therapy Please join us as Erin teaches us a little about music therapy and how it can benefit you and/or a loved one during the recovery journey. Share your love of music through singing, moving, and exploring a variety of instruments. There is no pressure in participating and no previous music experience is required.…
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Thursday, October 25th, 2pm ET https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/667426173 POSTER Motor recovery after stroke: conceptual puzzle, pragmatic challenge John W. Krakauer, MA, MD Johns Hopkins University, School of Medicine, Department of Neurology Basic science in animal models suggests a way forward for human neurorehabilitation: higher doses and intensities of therapy, especially early after stroke. But what should the therapy consist of and how should we measure its efficacy? _______________________________________________ The lecture will be held at Johns Hopkins University. However, it will be broadcast live…
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POSTER Please join us for the CANN annual Fall Update on FRIDAY, OCTOBER 26TH Early Bird tickets are on sale until October 11th! Tickets are $115 for non-members. Members save $25 per ticket. Not a member? Consider joining CANN today and become part of an organization seeking excellence in the care of neuroscience patients Attendees are treated to an excellent line up of topics and experts in addition to breakfast, lunch & nutrition breaks Register now at Eventbrite
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Now accepting program applications for Winter/Spring 2019 This online graduate level credit certificate is an inter-disciplinary stroke rehabilitation program designed to address the learning needs of rehabilitation clinicians across the continuum of care. This program provides high quality post-professional education on best-practices and evidence-based guidelines in stroke rehabilitation which will help to increase effectiveness and efficiency in helping stroke survivors to regain function and re-integrate into their home and community lives. Please contact sdrefs@ualberta.ca for information about the next offering of the…
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POSTER Please join this upcoming CME – accredited stroke education videoconference: Provincial Stroke Rounds Topic: Stroke Prevention Clinics: Best Practice and Beyond Presenter: Dr. Demetrios Sahlas & Lisa Fronzi Videoconference Event ID #: 94131051 Host Site: Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre TBY_TBRH_0055_TBR_11 Webcast: Live& Archived Supporting documents for this event are attached. * If you would like to register your site: Contact your OTN Telehealth Coordinator to reserve your system. (Further videoconference and webcast details are on the attached…
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Join us for this conference to network and receive updates on best practices, Health Quality Ontario standards, new models of care and clinical skills. DATE: Thursday, Nov 15th 12-5 PM Friday, Nov 16th, 8 AM - 12 PM LOCATION: St. Joseph’s Hospital Conference Rm A, East Wing, Level 0 CITY: Thunder Bay, ON AGENDA POSTER
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Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations Webinar Invitation Spasticity - The who, why, when and how Date Thursday November 15, 2018 Time 12:00 - 13:00 EST Presenter Theodore Wein MD, FRCPC Assistant Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery, McGill University Stroke Prevention Clinic, Montreal General Hospital Intended Audience Healthcare providers caring for stroke patients across all settings (acute, rehabilitation, prevention, community), system leaders and funders involved in planning and service delivery for people impacted by stroke, Heart and Stroke staff,…
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You are invited to attend the following presentation: Topic: "NWORSN Research Presented at the 11th World Stroke Congress" Location: TBRMC-ROOM-202A Video Conference Speakers: Keli Cristofaro, Dr. M Sweet, Dr. Hassan, Sheri Maltais, Esme French Available by OTN videoconference and Live Webcast. See attached poster for details. POSTER
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NOTICE OF MONTHLY MEETING — AFTER STROKE SERVICES Thunder Bay Peer Support Chapter (Stroke Recovery Network) Transportation Planning After Stroke Dana Earle, Thunder Bay Transit Lori Knott, Partners in Rehab Please join us for an informative and interactive session with Dana and Lori as we discuss community transportation options, creating a personal plan for your transportation needs, drivers skills training and license testing after a stroke. Light refreshments and an opportunity to mingle with other survivors and caregivers will follow…
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November 23, 2018 BMO Education & Conference Centre Learn about current and emerging research and the uptake of innovative practices specific to balance, mobility, and physical activity/fitness assessment and training within clinical populations, with specific focus on those with neurological conditions and older adults. REGISTRATION & CALL FOR ABSTRACTS ARE OPEN Early Bird Rates End Oct 12! Click here for more information.
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Save the Date: 12:00-13:00h Title: When Stroke is the Life Altering or Ending Event 13:00-14:00h Title: Case Reviews Speaker: Dr. W. Oczkowski.
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Your Life: Looking Back, Moving Forward Do you work with clients who have challenges communicating ‘who they were before’ they had a stroke, have aphasia, mild dementia are not fluent in English or have other communication disorders (such as hearing loss or motor speech difficulties.) We have an effective program tool for you. Description This one day on-site training workshop will provide Recreationists and Activationists with the knowledge and skills to work with clients with communication challenges to co-construct their…
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A Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Stroke and Healthy Lifestyles funded program to promote a healthy diet after stroke and heart disease. Learn how to prepare tasty, easy and affordable meals and snacks. Presented by TBRHSC Registered Dietitians: Sheri Maltais and Nicole Strong CONTACT TODD KENNEDY TO REGISTER: 807.345.6595 EXT 105 SPOTS ARE LIMITED DATE: NOVEMBER 28, 2018, TIME: 1:30—3:30 LOCATION: ROOTS TO HARVEST KITCHEN, 450 FORT WILLIAM ROAD, THUNDER BAY COST: FREE POSTER
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