Free Registration & Light Lunch Provided! Sponsored by the Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network Overview: The 1/2 day workshop will be a mix of theory and practical activities. The Introduction to Supported Conversation for Adults With Aphasia or SCA is designed to help people who “know more than they can say” express their opinions and feelings in a way that makes them feel valued & heard. Through the program’s techniques, conversation partners such as family members, health care providers, or friends,…
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You are invited to a Heart & Stroke Webinar on the 6th edition of the Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations- Secondary Prevention of Stroke. Presenter: Dr. Ted Wein Assistant Professor of Neurology and Neurosurgery, McGill University Stroke Prevention Clinic, Montreal General Hospital Location: TBRMC- Room 202C POSTER
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This course provides an opportunity for health care professionals to gain insight into the basic principles of the NDT approach and how it is applied to clinical practice to promote recovery in individuals with neurological impairments. Current theoretical foundations and evidence supporting an NDT approach will be presented as well as specific and practical information about the management of the adult neurological patient. Participants must be a registered physical therapist, occupational therapist, speech language pathologist or therapy/rehab assistant. For more…
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Join us for this one-day conference designed to support ongoing learning for physical rehabilitation professionals. Conference participants will have the opportunity to: Stay informed of best practices and quality-based procedures in neurology, orthopaedics, medically complex care, geriatric care and clinical education Learn new clinical skills and outcome measures Network with other rehabilitation professionals See poster for all details. POSTER
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Winter is Coming! Let’s Stay Active in our Community! Presented by: Debbie Ward, Community Health Worker & Karen Greenfield, Community Health Nurse NorWest Community Health Centre Join us for an afternoon with Debbie and Karen as they highlight some great ways and community resources/programs for staying active during the winter months. Being active and participating in some social activities around town will help put some fun into your cold, dark and snowy days ahead! POSTER
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The Southwestern Ontario Stroke Network invites you to participate in Provincial Stroke Rounds via videoconference or webcast: Please join this upcoming CME – accredited stroke education videoconference. Topic: Outpatient/Community Stroke Rehabilitation: Evaluating a Model System of Home and Hospital-Based Outpatient Therapy Presenter: Dr. R. Teasell Host Site: Parkwood Institute (system #0396) Objectives: At the end of this presentation, the target audience will be able to: - Explain the importance of outpatient/community stroke rehabilitation. - Describe…
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Heart & Stroke Clinical Update Dec. 8-9, 2017 (Pre-conference Dec. 7) Hilton Toronto Downtown The 48th Heart & Stroke Clinical Update was held on December 8 and 9th in Toronto. Outstanding sessions by renowned researchers and experts from multiple disciplines provided cutting edge science updates and practical approaches to the prevention and management of heart disease and stroke. Slides of the various sessions are available at: http://www.heartandstroke.ca/what-we-do/for-professionals/continuing-education/clinical-update/clinical-update-2017-presentations
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Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations Webinar Invitation Join us for an upcoming webinar on Monday December 11th at 12:00pm PST/3:00pmEST - 1:00pmPST/4:00pmEST. Room: 3004A in person at TBRHSC site. Incidence and Secondary Prevention of Stroke during Pregnancy This past Friday The Heart & Stroke Canadian Stroke Best Practice Consensus Statement: Secondary Stroke Prevention during Pregnancy was released. This statement provides the first broad-based, stroke-specific guidance around secondary stroke prevention in pregnancy. The first part of a two part series, this…
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By the end of the program, participants will be able to: Discuss the benefits of mindfulness for our patients. Incorporate mindfulness into our practice to improve effectiveness and manage stress Identify resources for continuing education and support on the topic of mindfulness. This presentation is provided by Dr. Mandy McMahan View Attachment
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Objectives - Participants will be able to: 1) identify a wilderness environment , 2) name unique challenges which affect management of common medical problems in the wilderness, 3) know specific strategies to adapt treatment to better care for patients in the resource poor environment. “The Department of Internal Medicine Monthly Rounds is a self-approved group learning activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.” Education Details Date:…
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Brain Injury Association - Social and Support Group Offering Education, Activities, Support and Socialization for people with Brain Injuries and their family / caregivers. Concurrent Drop-in Groups for Survivors and Caregivers. All are welcome! TIME: 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. LOCATION: Partners In Rehab, 79 N. Court Street, (Across from Safeway on Court) COST: Free FOR INFORMATION: Karen Pontello (807) 683-9500
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Registration: Online registration (including credit card number in case of cancellation) is required. Textbooks can be purchased from Season’s Gift Shop. A limited number of textbooks are available for loan through the TBRHSC Library. Target Audience: This interprofessional program is intended for health care providers who want to learn the fundamental concepts of neonatal resuscitation. Description: The program consists of 2 parts. Self-Study of the 7thedition Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation (2016) and successful completion of the NRP online examination is required prior to attending the course. Participation…
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The new BLS course is a video-based, Instructor-led course that teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both in-facility and prehospital settings, with a focus on high-quality CPR and team dynamics. The new BLS Provider course, based on the 2015 Guidelines, replaces the BLS for Healthcare Providers course, while offering the high-quality education you’d expect from the Heart and Stroke Foundation. View Attachment To sign up for this event please go HERE
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Registration: Online registration (including credit card number in case of cancellation) is required. Textbooks can be purchased from Season’s Gift Shop. A limited number of textbooks are available for loan through the TBRHSC Library. Target Audience: This interprofessional program is intended for health care providers who want to learn the fundamental concepts of neonatal resuscitation. Description: The program consists of 2 parts. Self-Study of the 7thedition Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation (2016) and successful completion of the NRP online examination is required prior to attending the course. Participation…
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The new BLS course is a video-based, Instructor-led course that teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both in-facility and prehospital settings, with a focus on high-quality CPR and team dynamics. The new BLS Provider course, based on the 2015 Guidelines, replaces the BLS for Healthcare Providers course, while offering the high-quality education you’d expect from the Heart and Stroke Foundation. View Attachment To sign up for this event please go HERE
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Survivors and Care Partners, please join us this month meeting. January: “So why am I taking this? Medications for Survivors of Stroke ” Meeting are the fourth Thursday of the month After the presentation we’ll have some time to mingle and have refreshments together. Time: 1:30 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. Location: Auditorium, Thunder Bay 55+ Centre, 700 River Street Info: Call Todd : 345-6595 ext. 105 or tkennedy@marchofdimes.ca POSTER
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Registration: Online registration (including credit card number in case of cancellation) is required. Textbooks can be purchased from Season’s Gift Shop. A limited number of textbooks are available for loan through the TBRHSC Library. Target Audience: This interprofessional program is intended for health care providers who want to learn the fundamental concepts of neonatal resuscitation. Description: The program consists of 2 parts. Self-Study of the 7thedition Textbook of Neonatal Resuscitation (2016) and successful completion of the NRP online examination is required prior to attending the course. Participation…
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The Lead II ECG Interpretation course reviews basic cardiac anatomy, physiology, and electrophysiology and teaches ECG rhythm, acquisition, and identification. It is required that you prepare for the course in advance by studying the information in the course textbook, reading the recommended chapters, completing the elearning modules, and spending some time practicing ECG rhythm recognition using the textbook. With advance preparation you will be able to complete the course with greater comprehension and retention. Refer to the course syllabus for…
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This is a two day course starting Friday, February 2nd at 08:30h-16:30h and Saturday February 3rd at 08:30-16:30h in Aud B. Target Audience: This course is designed for healthcare providers who either direct or participate in the management and assessment of critically ill paediatric patients. To sign up for this event please go HERE
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The new BLS course is a video-based, Instructor-led course that teaches both single-rescuer and team basic life support skills for application in both in-facility and prehospital settings, with a focus on high-quality CPR and team dynamics. The new BLS Provider course, based on the 2015 Guidelines, replaces the BLS for Healthcare Providers course, while offering the high-quality education you’d expect from the Heart and Stroke Foundation. View Attachment To sign up for this event please go HERE
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