• Spasticity – The who, why, when and how – CSBPR Webinar

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    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 […]

  • Zimmer Biomet Institute Speaker Series

    Recurring
    Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - Auditorium A - 980 Oliver Road

    This educational training event is designed for the healthcare professional for a comprehensive update on the strategies and solutions as well as an understanding of the latest Zimmer Biomet technologies and techniques for the surgical treatment in hip arthroplasty procedures. Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre 3021 – Staff Education Auditorium A/B (both) 980 Oliver […]

  • NWORSN Research Presented at the 11th World Stroke Congress

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    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

  • ACLS Provider Course – November 22nd and 23rd, 2018

    Recurring
    Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - Auditorium A - 980 Oliver Road

    Health Care Providers who take this course must complete and pass the Precourse Self-Assessment with a score of 70% or higher, have a current Heart and Stroke Foundation BLS course completion card and be proficient in the following: Performing high-quality BLS skills as per the 2015 Guideline updates for CPR and ECC Basic ECG interpretation […]

  • Thunder Bay Peer Support Chapter (Stroke Recovery Network)

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    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 […]

  • Innovations in Balance, Mobility and Fitness: The Link to Clinical Practice

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    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 […]

  • Customized Program for Recreationists/Activationists-Creating the Opportunity for Clients to tell their story

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    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 […]

  • Mental Health Act vs. Health Care Consent Act

    Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - Auditorium B - 980 Oliver Road

    A look at patients who are incapable for treatment decisions Learning Objectives • Able to identify similarities and differences between MHA and HCCA in approach to incapable patients • Understand the process of using MHA and HCCA in patients who are found to be incapable • Acquire introductory to working knowledge on Capacity issues under […]

  • Cooking Together – A Holiday Cooking Program for Heart & Stroke Survivors and Caregivers

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    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: […]

  • Care for People with Dementia: A case based discussion

    Recurring
    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Encounters in Bioethics 2018-2019 presents: Care for People with Dementia: A case based discussion Wednesday, November 28 2018, 7pm-9pm Thunder Bay 55 Plus Centre 700 River Street, Thunder Bay, ON in Meeting Room 1-2 Everyone welcome. Free Admission. Free parking. Thursday, November 29, 2018, 12pm-1pm Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre, Boardroom, 3rd Floor Administration […]

  • Knowledge to Action: How the iWalk Toolkit can Improve Walking Assessment Post-Stroke

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Central East Stroke Network is pleased to offer a webinar on Knowledge to Action: How the iWalk Toolkit can Improve Walking Assessment Post-Stroke This webinar will be of interest to physiotherapists who administer walk tests, interpret test performance, educate patients, and set goals. Learning objectives: To describe a toolkit designed to help physiotherapists adopt an […]

  • Stroke Recovery Network – Christmas Social

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    You and a guest are cordially invited to attend the Stroke Recovery Network & Post Polio Chapter annual festive luncheon. Join us for an afternoon of wonderful food and conversation. When: Saturday, Dec. 1st, 2018 Time: 1 pm to 3 pm Menu: Roasted Chicken & English Styled Beef, Mashed potatoes & gravy, Salads, Rolls, Vegetable […]

  • Neuroscience Grand Rounds – “Cerebral Amyloid Angiopathy”

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Presented by Dr. Sarah Habinski, MD, BScN, PGY1 Psychiatry NOSM Wednesday, December 5, 2018 - 1130-1215 Location: Medical Building TBRMC-ROOM-202A Video Conference Poster attached for further information. View Attachment

  • Heart & Stroke Clinical Update 2018

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    On behalf of Heart and Stroke Foundation Heart & Stroke Clinical Update 2018 December 7-8, 2018 Hilton Toronto Downtown Hotel www.clinicalupdate.ca Heart & Stroke Clinical Update December 7-8, 2018 Hilton Toronto Downtown Hotel www.clinicalupdate.ca The Heart & Stroke Clinical Update will offer you practical pearls, scientific updates, and best practice discussions for the prevention and […]

  • Clinical Update from Heart and Stroke

    Recurring
    Toronto

    You are invited to attend the 49th annual Heart & Stroke Clinical Update. This conference at the Toronto Hilton Downtown on December 7-8, 2018 will focus on Emerging evidence that will change your practice. This annual event is known for bringing together renowned researchers and experts to offer you practical pearls, cutting-edge science updates and […]

  • Lead II

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    COURSE DURATION: 15 hours (10 self-study hours, 3 didactic hours, and 2 testing hours) COURSE DESCRIPTION: The Lead II ECG Interpretation course reviews basic cardiac anatomy, physiology, and electrophysiology and teaches ECG rhythm, acquisition, and identification. LEARNING OBJECTIVES: Upon completion of this course, the learner will demonstrate the ability to: 1. Integrate knowledge of the […]

  • Regional Education Rounds – Drug Allergy in Pediatric and Adult Populations

    Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre - Auditorium A - 980 Oliver Road

    Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to: 1. Develop an understanding of the spectrum of drug allergic reactions in children and adults. 2. Develop a rational approach to patients with specific drug allergies including: Penicillin, Cephalosporins, Aspirin, ACEI and IV contrast. See attached poster for more information See attachment