• Neuroscience Grand Rounds: MS & Review of the 2017 McDonald Criteria

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    The Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network invitation to Neuroscience Grand Rounds Title: MS & Review of the 2017 McDonald Criteria presented by Dr. Mathieu Buttazzoni and Review of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy After TIA or Minor Ischemic Stroke presented by Dr. Vincent Le Date: Friday, January 4th at 12:00-13:00 hrs Location: Thunder Bay Regional Medical Centre […]

  • Neuroscience Grand Rounds – MS & Review of the 2017 McDonald Criteria and Review of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy After TIA or Minor Ischemic Stroke

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    MS & Review of the 2017 McDonald Criteria - Dr. Mathieu Buttazzoni, PGY 1-Psychiatry Program, Northern School of Medicine Review of Dual Antiplatelet Therapy After TIA or Minor Ischemic Stroke - By Dr. Vincent Le, PGY-2 Internal Medicine Program, Northern School of Medicine At the Thunder Bay Regional Medical Centre - Room 202C Brown Bag […]

  • Regional Educational Rounds – Differences and similarities in the use of Mental Health Act and Health Care Consent Act in Patients who are incapable for treatment decisions.

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

    Differences and similarities in the use of Mental Health Act and Health Care Consent Act in Patients who are incapable for treatment decisions Dr. Ramprasad Bismil Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to: 1. Identify similarities and differences between MHA and HCCA in approach to incapable patients. 2. Understand the process of using MHA and […]

  • Basic Life Support – Renewal Course – January 2019

    Recurring
    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    This fast-paced renewal course is designed for the experienced BLS provider (those who are confident in their BLS skills through regular use in their work in the ED, CCU, ICU on code team, or paramedics and first responders) who can demonstrate knowledge through written and skills assessment in a concentrated program. This course is instructed […]

  • Basic Life Support – Full Course

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

    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 […]

  • Stroke Recovery Glee Club – March of Dimes Canada – AFTER STROKE SERVICES

    Recurring
    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    March of Dimes Canada - AFTER STROKE SERVICES Erin Stacknick, MTA (Music Therapist Accredited) By the Bay Music Therapy This program will offer a fun, social gathering where stroke survivors of all abilities can join and family caregivers are welcome to attend. There is no pressure in participating and no previous music experience is required. […]

  • Treating the Individual with Ataxia using an Approach

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Workshop Description: This one-day workshop provides an opportunity for health care professionals to gain insight into treating the individual with ataxia. Treating the individual with ataxia can often be a very challenging experience for the clinician. Perhaps this is because we have focused on addressing the clinical symptoms rather than the underlying impairments. This workshop […]

  • Quality Rounds Ontario: Falling Through the Cracks: Greg’s Story

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

    Greg Price was 31 when he was diagnosed with cancer. His journey through Alberta’s health care system and untimely death led his family to tell his story in hopes of inspiring positive change in the health care system. The short film, Falling Through the Cracks: Greg’s Story, is now part of a series of projects […]

  • Thunder Bay Peer Support Chapter (Stroke Recovery Network)

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Thunder Bay Recreation and Leisure Opportunities - Kaitlyn Sawyer, City of Thunder Bay Winter is upon us so please join us for an informative session with Kaitlyn to learn about accessible, interesting, no cost/low cost ways to keep active throughout the City during these chilly months ahead! Light refreshments and an opportunity to mingle with […]

  • Hyperacute & Acute Stroke Care: Updates From the 2018 Stroke Best Practice Recommendations

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations WEBINAR INVITATION Title: Hyperacute & Acute Stroke Care: Updates From the 2018 Stroke Best Practice Recommendations Date: Monday, January 28, 2019 Time: 16:00 - 17:00 EST Presenter: Eric Smith, MD MPH FRCPC FAHA Objectives: Upon completion of the program participants will be able to: Develop collaborative approaches toward assessment and […]

  • Enhancing Stroke Core Competency

    Recurring
    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Enhancing Stroke Core Competency This ia an excellent opportunity to work towards your professional college's continuing education requirements for 2019. Available face to face in Thunder Bay and via videoconferencing to Northwestern Ontario. Registration is required by January 15th by contacting Esme French at frenche@tbh.net and providing your name, profession, employer and email address. Participation […]

  • NDT Introductory Course in the Management of Adults with Stroke, Brain Injury and other Neuromotor Disorders

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Registration is Open EVENT: NDT Introductory Course in the Management of Adults with Stroke, Brain Injury and other Neuromotor Disorders DATE: January 31& February 4, 2019 LOCATION: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute Auditorium (2nd floor) 550 University Avenue Toronto, Ontario M5G 2A2 For More Information: Phone: 416-597-3422 ext. 3448 Email: conferences@uhn.ca Website: http://www.abinetwork.ca/abi-conference-2018 HIGHLIGHTS: This five-day introductory […]

  • Basic Life Support – Renewal Course

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

    This fast-paced renewal course is designed for the experienced BLS provider (those who are confident in their BLS skills through regular use in their work in the ED, CCU, ICU on code team, or paramedics and first responders) who can demonstrate knowledge through written and skills assessment in a concentrated program. PREREQUISITES FOR THIS COURSE: […]

  • Basic Life Support – Full Course

    Recurring
    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    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 […]

  • Provincial Stroke Rounds – Low-income and Linguistic Minority Status: Challenges with Return to Participation Post-stroke

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    POSTER WEBCAST LINK to archived event Please join this upcoming CME – accredited stroke education videoconference: Provincial Stroke Rounds Topic: Low-income and Linguistic Minority Status: Challenges with Return to Participation Post-stroke Presenter: Katrine Sauvé-Schenk, PhD, OT Reg. (Ont.) Date: Wednesday, February 6, 2019 Time: 0800-0900h EST Videoconference Event ID #: 105717721 Host Site: Health Sciences […]

  • Trauma Nursing Core Course – February 2019

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

    Developed by the International Emergency Nursing Association (ENA), the seventh edition of the course is the premier course for hospitals and trauma centres worldwide. TNCC empowers nurses with critical thinking skills, and hands on scenario–based training for: •Rapid identification of life-threatening injuries •Comprehensive patient assessment •Enhanced intervention for better patient outcomes *Please note this is […]

  • Managing the “Pusher”: An NDT Perspective on Managing the Individual with Contraversive Pushing Tendencies Post-Stroke

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    POSTER Course Description: This one-day workshop provides an opportunity for health care professionals to gain insight into managing the individual with contraversive pushing tendencies (“pusher syndrome”). The individual who suffers from a stroke and has “pushing” tendencies presents with unique impairments that challenges health care professionals. This workshop will present current theoretical evidence and practical […]

  • Regional Educational Rounds – What do patients need when they experience harm?

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

    Presented by Dr. Ellen Tsai from the CMPA Note: Two Regional Educational Rounds will be done at various times on the same day - February 12, 2019 Learning Objectives: Participants will be able to: 1. Outline situations in which there is an obligation to disclose harm to patients. 2. Explain what patients want to know […]

  • Heart & Stroke Report 2019

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    Register Here Heart & Stroke Knowledge Exchange for Health Professionals Webinar Invitation Heart & Stroke Report 2019 Date Tuesday February 12, 2019 Time 12:00 - 13:00 hr EST   Moderators Dr. Patrice Lindsay, Director of Systems Change and Stroke Program, Heart & Stroke Dr. Cindy Yip, Director Data, Knowledge Management and Heart Program, Heart & […]

  • Improving Person-Centred Decision Making

    Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada

    POSTER REGISTRATION FORM Calling all clinicians! CERAH and the North West LHIN Regional Palliative Care Program led by St. Joseph's Care Group are pleased to announce an exciting upcoming workshop opportunity in Thunder Bay on Tuesday, February 19th:   Improving Person-Centred Decision Making Facilitated by: Dr. Jeff Myers, MD, MSEd, CCFP(PC) & Dr. Rachael Halligan, […]