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The latest edition of Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre's Patient Care Resource.

Download Your Copy of the Patient Care Resource

August 15, 2024

You're invited to download the latest edition of Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre’s Patient Care Resource.

(Top to bottom): Joanita Nakimuli, Discharge Transition Lead/Educator, RN and Kim Agostino, Discharge Transition Lead/Post Discharge Liaison, RPN.

Meet the PFCC Team – Discharge Transition Leads

August 14, 2024

We connected with Joanita and Kim, Discharge Transition Leads on the PFCC team, to find out more about their roles.

Mary Takacs, Charge Nurse in the Emergency Department shows the new advanced Bladder Scanner made possible by proceeds of the Thunder Bay 50/50 Draw. This new piece of equipment will enhance diagnostic accuracy and patient care in the Emergency Department.

Your August Impact: New Bladder Scanner for Emergency Department Means Faster Relief for Patients

August 10, 2024

We've all been there, trying to find a bathroom in time, feeling like we're going to explode. But now imagine that once you've found it, you still can't pee...

Matt Shonosky, Manager of the 2C Cardiology/Stroke Unit with the new specialized recliner purchased through the Family CARE Grant Program for patients with CHF.

When Can You Call a Recliner "Medical Equipment"?

August 1, 2024

For people with Chronic Heart Failure or CHF, something as simple as sitting or lying down can be torturous.

Meet key members of our Patient and Family Centred Care team — Patient Advocates, Victoria and Terah.

Meet Our Team – Patient Advocates

July 31, 2024

Meet key members of our Patient and Family Centred Care team — Patient Advocates, Victoria and Terah.

(L-R) Charlene Bourdeau Waboose, Celina Reitberger, Natalie Hache and Annette Klement (Cultural Safety Educator, TBRHSC) of the All My Relations Drum Group.

The Healing Power of Drumming

July 30, 2024

Summer in Thunder Bay is a great time to be outdoors and enjoy the beauty of Northwestern Ontario with our friends and family. Events are happening throughout the summer that cater to everyone from food enthusiasts to music lovers. You might encounter people drumming at these events. The strong, captivating beat of the drum fills the air with positivity and attracts people, sometimes even giving you goosebumps.

Taylor Dewal, Registered Respiratory Therapist with the new two-in-one ventilator.

Your July Impact: Thunder Bay 50/50 Brings New Two-in-one Ventilator to ICU and NICU

July 30, 2024

A ventilator is one of those critical pieces of equipment at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre. These high-tech machines help patients breathe when they cannot breathe on their own.

We connected with Shannon Schiffer, Manager of Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC), Patient Experience, Engagement & Advocacy, to learn more about her role and how she supports PFCC at our Hospital.

Meet Our Team – Manager of PFCC

July 25, 2024

We connected with Shannon Schiffer, Manager of Patient and Family Centred Care (PFCC), Patient Experience, Engagement & Advocacy, to learn more about her role and how she supports PFCC at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC).

Family CARE Grant Funds Six Much-needed Chairs for Diabetes Centre

July 17, 2024

The focus of the Chronic Complex Diabetes Centre (CCDC) at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre is to help patients manage symptoms of their chronic disease and improve their quality of life. This care of course needs to be provided safely, too. For patients with obesity who come to the clinic, that includes ensuring they have a safe and comfortable place to sit in the waiting room and the five exam rooms.

Passing of Gary Cooper

July 11, 2024

It is with profound sadness that we share the news of the passing of our esteemed colleague and friend, Gary Cooper.