Publications

Role of the Clinical Stroke Nurse

June 22, 2021

There are currently two Clinical Stroke Nurses at TBRHSC. Mallory Karsten and Barry Ducharme are responsible for providing leadership and coordination through the acute stroke delivery. One of their main roles is to attend Code Strokes called throughout the Hospital to provide support and to ensure timely and smooth transitions throughout the treatment processes.

Life After Stroke: Keeping Connected in the Community

June 17, 2021

Stroke is a sudden and life-altering event that may require an extended recovery period. More than 400,000 Canadians are living with the effects of stroke. Additionally, many family members and caregivers are also impacted, often taking on supportive roles in the stroke survivor’s recovery.

Regional Stroke Units

June 16, 2021

Regional Stroke Units are defined areas in hospitals that are dedicated to the assessment, treatment, and management of stroke patients.

Behind the Mask: Our Pharmacy Team’s Response to the COVID-19 Pandemic

June 15, 2021

When the pandemic first hit, there was a lot of anxiety. TBRHSC’s pharmacy had to figure out quickly how to maintain pharmacy services to the Hospital while keeping staff safe.

Spot A Stroke? Call 911!

June 5, 2021

Stroke is a medical emergency and anytime you believe that someone is having a stroke, you need to call 911 immediately.

Report from Matt Simeoni

June 4, 2021

Our Hospital’s Board Chair, Matt Simeoni, shares some key updates, successes and reflections from the most recent Board of Directors meeting on June 2nd.

Putting Plans Into Motion

June 1, 2021

Managing the COVID-19 pandemic has meant a lot of planning at the Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre over the past year-plus. However, those plans also have to be put into action in a timely, organized manner if they are to be successful. That’s where Ron Turner comes in.

Nursing Week 2021: Reflections on Nursing

May 14, 2021

Heart Failure Awareness Week Staff Spotlight: Kathryn Bill

May 7, 2021

It’s Heart Failure Awareness Week, and we’re highlighting staff at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre who play a vital role in caring for patients who are living with heart failure. Today, we’re sharing some Q&A with Kathryn Bill, a Nurse Practitioner in the Congestive Heart Failure (CHF) Telehomecare Program.

Report from Matt Simeoni

May 6, 2021

With spring in the air and vaccinations rolling out in Thunder Bay and across the Northwest in higher volumes, there seems to be a renewed sense of optimism with many people. Without a doubt, it is welcomed and with light at the end of the tunnel somewhat evident, it is in many ways justified.