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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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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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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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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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 REGISTRATION IS FULL
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Registration: Online registration (including credit card number in case of cancellation) is required. If your department is sponsoring you to attend this course, please choose TBRHSC DEPARTMENT FUNDED REGISTRATION. Check the description (or for more info - bottom arrow) for the unlock code. 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…
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Presented by Dr. Fahad Razak and Dr. Amol Verma Tuesday, March 6, 2018 - 1630-1730 TBRHSC Auditorium A Poster attached for further information. View Attachments
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Registration: Online registration (including credit card number in case of cancellation) is required. If your department is sponsoring you to attend this course, please choose TBRHSC DEPARTMENT FUNDED REGISTRATION. Check the description (or for more info - bottom arrow) for the unlock code. 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…
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Presented by Dr. Rey Acedillo Tuesday, April 3, 2018 TBRHSC - Auditorium A 1630 - 1730 Poster attached for further information. View Poster
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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 Understanding ACLS drugs Bag-Mask Ventilations All students must have a Heart and Stroke Foundation BLS card, dated with in 12 months of the ACLS course…
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Regional Education Rounds - Bubble Wrapped Patients: Has the quest of control in our lives and the avoidance of pain and discomfort transformed our patients lives into something worse? Presented by Dr. David Wood Tuesday, April 10, 2018 - 1200-1300 TBRHSC Auditorium A - lunch provided Poster attached for further information. View Attachment
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Presented by Dr. Bayliss and Dr. Flood Tuesday, April 10, 2018 - 1600 - 1700 TBRHSC - Auditorium A Poster attached for further details. View Attachment
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The course is intended for practitioners including nurses (RN & RPN), nurse practitioners, physicians, registered midwives, paramedics and residents who want to learn the current fundamental concepts related to fetal health surveillance.
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VAC Education Lunch and Learn Presented by Stephanie Argent from KCI/Acelity Why should I attend? - Learn the Science of NPWT - Review Indications/Contraindications - Troubleshooting Please note: Lunch is provided! View Attachment Poster for more information View Attachment
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Objectives - Participants will be able to: 1) appreciate new information on diabetic heterogeneity, 2) understand cardiovascular advances in diabetic management, 3) review highlights from new CDA guidelines “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.” For more information please contact Karen Anderson, Learning & Education Coordinator, anderska@tbh.net
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Registration: Online registration (including credit card number in case of cancellation) is required. If your department is sponsoring you to attend this course, please choose TBRHSC DEPARTMENT FUNDED REGISTRATION. Check the description (or for more info – bottom arrow) for the unlock code. 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…
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Objectives: By the end of the program, participants will be able to: - Recognize cases requiring emergent radiotherapy - Review management of patients requiring emergent radiotherapy - Review acute and late side effects of radiotherapy. Program Description: The Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC), in collaboration with the Northern Ontario School of Medicine (NOSM), provides monthly Regional Education Rounds(RER). The RER are multidisciplinary, interprofessional, and intended to foster effective team care. See poster attached for more details View Attachment…
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Registration: Online registration (including credit card number in case of cancellation) is required. If your department is sponsoring you to attend this course, please choose TBRHSC DEPARTMENT FUNDED REGISTRATION. Check the description (or for more info – bottom arrow) for the unlock code. 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…
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Presented by Bradley Langford, Public Health Ontario and Charlene Wilson, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre TBRHSC - Auditorium A View Poster attaced for more details View Attachment
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Presented by Dr. Ken Blonde Learning Objectives Participants will be able to: 1) Describe the clinical features of thrombotic microangiopathies (TMA's) 2) Differentiate between DIC, TTP, HUS, and AHUS 3) Outline the appropriate workup and intial management of TMA See attached for details View Attachment
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Ethical Medical Discussion on the use of Marijuana and Pregnancy Michelle Towell, Women & Children's Program, towellm@tbh.net See attached poster for more details
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Objectives: Learners will be able to: 1) Describe the management of isolated distal DVT, and superficial thrombosis, with risk factors for progression, 2) Review the new evidence for DOACs in cancer associated thrombosis 3) Explore dosing schemes for the different LMWH, specifically enoxaparin, 4) Understand the management of central venous catheter (CVC) associated upper extremity DVT, and cancer related UEDVT. See attached for further details View Attachment
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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 Understanding ACLS drugs Bag-Mask Ventilations All students must have a Heart and Stroke Foundation BLS card, dated with in 12 months of the ACLS course…
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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 Road Thunder Bay, ON To Register at this Speakers Series for Day 1 or Day 2 please contact Ryan Traer at ryan.traer@zimmerbiomet-one.com For more information…
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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 Understanding ACLS drugs Bag-Mask Ventilations All students must have a Heart and Stroke Foundation BLS card, dated with in 12 months of the ACLS course…
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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
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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 HCCA in patients who are found to be incapable 3. Acquire introductory to working knowledge on capacity issues under the MHA and Health Care Consent…
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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 run by a not-for-profit established in Greg’s honour. These projects have highlighted common failures in continuity of care, and more importantly, they’ve inspired better care…
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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 a 2-day event To sign up for this event please go HERE
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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 when disclosing harm. 3. Describe what to document regarding the incident and disclosure discussions. See attached poster for more details View Attachment
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Registration: Online registration (including credit card number in case of cancellation) is required. Registration link for February 22, 2019 Registration link for March 25, 2019 If your department is sponsoring you to attend this course, please choose TBRHSC DEPARTMENT FUNDED REGISTRATION. Check the description (or for more info – bottom arrow) for the unlock code. 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…
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Useful Keys in Chronic Pain Diagnosis and Management Presented by Dr. Hadi Shojaei Learning Objectives: To discuss chronic pain cases with concurrent mental disorders To understand the risks of developing chronic pain after acute pain To investigate non-pharmacological strategy to get people off of pain meds. See attached poster for more information View Attachment
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Negligence or Forbearance? Waiting to treat sleep apnea as an outpatient Presented by: Dr. Vanessa Luks Tuesday May 7, 2019 Auditorium A from 1630 – 1730 Objectives: Learners will be able to: 1) Understand the association of harm with moderate to severe sleep apnea, 2) Understand the current evidence of benefit from CPAP, 3) Understand the challenges of in-hospital initiation of CPAP, 4) Discussion on how to manage sleep apnea at TBRHSC moving forward. For more information view attachment for…
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Understanding Biologic Agents Used in Rheumatic Diseases Presented by Dr. Wesley Fidler Learning Objectives: To understand indications for biologic agents in rheumatic diseases To recognize and manage complications of biologic agents To develop an approach to patients on biologic agents who are due for surgery See attached poster for more information View Attachment
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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 Understanding ACLS drugs Bag-Mask Ventilations All students must have a Heart and Stroke Foundation BLS card, dated with in 12 months of the ACLS course…
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Topics for Discussion: by Dr. Yen Chow Planning and preparation for Difficult Airways Awake intubation Challenging airway cases Invited for: Emergency, ICU, OR Physicians Intensivists Anaesthetists Respiratory Therapists Nurses Residents Medical Students Pre-Hospital and Retrieval Paramedics (Ornge and Lanad Paramedics) TBRHSC Interprofessional Educators & Simulation Educators Please see below PDF attached poster: Attachment PDF
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Regional Education Rounds – Building a Centre of Excellence Presented by Caroline Fanti and Dr. David Puskas Learning Objectives: • To understand the Business Case which was successful in achieving the Regional Orthopaedic Program’s Ministry of Health designation as a Comprehensive Musculosketal Centre of Excellence….How did we get here? • To understand Bundled Care Funding – the new value based integrated health funding model being rolled out by the MOHLTC – how to make it work for you. • To…
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Presented by Dr. Masoud Sadreddini Learning Objectives: • To describe the pathophysiology of acute coronary syndrome. • To assess the management of non ST elevation myocardial infarction. • To recognize the clinical implications of elevated troponin with no flow-limiting coronary artery disease. Please see below attachment for full poster View Attachment
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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: Virtual learning modules including avatar-based simulation Interactive teaching strategies Electronic, open-book testing - No more test anxiety! Updated evidence-based provider manual One and a half-day course 18.3 contact hours of CNE For more information please see the attachment below: View Attachment
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Presented by Dr. Bradley Jacobson Learning Objectives: • To understand the scope of Opioid use locally and provincially. • To identify what needs to occur after resuscitation. • To select treatment options (ED and bridging to the community). • To create discussion: care partners and options; moving forward together. Please see below attachment for full poster: View Attachment
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Presented by: Dr. Sara Kelly & Meaghan Sharp Learning Objectives: • To understand how ACE units are different than other medical units/models of care • To recognize the importance of the interprofessional model within the ACE unit model • To recognize importance of ACE unit care in the frail elderly • To increase knowledge of the benefits of an ACE unit at TBRHSC Please see below attachment for full poster: View Attachment
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Presented by Dr. Sanjay Azad and Christina Anthes. Learning Objectives: • To understand the need for breast reconstruction • To describe the different techniques of breast reconstruction • To identify our current approach in Northwestern Ontario Please see below attachment for full poster: View Attachment
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Learning Objectives To provide a background on the implementation and utilization of Antimicrobial Stewardship Programs (ASP) in general and at TBRHSC. To discuss the role of ASP in health care setting. To recognize the IDSA Guideline recommendation on Antimicrobial Stewardship. To identify the barriers in engaging front line providers in Antimicrobial Stewardship. Please see below attachment for full poster: View Attachment
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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: Virtual learning modules including avatar-based simulation Interactive teaching strategies Electronic, open-book testing – No more test anxiety! Updated evidence-based provider manual One and a half-day course 18.3 contact hours of CNE For more information please see the attachment below: View Attachment
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Learning Objectives • To better understand the path from basic cardiac implantable devices to current modern available technology. • To recognize the existing limitations of cardiac implantable devices. • To identify the upcoming advancements in cardiac implantable devices. Please see below attachment for full poster: Attachment Poster
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Trauma Nursing Core Course – February 2020Developed 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: Virtual learning modules including avatar-based simulation Interactive teaching strategies Electronic, open-book testing – No more test anxiety! Updated evidence-based provider manual One and a half-day course 18.3 contact hours of CNE For more information please see the…
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The course is intended for practitioners including nurses (RN & RPN), nurse practitioners, physicians, registered midwives, paramedics and residents who want to learn the current fundamental concepts related to fetal health surveillance. See attached poster for more information Attachment
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The course is intended for practitioners including nurses (RN & RPN), nurse practitioners, physicians, registered midwives, paramedics and residents who want to learn the current fundamental concepts related to fetal health surveillance. See attached poster for more information View Attachment
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This education program is designed for registered nurses, physicians, and registered midwives with sufficient experience supporting a strong foundation of knowledge and skills in intrapartum fetal heart rate surveillance. A minimum of 1 year experience is suggested; the full FHS Workshop is recommended for the inexperienced provider. The learner is required to: 1. Review the free online Fundamentals of Fetal Health Surveillance - A Self-Learning Manual; 2. Successfully complete the online Canadian Fetal Health Surveillance Program Exam 3. Attend a…
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Trauma Nursing Core Course – 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: Virtual learning modules including avatar-based simulation Interactive teaching strategies Electronic, open-book testing – No more test anxiety! Updated evidence-based provider manual One and a half-day course 18.3 contact hours of CNE For more information please see the attachment…
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With a high volume of nurses who are interested in attending the preceptor education workshop, we have an obligation to ensure that there is an equitable opportunity for everyone who wishes to attend to have the chance to do so. Respecting that there is currently two workshops per month and a limited number of available spots, we are kindly asking that you notify Ashley Chiew (chiewa@tbh.net) a minimum of 72hrs in advance if you are not able to attend. This…
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Trauma Nursing Core Course – 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: Virtual learning modules including avatar-based simulation Interactive teaching strategies Electronic, open-book testing – No more test anxiety! Updated evidence-based provider manual One and a half-day course 18.3 contact hours of CNE For more information please see the attachment…
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