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On the Saturday March 22, 2025 episode of the Richard Crouse Show we meet Emily Diebert. She is a Science Fellow at the Gemini South Observatory in Chile, where she writes children’s books by day and works as an astronomer by night. Her debut novel is “Bea Mullins Takes a Shot,” a novel about a 7th grader who, after being forced to join her school's hockey team discovers unexpected friendships and a budding crush on the team captain. Then, it’s National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a month-long campaign aims to educate Canadians about colorectal cancer and encourage screening. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in Canada but can be effectively treated when detected early. To help me raise awareness is Dr. Peter Stotland, chief of surgery at North York General Hospital and the surgeon who did my colon resection when I was diagnosed with colon cancer twelve years ago.
On the Saturday March 22, 2025 episode of the Richard Crouse Show we meet Emily Diebert. She is a Science Fellow at the Gemini South Observatory in Chile, where she writes children's books by day and works as an astronomer by night. Her debut novel is “Bea Mullins Takes a Shot,” a novel about a 7th grader who, after being forced to join her school's hockey team discovers unexpected friendships and a budding crush on the team captain. Then, it's National Colorectal Cancer Awareness Month, a month-long campaign aims to educate Canadians about colorectal cancer and encourage screening. Colorectal cancer is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in Canada but can be effectively treated when detected early. To help me raise awareness is Dr. Peter Stotland, chief of surgery at North York General Hospital and the surgeon who did my colon resection when I was diagnosed with colon cancer twelve years ago.
Health Canada's 5th annual report on medical assistance in dying was released in December, reflecting numbers and demographics from 2023. For the first time, race and Indigenous identity, and disability were measured. For a discussion on who is requesting and receiving MAID, and for what illnesses, we welcome James Downar, Clinical Research Chair in Palliative and End of Life Care, Faculty of Medicine, University of Ottawa; Rebecca Vachon, Program Director of Health at Cardus Canada; zSonu Gaind, a psychiatrist and professor at University of Toronto; and Sandy Buchman, a palliative care doctor working out of North York General Hospital.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
In this episode, we'll dive into the remarkable career and legacy of Dr. Sandy Buchman, a true legend in the medical world. Dr. Buchman is a renowned palliative care physician and a Professor in the Division of Palliative Care at the University of Toronto. Holding the Freeman Family Chair in Palliative Care, he currently serves as the Medical Director of the Freeman Centre for the Advancement of Palliative Care at North York General Hospital, where he has dedicated his life to improving end-of-life care in both ambulatory and home settings. Over his distinguished career, Dr. Buchman has worked with organizations like the Temmy Latner Centre for Palliative Care and the Palliative Care and Education for the Homeless (PEACH) program. His passions extended beyond his clinical work to global health, HIV/AIDS, and primary care cancer care, with volunteer experiences across South America and Africa. A trailblazer in his field, Dr. Buchman is also one of the first doctors to be involved in MAID - Medical Assistance in Dying. He is also the founder and medical lead of a new hospice residence, Neshama, set to open in 2026. Recognized with numerous accolades, including the W. Victor Johnston Award, his leadership in palliative care and family medicine has left an indelible mark on the healthcare community. Join us as we explore the incredible journey of Dr. Sandy Buchman and his lasting impact on medicine and compassionate care.
In this episode, we'll dive into the remarkable career and legacy of Dr. Sandy Buchman, a true legend in the medical world. Dr. Buchman is a renowned palliative care physician and a Professor in the Division of Palliative Care at the University of Toronto. Holding the Freeman Family Chair in Palliative Care, he currently serves as the Medical Director of the Freeman Centre for the Advancement of Palliative Care at North York General Hospital, where he has dedicated his life to improving end-of-life care in both ambulatory and home settings. Over his distinguished career, Dr. Buchman has worked with organizations like the Temmy Latner Centre for Palliative Care and the Palliative Care and Education for the Homeless (PEACH) program. His passions extended beyond his clinical work to global health, HIV/AIDS, and primary care cancer care, with volunteer experiences across South America and Africa. A trailblazer in his field, Dr. Buchman is also one of the first doctors to be involved in MAID - Medical Assistance in Dying. He is also the founder and medical lead of a new hospice residence, Neshama, set to open in 2026. Recognized with numerous accolades, including the W. Victor Johnston Award, his leadership in palliative care and family medicine has left an indelible mark on the healthcare community. Join us as we explore the incredible journey of Dr. Sandy Buchman and his lasting impact on medicine and compassionate care.
Send us a textOn this episode of the CMAJ Podcast, Dr. Mojola Omole and Dr. Blair Bigham speak with Dr. Sarina Isenberg and Dr. Modupe Tunde-Byass about the emotional and systemic challenges surrounding early pregnancy loss care in Canada. The conversation builds on themes from the recent CMAJ article, “Diagnosis and management of early pregnancy loss,” in which the authors advocate for a dedicated EPL pathway to care that bypasses the emergency department.Dr. Isenberg shares her personal experiences with early pregnancy loss and the stark disparity in care she received—from a lack of empathy in an emergency room to comprehensive support in a specialized clinic. Her story underscores the spectrum of care needed, particularly access to emotional support during one of the most vulnerable times in a patient's life.Dr. Tunde-Byass, co-author of the CMAJ article and an obstetrician at North York General Hospital, highlights the success of dedicated early pregnancy loss clinics, which provide timely diagnosis, options for management, and a supportive environment. She emphasizes that emergency departments, often overstretched and lacking privacy, are not designed for the unique needs of early pregnancy loss patients. Instead, she argues for dedicated spaces staffed by trained personnel, including nurses and counselors, who can provide both medical care and emotional support.Together, they explore practical solutions, including integrated care pathways outside of emergency departments, self-referral options, and the provision of bereavement resources. Dr. Tunde-Byass advocates for a holistic approach that could be standardized across Canadian hospitals, enabling patients to access sensitive, informed care without the retraumatization that often comes from repeating their stories in high-stress environments.To learn more about exciting physician careers from our sponsor, Vancouver Coastal Health, visit vch.ca/jobyouwantFor more information from our sponsor, visit rainbowhealthontario.caJoin us as we explore medical solutions that address the urgent need to change healthcare. Reach out to us about this or any episode you hear. Or tell us about something you'd like to hear on the leading Canadian medical podcast.You can find Blair and Mojola on X @BlairBigham and @DrmojolaomoleX (in English): @CMAJ X (en français): @JAMC FacebookInstagram: @CMAJ.ca The CMAJ Podcast is produced by PodCraft Productions
Welcome to this episode of The Tonic, terrestrially broadcast on August 31 and September 1 2024 on AM740 and FM 96.7 in Toronto. Topics covered on the show track the lifestyle articles and themes published in The Tonic Magazine. This week we'll discuss the excellent care I received at North York General Hospital with Chief of Surgery Dr. Peter Stotland MD, how epigenetics can trigger obesity with author Dr. Stewart Lonky MD, how to kickstart losing 10 lbs with the with round table experts David Nelson, Shauna Lindzon RD and Dr. Stacy Irvine DC, and the top biohacks for longevity with Dr. Sanjeev Goel MD.
In this episode, Dr. Orla Walsh and the hosts delve into the world of children's eating habits. They explore the common issue of picky eating, sharing personal anecdotes and tips for encouraging diverse diets without pressure. They highlight the importance of patience, small portions, and involving kids in meal prep to cultivate adventurous eaters. The discussion shifts to the challenges faced by Generation Z, including the impact of social media, the pandemic, and societal pressures on eating disorders. Strategies for recognizing and addressing these disorders are provided, along with insights on the rising rates of obesity among youth and the influence of genetics, socioeconomic factors, and the environment. Dr. Orla Walsh is an Adolescent Medicine and General Paediatrician in Children's Health Ireland at Temple Street and Connolly. She is an Honorary Clinical Senior Lecturer with RCSI and an Assistant Clinical Professor in Women& Children & Health with UCD. She completed a 2 year Fellowship in Adolescent Medicine at the Hospital for Sick Children in Toronto and then worked as an Adolescent Medicine Paediatrician and developed an Academic Division of Adolescent Medicine at North York General Hospital, and as Assistant Professor in the Department of Paediatrics at the University of Toronto. Since returning to Ireland she has contributed to the recently launched National Guidance Document on the Management of Anorexia Nervosa in Paediatric Patients, and hopefully soon to be launched National Framework on the Transition of Care from Paediatric to Adult Services. She currently works half time as an Adolescent Medicine Paediatrician within General Paediatrics in CHI where she runs a weekly adolescent clinic and provides an inpatient consult service. The other half of her job is developing and delivering the new service for adolescents with complex obesity in CHI, including the establishment of a transition pathway to adult services. Resources mentioned in the show: Bodywhys | The Eating Disorders Association of Ireland Bodywhys | Free Pilar Programme for Families Bodywhys | Free Resource - A Guide for Families Healthy eating for families - HSE.ie https://www2.hse.ie/babies-children/weaning-eating/nutrition-child/healthy-eating/ https://w82go.ie https://childhoodobesity.ie/resources/ https://www.safefood.net Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Shout out to 7 West at North York General Hospital! It's a truly loaded episode, because not only do i talk about my stay at a Psych Hospital, but truly, there are layers to this. Everyday we see so many individuals struggling with their mental health disorder, to the point of homelessness, and I can't help but ask, if they were able to get the help that they needed, would they have ended up there?This episode is a call to action, for all of us, all over the world, to show compassion to others but, just as important, to show compassion to OURSELVES. We need to make sure we are getting the help WE deserve as well, and sometimes, we can only do this by seeking help. I'm here to try and debunk myths about being in psychiatric hold, because unlike the movies, it was actually very helpfulIf you or anyone you know would like to guest on the show, follow us on instagram @breakingdownthebreakdownpod or email me at breakingdownthebreakdown@outlook.comSupport the Show.Email me at breakingdownthebreakdown@outlook.comor you can find me on instagram at @breakingdownthebreakdownpod
“We'd love to hire someone and have them stay 6-8 years, but when it's not the reality anymore, then shifting that paradigm and mental model [is important.]-Jamie BrunoThe job market is constantly in flux. Sometimes it's an employer's market, sometimes a candidate's market, sometimes it's balanced. One trend that is here to stay is the overall decrease in employee tenure. The 25-year gold watch is no longer a norm, it is an exception. Today's guest shares his view that we need to work with the reality of shorter tenures, vs. be frustrated by them. My guest is Jamie Bruno. Jamie joined Ontario Tech University in 2017 and is currently Vice President, People and Transformation. Jamie is responsible for the full suite of labour relations and human resources functions, including transformative initiatives such as future-of-work modelling, improved digitization and access to information to enhance employee engagement, and optimizing features of the employee life cycle.Jamie has spent nearly 20 years in both human resources and labour relations across the broader public sector, serving as Chief Human Resources Officer at North York General Hospital, where he launched the hospital's first People Strategy, and leading strategic HR business operations at both Treasury Board Secretariat and the Ministry of Government Services in the Ontario Public Service.Jamie completed his undergraduate degree at the University of Toronto, and earned both his MBA and MIR (Master of Industrial Relations) degrees from Queen's University.In this episode of Talent Management Truths, you'll discover:A window into the management side of a large and growing university An example of a flexible work program that can help organizations go beyond existing geographic boundariesInsight into how to reframe the fact that employees don't necessarily stay in the same company for a long timeLinksJamie Bruno on LinkedinAre you a Talent leader who is longing for a safe place to bounce ideas off of? In addition to my group programs I work privately with a select few clients as their Talent Management Thought Partner. I will help you, over the next 90 days, create the space, the intention and the strategy to implement an initiative that is CRITICAL to your team. Let's chat and see if there's a fit. Book me online at greenappleconsulting.ca/contact Stay Connected JOIN our free, value-added Community of Peers and Learning! Lisa hosts regular FREE Talent Talks for HR and Talent Management Leaders to expand your network, spark ideas and learn with your peers. We leverage large group discussion and small group breakouts: https://www.greenappleconsulting.ca/TalentTalks Share the Show Like what you've heard? Pretty please with an apple on top - kindly leave me a 5* review so that others can find the show and elevate their impact too! Here are the simple instructions: Launch Apple's Podcast app on your iPhone or iPad. Tap the Search icon (on the botton) and search for “Talent Management Truths.” Tap the album art. On the podcast page, tap the Reviews tab. Tap Write a Review at the bottom of this page. Follow me LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lisa-mitchell-acc-ctdp-7437636/ Instagram: @greenappleconsulting Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/greenappleconsulting.ca
Dr. Amardeep Singh Mangat was born in Tanzania and moved to California when he was 2-years-old. His parents are originally from Punjab India, but he grew up in San Francisco. He completed his Internal Medicine Residency with honours of ‘Resident of the Year' and was selected Chief Resident at the UCSF-affiliated Alameda County Medical Center.He moved to Toronto in 2012 and has been working in the division of General Internal Medicine at North York General Hospital, which is the leading community academic hospital in all of Canada. Dr. Mangat serves as the GIM lead for the rapid referral Internal Medicine clinic and is also a lecturer at University of Toronto.In addition to all of that, Dr. Mangat is now the medical director of the Aroga Lifestyle medicine clinic in the GTA. Aroga is a trail-blazing clinic with an multi-disciplinary team that believes that most, if not all, cardiac and metabolic illnesses can be prevented and treated with intensive lifestyle modifications. Their team uses evidenced-based therapies to empower patients to experience true healing and wellness.ResourcesAroga.comAroga's InstagramDr. Mangat's InstagramPerspective: Plant-Based Eating Pattern for Type 2 Diabetes Prevention and Treatment: Efficacy, Mechanisms, and Practical ConsiderationsSupport the show
Welcome back Rounds Table Listeners! We are back this week with the second episode in a special two part series. Dr. Mike Fralick sits down with Dr. Yatin Chadha, a Radiologist at North York General Hospital and founder of the “beyond MD” podcast, to chat about physician financial literacy! Questions? Comments? Feedback? We'd love to ... The post Episode 63 – Finances 101 (Part Two) first appeared on Healthy Debate. The post Episode 63 – Finances 101 (Part Two) appeared first on Healthy Debate.
Welcome back Rounds Table Listeners! We are back this week with the second episode in a special two part series. Dr. Mike Fralick sits down with Dr. Yatin Chadha, a Radiologist at North York General Hospital and founder of the “beyond MD” podcast, to chat about physician financial literacy! Questions? Comments? Feedback? We'd love to ...The post Episode 63 – Finances 101 (Part Two) appeared first on Healthy Debate.
OPEN MIKE w/Michael Thiessen [LEGAL SPECIAL] ~ June 17, 2023 This week on OPEN MIKE, Dr. Thiessen is joined by LCC chief litigator James S.M. Kitchen to update listeners on LCC's latest legal battles. Episode Resource: CCOA v. Dr. Curtis Wall: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/college-of-chiropractors-of-alberta-v-dr-curtis-wall/;Wanh Porter v. North York General Hospital: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/wahn-porter-v-north-york-general-hospital/; JOIN PASTORS, CHURCHES, AND CHRISTIAN COMMUNITIES ACROSS CANADA WITH LCC'S NEWEST INITIATIVE, "TRUE READINGS FROM TRUE ROYALTY." Sign up today: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/storyhour/ Support Josh's Stand and Help Us Defend His Liberties! Sign Our Petition Here: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/i-stand-with-josh-alexander/;SHOW SPONSORS:Join Red Balloon Today!: https://www.redballoon.work/lcc; Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546; Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/lcc;BarterPay: https://barterpay.ca/; Barter It: https://vip.barterit.ca/launch; Carpe Fide - "Seize the Faith": Store: https://carpe-fide.myshopify.com/, use Promo Code LCC10 for 10% off (US Store Only), or shop Canadian @ https://canadacarpefide.myshopify.com/ | Podcast: https://www.carpefide.com/episodes;Sick of Mainstream Media Lies? Help Support Independent Media! DONATE TO LCC TODAY!: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/donate/ Please Support us in bringing you honest, truthful reporting and analysis from a Christian perspective.SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS:LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; OPEN MIKE WITH MICHAEL THIESSEN: https://openmikewithmichaelthiessen.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/openmike;THE OTHER CLUB: https://rumble.com/c/c-2541984; THE LIBERTY LOUNGE WITH TIM TYSOE: https://rumble.com/LLwTT;CONTACT US:Questions/comments about podcasts/news/analysis: mailbag@libertycoalitioncanada.com;Questions/comments about donations: give@libertycoalitioncanada.com;Questions/comments that are church-related: churches@libertycoalitioncanada.com;General Inquiries: info@libertycoalitioncanada.com. STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LCC:Gab: https://gab.com/libertycoalitioncanada Telegram: https://t.me/libertycoalitioncanadanews Instagram: https://instagram.com/libertycoalitioncanada Facebook: https://facebook.com/LibertyCoalitionCanada Twitter: @LibertyCCanada - https://twitter.com/LibertyCCanada Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/LibertyCoalitionCanada YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@liberty4canada - WE GOT CANCELLED AGAIN!!! Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW and SHARE it with others!
OPEN MIKE w/Michael Thiessen [LEGAL SPECIAL] ~ June 17, 2023 This week on OPEN MIKE, Dr. Thiessen is joined by LCC chief litigator James S.M. Kitchen to update listeners on LCC's latest legal battles. Episode Resource: CCOA v. Dr. Curtis Wall: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/college-of-chiropractors-of-alberta-v-dr-curtis-wall/; Wanh Porter v. North York General Hospital: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/wahn-porter-v-north-york-general-hospital/; JOIN PASTORS, CHURCHES, AND CHRISTIAN COMMUNITIES ACROSS CANADA WITH LCC'S NEWEST INITIATIVE, "TRUE READINGS FROM TRUE ROYALTY." Sign up today: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/storyhour/ Support Josh's Stand and Help Us Defend His Liberties! Sign Our Petition Here: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/i-stand-with-josh-alexander/; SHOW SPONSORS: Join Red Balloon Today!: https://www.redballoon.work/lcc; Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546; Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/lcc; BarterPay: https://barterpay.ca/; Barter It: https://vip.barterit.ca/launch; Carpe Fide - "Seize the Faith": Store: https://carpe-fide.myshopify.com/, use Promo Code LCC10 for 10% off (US Store Only), or shop Canadian @ https://canadacarpefide.myshopify.com/ | Podcast: https://www.carpefide.com/episodes; Sick of Mainstream Media Lies? Help Support Independent Media! DONATE TO LCC TODAY!: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/donate/ Please Support us in bringing you honest, truthful reporting and analysis from a Christian perspective. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS: LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; OPEN MIKE WITH MICHAEL THIESSEN: https://openmikewithmichaelthiessen.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/openmike; THE OTHER CLUB: https://rumble.com/c/c-2541984; THE LIBERTY LOUNGE WITH TIM TYSOE: https://rumble.com/LLwTT; CONTACT US: Questions/comments about podcasts/news/analysis: mailbag@libertycoalitioncanada.com; Questions/comments about donations: give@libertycoalitioncanada.com; Questions/comments that are church-related: churches@libertycoalitioncanada.com; General Inquiries: info@libertycoalitioncanada.com. STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LCC: Gab: https://gab.com/libertycoalitioncanada Telegram: https://t.me/libertycoalitioncanadanews Instagram: https://instagram.com/libertycoalitioncanada Facebook: https://facebook.com/LibertyCoalitionCanada Twitter: @LibertyCCanada - https://twitter.com/LibertyCCanada Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/LibertyCoalitionCanada YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@liberty4canada - WE GOT CANCELLED AGAIN!!! Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW and SHARE it with others!
We discussed a few things including:1. Claudette's and Alex's corporate and entrepreneurial journeys2. Lessons learned3. Claudette's startup and the cyber landscape/talent4. Alex's venture and state of tech talent5. Trends, opportunities and challenges in cyber/talentClaudette is a global information technology leader with more than 20 years of success leading digital transformations, optimizing infrastructure and designing new approaches that improve service and cybersecurity experiences. She has worked in the technology industry for several organizations such as Deloitte, Metropolitan Police Services, North York General Hospital, Bank of Montreal and TD Bank.At BMO, Claudette served as the Chief Information Officer, Enterprise Technology Employee Experience, and at TD she was the Global Executive Officer for Protect Fusion & Cyber Experience.Claudette is an active member of the Canadian innovation ecosystem. She is the Founder of the Black Arts & Innovation Expo, and the Chair of the Coalition of Innovation Leaders Against Racism (CILAR), a group of senior business leaders committed to fighting systemic racism within the innovation economy. McGowan recently co-led the launch of Phoenix Fire & The Firehood, a multi-million dollar women-focused angel fund and network for women in technology.Her commitment to community is evidenced by her multiple board/council appointments for leading organizations such as SickKids Hospital Foundation, CILAR, Elevate Technology Festival, Women in the Economy Task Force, and the U.S. Consul General of Toronto U.S. & Canada Innovation Council.----Alex is a patented inventor and has raised $1.2 million dollars for his startup Vipeline. Prior to that he refined the marketing program and raised DX Agency's revenue by 30% in one year.Previously, he increased Hot Sauce's total revenue by 500% over his tenure. He is an experienced manager of buyer and marketing teams for more than 30 years.#talent #cyber#podcast #AFewThingsPodcast
Welcome back Rounds Table Listeners! We are back this week with the first episode in a special two part series. Dr. Mike Fralick sits down with Dr. Yatin Chadha, a Radiologist at North York General Hospital and founder of the “beyond MD” podcast, to chat about physician financial literacy! Questions? Comments? Feedback? We'd love to ... The post Episode 62 – Finances 101 (Part One) first appeared on Healthy Debate. The post Episode 62 – Finances 101 (Part One) appeared first on Healthy Debate.
Welcome back Rounds Table Listeners! We are back this week with the first episode in a special two part series. Dr. Mike Fralick sits down with Dr. Yatin Chadha, a Radiologist at North York General Hospital and founder of the “beyond MD” podcast, to chat about physician financial literacy! Questions? Comments? Feedback? We'd love to ...The post Episode 62 – Finances 101 (Part One) appeared first on Healthy Debate.
OPEN MIKE w/Michael Thiessen [LEGAL SPECIAL] ~ May 16, 2023 This week on OPEN MIKE, Dr. Thiessen is joined by LCC chief litigator James S.M. Kitchen to update listeners on LCC's latest legal cases, such as Rebecca Abdo v. AG of Canada, and provide updates on our other cases. The sad reality is that Canada's legal system is in tatters, and Canadian freedoms hang by a thread. Episode Resource: Rebecca Abdo v. Attorney General of Canada: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/rebecca-abdo-v-agc/;Wanh Porter v. North York General Hospital: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/wahn-porter-v-north-york-general-hospital/;Josh Alexander v. Renfrew County Catholic District School Board: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/josh-alexander-v-rccdsb/;I STAND WITH JOSH WALKOUT - Join the International Walkout: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/walkout/; Support Josh's Stand and Help Us Defend His Liberties! Sign Our Petition Here: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/i-stand-with-josh-alexander/ SHOW SPONSORS:Join Red Balloon Today!: https://www.redballoon.work/lcc;Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546;Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/lccSick of Mainstream Media Lies? Help Support Independent Media! DONATE TO LCC TODAY!: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/donate/ Please Support us in bringing you real, truthful reporting and analysis from a Christian perspective.SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS:LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; OPEN MIKE WITH MICHAEL THIESSEN: https://openmikewithmichaelthiessen.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/openmike;THE OTHER CLUB: https://rumble.com/c/c-2541984; THE LIBERTY LOUNGE WITH TIM TYSOE: https://rumble.com/LLwTT;CONTACT US:Questions/comments about podcasts/news/analysis: mailbag@libertycoalitioncanada.com;Questions/comments about donations: give@libertycoalitioncanada.com;Questions/comments that are church-related: churches@libertycoalitioncanada.com;General Inquiries: info@libertycoalitioncanada.com. STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LCC:Gab: https://gab.com/libertycoalitioncanada Telegram: https://t.me/libertycoalitioncanadanews Instagram: https://instagram.com/libertycoalitioncanada Facebook: https://facebook.com/LibertyCoalitionCanada Twitter: @LibertyCCanada - https://twitter.com/LibertyCCanada Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/LibertyCoalitionCanada YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@liberty4canada Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW and SHARE it with others!
OPEN MIKE w/Michael Thiessen [LEGAL SPECIAL] ~ May 16, 2023 This week on OPEN MIKE, Dr. Thiessen is joined by LCC chief litigator James S.M. Kitchen to update listeners on LCC's latest legal cases, such as Rebecca Abdo v. AG of Canada, and provide updates on our other cases. The sad reality is that Canada's legal system is in tatters, and Canadian freedoms hang by a thread. Episode Resource: Rebecca Abdo v. Attorney General of Canada: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/rebecca-abdo-v-agc/; Wanh Porter v. North York General Hospital: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/wahn-porter-v-north-york-general-hospital/; Josh Alexander v. Renfrew County Catholic District School Board: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/liberty-defense-fund/josh-alexander-v-rccdsb/; I STAND WITH JOSH WALKOUT - Join the International Walkout: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/walkout/; Support Josh's Stand and Help Us Defend His Liberties! Sign Our Petition Here: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/i-stand-with-josh-alexander/ SHOW SPONSORS: Join Red Balloon Today!: https://www.redballoon.work/lcc; Invest with Rocklinc: info@rocklinc.com or call them at 905-631-546; Diversify Your Money with Bull Bitcoin: https://mission.bullbitcoin.com/lcc Sick of Mainstream Media Lies? Help Support Independent Media! DONATE TO LCC TODAY!: https://libertycoalitioncanada.com/donate/ Please Support us in bringing you real, truthful reporting and analysis from a Christian perspective. SUBSCRIBE TO OUR SHOWS/CHANNELS: LIBERTY DISPATCH PODCAST: https://libertydispatch.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/LDshow; OPEN MIKE WITH MICHAEL THIESSEN: https://openmikewithmichaelthiessen.podbean.com; https://rumble.com/openmike; THE OTHER CLUB: https://rumble.com/c/c-2541984; THE LIBERTY LOUNGE WITH TIM TYSOE: https://rumble.com/LLwTT; CONTACT US: Questions/comments about podcasts/news/analysis: mailbag@libertycoalitioncanada.com; Questions/comments about donations: give@libertycoalitioncanada.com; Questions/comments that are church-related: churches@libertycoalitioncanada.com; General Inquiries: info@libertycoalitioncanada.com. STAY UP-TO-DATE ON ALL THINGS LCC: Gab: https://gab.com/libertycoalitioncanada Telegram: https://t.me/libertycoalitioncanadanews Instagram: https://instagram.com/libertycoalitioncanada Facebook: https://facebook.com/LibertyCoalitionCanada Twitter: @LibertyCCanada - https://twitter.com/LibertyCCanada Rumble: https://rumble.com/user/LibertyCoalitionCanada YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@liberty4canada Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, RATE & REVIEW and SHARE it with others!
NeoChats - Series 7 | Episode 1: Common Questions Parents have about RSV ProphylaxisFiona Guy BSc., BScN, RNRSV Clinic Coordinator McMaster Children's HospitalHamilton, OntarioBiography: Fiona Guy is the RSV Clinic Coordinator at McMaster Children's Hospital and Senior Administrator for the RSV Data Management System at Mount Sinai Hospital. She has a Bachelor of Science and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Western Ontario. Fiona's expertise is in Neonatal Nursing as she worked in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at both North York General Hospital and McMaster Children's Hospital for the first 11 years of her career. Fiona has been running the RSV Clinic since 2018 and has contributed to a scholarly paper, two roundtables for the Canadian Premature Babies Foundation and has presented on Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia to RSV Clinic Coordinators across Ontario. This podcast is sponsored by AstraZeneca Canada
We made it! Host John Shep and the Tailgate Night Runners (Byron, Louis, Ken, Chris and Jeff) stumbled to the finish line of the Chilly Half Marathon to cap off their 2023 Goggins Challenge (run 4 miles every 4 hours for 48 hours) in support of the Maddie Project. Hear about our adventures and the power of community to raise awareness for mental health and support the North York General Hospital. To donate to the Maddie Project: https://fundraisefornygh.ca/ui/PushYourLimits/p/jshep To find out more about the Tailgate Night Runners: https://www.instagram.com/tailgatenightrunners/
When patients feel well-informed, valued, and heard, they are more likely to adhere to their treatment plans - leading to lower readmission rates. Duska Kennedy shares how patient co-creation is helping develop digital health tools in Ontario Duska Kennedy, Chief Digital Officer, North York General Hospital For more great insights head to www.PublicSectorNetwork.co
Hear about us gearing up for the 2023 Push Your Limits Goggins Challenge with The Maddie Project on the Trillium Running Podcast. We chat with founder Nicole German, Emma Dolphin of Aethos and runner Chris Albion about the power of running to raise (and raise awareness for) mental health and to support the North York General Hospital. Donate to NYGH Push Your Limits for host John Shep: https://fundraisefornygh.ca/ui/PushYourLimits/p/jshep Find out more about the Maddie Project: https://www.instagram.com/maddie_project/ Find out more about Team Aethos: https://www.aethos.ca/
Dr Esther R. Libman, Hon. B.Sc M.D. is a family medicine physician with a full time family practice in Thornhill, Canada since 1982. She attended University of Toronto for Medical School and continued at University of Toronto's family medicine residency program. She then obtained her Fellowship of the College of Family Medicine. She worked regular shifts in the emergency department of North York General Hospital from 1982 to 1994 and has continued to attend family practice rounds at NYGH with admitting privileges for newborn, pediatric and adult patients. She manages women's health at every stage, adressing menstruation, birth control, fertility difficulties, perimenopause and menopause. She has a particular interest in guiding orthodox Jewish brides with period regulation prior to their wedding. She has received honorary awards in recognition of her outstanding commitment to the Orthodox community by the Toronto Lubavitch Center, Ohr Somayach, Bikur Cholim of Toronto and Yeshiva University. Her interests include challah baking, fitness, tennis, swimming, simcha dancing, camping and ice skating. She is married to a wonderful family physician, Dr Robert Libman, with whom she shares four terrific children and is the proud grandmother of many.
The OMA is calling for increased access to palliative care, as way to ease the strain on the health-care system overall. In this podcast, Dr. Sandy Buchman, a palliative care physician and medical director of North York General Hospital's Freeman Centre for the Advancement of Palliative Care, talks about how palliative care could be delivered more effectively, how increasing hospice beds would save money, and the need for better human health resource planning.
In this episode, I interview Dr. Anne Aspler, an emergency physician, professor at the University of Toronto as well as the Point-of-Care Ultrasound (POCUS) Director at North York General Hospital and with the Toronto Addis Ababa Academic Collaboration. She is the mom of two young girls and an author currently writing a memoir about processing family shame. In this episode, Anne opens up about how our performance of Fight Song at Canada's Got Talent was life changing for her and how the Voices Rock community has helped her through family challenges during the pandemic. The Rock Docs Podcast is a podcast about the female physician choirs of Voices Rock Canada. In this podcast series, we share how we've found a powerful and unexpected defence against burnout through singing, our community, and our big-hearted and hilarious artistic director Anthony Bastianon. Learn more at https://linktr.ee/voices_rock_canada or by visiting www.voicesrockcanada.com.
#155: Dr. Carlos Yu - Master Your Mind, Master Your Life On this episode Gary chats with good friend and personal physician, Dr. Carlos Yu. Gary and Dr. Yu both got very vulnerable, opening up to each other, and while this conversation covered many topics, it transcended the traditional doctor/patient interaction. Gary had a few 'aha' moments and some epiphanies and hopes to help others with this new information. Dr. Yu just got back from a lengthy hiatus, and we learn why and what he learned during it, including the Wim Hof cold water therapy. He specializes in Auricular acupuncture and is looking for participants to help in a study, please contact Gary to be part of it. Take notes and listen twice to this one! WHAT YOU'LL LEARN: Why Dr. Yu took an extended hiatus, and what he learned from it The good and the bad of taking an extended hiatus, and how he overcame the bad Just why he plunged repeatedly into Lake Ontario (cold water Wim Hof Method therapy), to help focus on the moment What does being PRESENT really mean, and WHY it's so important to make the most of each moment How good mental health was compromised during the pandemic, and depression and anxiety skyrocketed Is the mind part of the immune system and the role of mindset How fear compromised the immune system What is addiction and why someone goes down that path Meditation benefits and HOW to do it Flavonoids and good nutrition Generally how to stay healthy and boost your immune system And MORE! Dr. Yu's Bio Dr. Carlos Yu, BMath, MD, CCFP(EM), CTH, FCFP Dr. Carlos Yu is a Psychotherapy, Addiction Medicine, Integrative Family medicine, Emergency medicine, and Travel Medicine Physician at Ajax Harwood Clinic. Carlos graduated from the University of Western Ontario and completed his residency training at North York General Hospital. His interests also include promoting population wellness through giving talks or running wellness groups at schools and other institutions. He runs weekly Accu-stress Reduction and Mindfulness -based Intervention groups open to everyone from his clinic in Ajax. He received group facilitation training through Mindfulness Without Borders, a non-profit organization that delivers mindfulness training to help individuals manage stress and emotional difficulties. Website/contact info for guest: Web: https://ajaxharwoodclinicblog.wordpress.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/carlos.yu.940 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/c.yu765/ This episode proudly sponsored by BM Select - https://bmselect.ca Are you looking to become a millionaire through real estate investing? Then BM Select is for you! BM Select has helped more people become millionaires over the past 15 years than ANY OTHER mortgage broker in Canada! BM Select focuses on working with Real Estate Investors who are looking to begin or expand their portfolio, as well as specializing in working with customers that are engaged with our host of Realtor contacts across Canada. At BM Select we offer strategic mortgage solutions with dedicated Agent Support along with leading-edge Underwriting and Fulfillment Services that allow you to sleep well knowing your mortgage transactions are being handled by top quality professionals. To find out more, visit the website or email https://bmselect.ca Other Links: Private Investing, visit https://deep-pockets.ca Real Estate Investment Club visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca Gary's mentorship program visit https://garyhibbert.ca Start your own Podcast visit https://www.podcastexperts.ca
Dr. Amit Arya is a palliative care physician who works in hospital, home care, and long-term care facilities, and is also a professor at the University of Toronto and McMaster University. He's currently the palliative care lead at Kensington Health in Toronto, and also works at the Freeman Centre for Palliative Care at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Ontario. He holds multiple leadership roles at the national, provincial and local level, and was awarded the 2020 Award of Excellence in Social Responsibility from the Department of Family and Community Medicine, University of Toronto.In 2021, Dr. Arya co-founded Doctors for Justice in Long-Term Care, a coalition of over a thousand physicians and researchers advocating for an overhaul of the long-term care system in Ontario. He has been featured in the media speaking about long-term care on well-known programs such as CBC's The National, CTV's The Social, and TVO's The Agenda.
In this episode of The Digital Patient, Dr. Joshua Liu, Co-founder & CEO at SeamlessMD, and marketing colleague, Alan Sardana, chat with Duska Kennedy, Chief Digital Officer at North York General Hospital, about "The Role of a Chief Digital Officer & Implementing a Digital Front Door". For show notes, please visit: https://seamless.md/blog/the-digital-patient-episode-62-duska-kennedy-the-role-of-a-chief-digital-officer-implementing-a-digital-front-door
Today we're talking with Dr. Tim Rutledge, President and CEO of Unity Health Toronto. Tim was previously President and CEO of North York General Hospital. Tim is a physician, trained in Emergency Medicine. He developed a strong interest in medical education early in his career and chaired the committee that developed the University of Toronto's first undergraduate course in Emergency Medicine. From the earliest days of the pandemic, Unity Health put a strong emphasis on caring for and vaccinating people experiencing homelessness and Indigenous populations. Tim's own journey of leading the hospital during this turbulent time has led him to a new understanding of the lessons of anti-racism, equity and social accountability. A big part of Tim's life – and one of the important ways he unwinds – is through music. He discovered his love of playing at the piano as a young man and he now plays and records on several instruments. Healthcare and leadership are of course his central preoccupations but coming back to his music always gives Tim a feeling of joy and fulfillment. Quotables “One of the most important attributes in my experience of an effective leader is the ability to listen. I mean capital ‘L' listen. Listen to truly understand the issues.” – TR “COVID has really put into stark relief the fact that there was a disproportionate impact on vulnerable and racialized populations. It really has highlighted that equity is a key dimension of quality in healthcare. It's a major focus here at Unity and for me personally.” – TR “We need to recognize that we all have blindspots, as individuals and within our organizations. This is something we're going to have to put a lot of work into.” – TR “I think the most important thing we've been focussing on the last year or so is making sure that people have some time to unplug. We've been trying to be disciplined about that as well.” – TR “In Ontario we have fewer acute care beds per population than any other province, and fewer beds than any other country in the world. We're tied at the bottom with Mexico at 1.4 beds per thousand.” – TR “The power of the perspectives we get from our patients is not to be underestimated. Our patients are continually giving us great advice on how we can improve the care experience.” – TR “What we really need to focus on in the future healthcare provider is the human aspect. The clinician-patient relationship, connecting with patients in a way that optimizes their care and optimizes their experience. Plan for the many, deliver to the one.” – TR Mentioned in this Episode: North York General Hospital Unity Health Toronto Clay Christensen Donald Berwick Eric Topol Access More Interviews with Healthcare Leaders at HIROC.com/podcast Follow us on Twitter, and listen on iTunes. Email us at Communications@HIROC.com.
Is intercessory prayer more or less effective than lasix? These seemingly random questions are the “rabbit holes” that keep Dr. Wayne Rosen up at night. Dr. Rosen is a colorectal surgeon at the Peter Lougheed Centre in Calgary, Alberta. Dr. Rosen has long delighted the calgary surgical community with his entertaining and thoughtful critiques of a whole host of philosophical and bioethical concepts, ranging from evidence based medicine to how we might ration surgical resources in a pandemic like COVID. We recorded this conversation back in May 2021. We would love to hear your thoughts on any of the topics we discussed on this week's episode on twitter @canjsurg or by email at podcast.cjs@gmail.com. Links: 1. Dr. Rosen's website: http://www.limitsofebm.org/ 2. Cochrane review on intercessory prayer: https://www.cochrane.org/CD000368/SCHIZ_intercessory-prayer-for-the-alleviation-of-ill-health#:~:text=Intercessory%20prayer%20is%20one%20of,in%20some%20kind%20of%20need. 3. Doing Right by Hebert and Rosen: https://www.amazon.ca/Doing-Right-Practical-Trainees-Physicians/dp/0199031339 Bio (from colondoc.ca): Dr. Wayne Rosen did his undergraduate degree in the arts at Queens' University in Kingston, Ontario. After this he studied in Europe for two years and returned to Canada to study medicine. Dr. Rosen graduated in 1991 from Queens University Medical School in Kingston, Ontario, and completed his General Surgery training at the University of Calgary in 1997. He subsequently worked in overseas for three months and practiced briefly in Calgary, and then at the North York General Hospital in Toronto for almost two years. Starting in 2000, Dr. Rosen completed a fellowship in Colorectal Surgery at the University of Texas in Houston, under the mentorship of Dr. H. Randolph Bailey. Following this, he joined the faculty of the Department of Surgery at the University of Calgary at the Peter Lougheed Hospital in 2001. For 10 years he shared a clinical practice with Dr. Doug Johnson until moving out on his own in the summer of 2011. His clinical practice is now situated at the Peter Lougheed Centre and is primarily in the area of colon and rectal surgery. Dr. Rosen is a Fellow of the Royal College of physicians and Surgeons of Canada (FRCS). He is also board certified in both general and colorectal surgery in the United States. He is also a Fellow of the American Society of Colon and Rectal Surgery. In addition to his clinical practice, Dr. Rosen is active as a teacher and instructor with both residents and medical students at the University of Calgary. He is the Chair of the Medical Skills Course at the University of Calgary Medical School and he co-chairs the undergraduate medical students bioethics course with Dr. Ian Mitchell. He regularly lectures and gives seminars on topics related to colon and rectal surgery, as well as bioethics. He has an active interest in biomedical ethics, with a particular interest in areas related to informed consent, resource allocation, medicine and law, and ethical issues in research. Most recently he is interested in the challenges and limits of Evidence-Based Medicine. He has a Masters in Medical Science (MSc Bioethics). Dr. Rosen is a clinical assistant professor in the department of surgery at the University of Calgary.
Jeffrey Freedman was working for a Toronto tile company when the pandemic hit. The office was deemed an essential service, so Freedman kept going into work. His wife's daycare business was shut down due to the pandemic and money got tight, so he kept going in until he took ill. He started having trouble breathing and was rushed to North York General Hospital near the end of Passover. On April 15, he was taken into the ICU, where he spent more than a month living on a ventilator. Miraculously, Freedman survived. But he hasn't been the same since his recovery. His voice is different after being intubated, his left arm has weakened and he suffers from other medical issues that have left him unable to drive or work. That makes Freedman one Canada's "COVID long-haulers"—those who survived the disease but continue to suffer from ongoing health problems. One small upside has been the response he got from the Toronto Blue Jays, a team he's rooted for his whole life. the organization invited him to throw the first pitch at the opening game in July—their first in Toronto in two years. Today, Freedman joins the show to share his story. What we talked about: Watch the Jays' home opener pregame ceremony on YouTube Watch Jeffrey accept more than $600,000 from the Jays Care Foundation at mlb.com/bluejays The CJN Daily is written and hosted by Ellin Bessner (@ebessner on Twitter). Victoria Redden is the producer. Michael Fraiman is the executive producer. Our theme music is by Dov Beck-Levine. Our title sponsor is Metropia. We're a member of The CJN Podcast Network; find more great Jewish podcasts at thecjn.ca.
Bill Tibbo is a clinical social worker, psychotherapist, corporate clinical consultant, and disaster management specialist. In this episode, Bill Tibbo and I discuss how people navigate change in their lives - both small and big. Major crises happen to everyone and dealing with the aftermath can be daunting. Everyone deals with crisis differently; however, through crisis comes transformation. Our true strength as human beings (both personally and communally) emerges during a time of crisis. Through empathy and love it is possible to find a silver lining. In this episode we discuss some of Bill's work with individuals and organizations during the 9/11 attacks in NYC, the SARS epidemic, and the 1999 earthquake in Istanbul. Finally, we go into the current COVID crises and how people can come together, despite differences in belief and opinion, to do what is necessary to prevail together in the face of adversity. Bill Tibbo is the President & CEO of Bill Tibbo & Associates ➤ Throughout the past 30 years Bill, President and CEO of Bill Tibbo & Associates, has provided consulting services to hundreds of business leaders in many of North America's Fortune 500 corporations, as well as a complete spectrum of public sector organizations. ➤ As a Corporate Clinical Consultant and Disaster Management Specialist, Bill has had the honour of leading Post Disaster Debriefing teams after the following events: ➾1999; earthquake in Istanbul, Turkey ➾September 11, 2001; World Trade Centre attack in New York City, ➾2003; SARS Epidemic…serviced epicenter at North York General Hospital ➾2004; Hurricane Ivan in the Cayman Islands ➾2005; Air France Crash, Pearson International Airport, Toronto ➾2014: RCMP Shootings In Moncton New Brunswick ➾2016: Fort McMurray Alberta Forest Fires ➤ Best Selling Author of Leadership in the Eye of the Storm Released November 2016. ➤ Today Bill continues to consult regularly with international business leaders, insurance companies, entrepreneurs, professional athletes and government groups, including the United Nations, as they endeavor to stabilize their organizations both before and after crisis situations. ➤ He and his team serve as the Primary Clinical Consultants to the OPP, Hamilton Police Service, Halton Police Service and Peel Police Service as well as all of the Air Traffic Team for NAV CANADA. ➤ Bill is a cofounder of Camp FACES, a summer camp for Family and Children of Emergency Service Workers. ➤ Finally, Bill Tibbo & Associates work closely with Canada's Aboriginal communities as it pertains to the Indian Residential Schools and designed and led the Health Team for the First National Truth and Reconciliation Event in Winnipeg. More of Bill: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bill-tibbo-762946/ Website: http://www.billtibbo.com More of Shane: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shane-pokroy/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/shanepokroy/ Facebook:
Welcome to Moose Tracks - Locking Horns With Mental Health. In this episode, we're talking all things mental health in children with child and youth therapist, Tania DaSilva. Tania is a graduate of the University of Toronto and is certified in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy, as well as experienced in many other modalities. Tania has worked within the Toronto District School Board, the North York General Hospital and private practice throughout her career. She embarked on her entrepreneurial journey in 2016 when she took over Behaviour Matters, a company that has been active for 20 years. Tania strongly advocates for mental health, as she struggled with her own mental health at a very young age. She was diagnosed with an anxiety disorder at age 16. At age 21 she had someone dear to her committed to a mental health institution and was one of the primary caregivers throughout this process. She's been featured on numerous media outlets across Canada including CTV News, OMNI TV, the Marilyn Denis Show, Breakfast Television, CP24 and Global TV, to name a few. SOCIAL LINKS:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/behaviourmatters/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/behaviourmatters/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/BehaviourMatte1
Dr. Neil Isaac is a Staff Radiologist and the Division Head of Cardiac Imaging at North York General Hospital, as well as the President of York Radiology Consultants. He completed medical school and Diagnostic Radiology residency at Dalhousie University, followed by a fellowship in Cardiovascular Imaging at the University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Isaac works to increase the representation of Black students in medicine through his role with the Black Physicians' Association of Ontario, and participation on the Anti-Black Racism Committee at North York General Hospital. He is an Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Toronto and serves in a number of other leadership roles at North York General and the Ontario Medical Association. Show notes available at northernexposurepodcast.ca
In this episode, we discuss: What is the definition of eczema or dermatitis? 1:49What are the symptoms of eczema? 3:15Are there other kinds of eczema or dermatitis? 4:37How common is eczema? 6:06What are some risks for developing eczema? 6:23What are some triggers for eczema? 6:46Does eczema look the same in children and adults? 7:09Can you outgrow eczema? 7:47What problems can arise from having eczema? 8:00What is the treatment for eczema? 8:54What is the best way to moisturize my skin? 10:05What should I avoid if I have eczema? 11:03What are steroid creams and how do they work? 11:47How often should I use my steroid cream? 12:47Are there different kinds of steroid creams? 13:27What are the main side effects of steroid creams? 14:01Why is my eczema not improving with treatment? 15:10How do you treat severe eczema? 16:08What other resources do you recommend? 16:32Canadian Dermatology Association: https://dermatology.ca/public-patients/skin/eczema/Eczema Society of Canada: https://eczemahelp.caAmerican Academy of Dermatology: https://www.aad.org/public/diseases/eczemaEmail: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. Miriam Weinstein, Paediatric Dermatologist at North York General Hospital and the Hospital For Sick Children in Toronto, Canada Original music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: What does TMJ stand for? 1:40Are TMJ disorders common? 2:43What conditions are associated with TMJ disorders? 3:18Should I see my doctor if I have TMJ problems? 3:46What are some risks for developing TMJ disorders? 4:21What are the symptoms of TMJ disorders? 4:54What are the different causes of TMJ disorders? 6:14Are any special tests needed to diagnose TMJ disorders? Do I need to see a specialist? 7:34Does everyone need treatment for TMJ disorders? 8:29What are the non-medication treatment options for TMJ disorders? 9:03What medications are used to treat TMJ disorders? 10:20What are night guards or dental splints? Do I need surgery? 11:00What resources do you recommend? 11:42Canadian Dental Association: https://www.cda-adc.ca/en/oral_health/talk/complications/temporomandibular_disorder/National Institute of Health: https://www.nidcr.nih.gov/sites/default/files/2017-12/tmj-disorders.pdfEmail: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. Everton Gooden, Assistant Professor at the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine and Chief of the Department of Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery at North York General Hospital in Toronto. Original music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
Libby is joined by Dr. Amit Arya, a Palliative Care doctor and Board member of Canadian Palliative Care Physicians and Ontario Health Coalition as well as Jane Meadus, Staff lawyer and the Institutional Advocate at the Advocacy Centre for the Elderly (ACE). Tendercare nursing home has been grappling with a brutal COVID-19 outbreak. The province has called on North York General Hospital to step in to help manage the crisis. Listen live, weekdays from noon to 1, on Zoomer Radio!
In this episode, we discuss: What is the 'emergency' in emergency birth control? 1:52What should I do if I'm considering emergency birth control? 2:28What are the different options for emergency birth control? 2:53What is the morning after pill? 3:07When is the morning after pill effective? 3:35What is Plan B AKA Next Choice AKA Option 2 AKA NorLevo? 3:44When is this effective? 4:19What is Ella? 4:32What are the downsides of Ella? 5:01When would you use a copper IUD for emergency birth control? 5:21When wouldn't you use emergency birth control? 5:58What else is important when considering emergency birth control? 6:26What resources do you recommend? 7:02Resources: https://www.sexandu.ca/contraception/Email: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. David Eisen, Chief of the Department of Family and Community Medicine at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada Original music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: What are the different kinds of birth control without hormones? 1:49How effective is birth control without hormones? 3:45What are the side effects of birth control without hormones? 5:55What are some of the benefits of birth control without hormones? 6:21What are IUDs (intrauterine devices) without hormones? 7:09Why would I want a copper IUD instead of a IUD with hormones? 7:39How do you insert a copper IUD? Are they similar to IUDs with hormones? 7:57What are the side effects of copper IUDs? 9:11How long do copper IUDs last? 9:44When do you consider the surgical methods of birth control? 10:05Which surgical method of birth control is better? 10:36What is a vasectomy? 11:34What are the risks of a vasectomy? 12:25What is tubal ligation or getting your tubes tied? 13:15What are the benefits of tubal ligation? 13:58What are the risks of tubal ligation? 14:34How effective are the abstinence and withdrawal methods? 15:16What is the fertility awareness method? 15:50How do I know when ovulation is occurring? 16:33Is fertility awareness a good method? 16:56Can you get pregnant while breastfeeding? 17:33What other resources do you recommend? 18:07Resources: https://www.sexandu.ca/contraception/Email: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. David Eisen, Chief of the Department of Family and Community Medicine at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada Original music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: What are the different types of birth control with hormones? 1:50What are the non-pregnancy benefits of birth control with hormones? 2:28When shouldn't someone use birth control with hormones? 3:24Is birth control with hormones dangerous? 4:41Do these methods of birth control prevent sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? 5:11What are the side effects of hormones? 5:32How do you know when the dose is right for me? 6:39How does the birth control pill work? 6:52When should I start taking the pill? 7:54Does it matter when during the day I take the pill? 8:50What happens if I miss a pill? 9:09What is the birth control ring? is it a good methods? 11:03Can you feel the ring during intercourse? 11:46What is the birth control patch? 11:51What are IUDs, or intra-uterine devices? 12:25What are the benefits of IUDs? 13:05Are IUDs painful to insert? 13:30What are the risks of getting an IUD? 14:01Why might I not want an IUD? 14:42What are the side effects of an IUD? 15:54How long can you leave an IUD inserted? 16:14What are the progesterone-only types of birth control? 16:24What are specific types and side effects of progesterone-only birth control? 16:53How often do you get the progesterone injections, and are there side effects? 17:47What should I do if I want to get pregnant? 18:45What other resources do you recommend? 20:10Sex and you - https://www.sexandu.ca/contraception/Dr. Dervaitis video series - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCk5RWzabWjv4zmrvlrwTo-gEmail: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. David Eisen, Chief of the Department of Family and Community Medicine at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada Original music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: What is contraception or birth control? 2:25What are some different kinds of birth control? 3:03Are some methods better than others? 4:06How do these methods work? 5:58What actually happens in the body when I get pregnant? 5:58What are the hormones involved in pregnancy? How do they work? 7:41What actually causes my period? 10:22How does birth control with hormones work? 11:40Does birth control protect me from sexually transmitted infections (STIs)? 13:10What resources do you recommend for more information on birth control? 13:57Resources: https://www.sexandu.ca/contraception/Email: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. David Eisen, Chief of the Department of Family and Community Medicine at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada Original music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: What is an asthma attack or asthma exacerbation? 2:12What are the symptoms of an asthma attack? 2:36What are some risks for having an asthma attack? 3:14How do I know if I'm having an asthma attack? 4:02What should I do if I'm having an asthma attack? 4:46What is done in the emergency department if I have an asthma attack? 5:24Will I need to stay in the hospital after an asthma attack? 6:14How do I prevent future asthma attacks? 6:38Are there any major differences between the treatment for child and adult asthma attacks? 7:42What other resources do you recommend? 8:09Email: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. Jamie Blicker, Emergency Medicine physician at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada Original music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: What is the definition of asthma? 1:47How common is asthma? 2:30What are the symptoms of asthma? 2:42 What makes these symptoms worse? 3:10Is asthma the only cause of wheeze? 4:42What factors increase my risk of developing asthma? 5:19Are there conditions associated with asthma? 6:12How is asthma diagnosed? 6:43What is spirometry? 8:08Are there any other special tests done to diagnose asthma? 8:55What is occupational asthma? 9:20What is considered 'well controlled' asthma? 9:53What is the problem with poorly controlled asthma? 10:57What are some reasons I may have poorly controlled asthma? 11:24What is the best way to take my puffers? 12:29What are the as-needed puffers for asthma? 13:30What medications are in the combination inhaler? 14:05What are the side effects of the inhalers? 14:33What type of puffer is used on a daily basis? 15:08How long do puffers usually take to work? 15:43Other than puffers, what else can help my asthma? 15:51What other resources do you recommend? 16:37Asthma Canada: https://asthma.caCanadian Lung Association: https://www.lung.ca/asthmaEmail: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. Jamie Blicker, Emergency Medicine physician at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada Original music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: What is the definition of asthma? 1:46What are the symptoms of asthma? 2:50Is asthma the only cause of wheeze? 3:22How often do children experience symptoms? 3:58Do children outgrow asthma? 4:43How common is asthma in children? 4:58Do genetics play a role in asthma? 5:19How is preschool asthma diagnosed? 6:19Can you diagnose asthma after the first episode? 8:05Are there special tests used to diagnose asthma? 8:31Which puffer or treatment is used? 9:02What if symptoms don't improve after treatment? 10:06What is the best way to use a puffer? 10:42How do I know when my child's symptoms are well-controlled? 11:54What is the as-needed puffer? 13:28What are the side effects of the as-needed (blue) puffer? 13:28How many puffs should my child use of the as-needed puffer? 14:08What is the long acting puffer? 14:22What are the side effects of the long acting (steroid) puffer? 14:22How long do puffers take to work? 15:33Are there any other medications used? 15:52What other resources do you recommend? 16:40Canadian Paediatric Society: https://www.caringforkids.cps.ca/uploads/wellbeings/Asthma_plan_ENG_2016.pdfAbout Kids Health (SickKids): https://www.aboutkidshealth.ca/asthmahubEmail: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. Ostreicher, Paediatrician at North York General Hospital, Toronto, CanadaOriginal music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: What does anxiety actually mean? 2:15Is it normal to have some anxiety? 4:08How common are anxiety disorders? 5:03What are some risks for developing anxiety? 6:00Can anxiety come and go? 7:29How long do you need to have anxiety to be diagnosed with an anxiety disorder? 7:29What are panic attacks? 8:17How do you generally treat anxiety disorders? 9:47Why should you avoid caffeine in anxiety disorders? 11:35What are specific phobias? 12:10How do you treat specific phobias? 13:23What is social anxiety? 15:09How do you differentiate normal shyness from social anxiety? 16:13How do you treat social anxiety? 16:47What is generalized anxiety disorder, or GAD? 17:15What is the treatment for GAD? 18:04How long does treatment take to work? 19:18What other resources do you recommend? 19:35Anxiety Canada: https://www.anxietycanada.comCanadian Mental Health Association: https://cmha.caCenter for Clinical Interventions - Anxiety: https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/AnxietyEmail: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. Stephen Gelber, staff psychiatrist at North York General Hospital in Toronto, CanadaOriginal music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: What is ADD/ADHD? Is there a difference? 1:52Can you be diagnosed with both the inattention and hyperactivity subsets of ADHD? 4:27How long do you need to have these symptoms to be diagnosed with ADHD? 4:42If my child is showing symptoms at home, is that enough to be diagnosed with ADHD? 5:01Why do you need to have symptoms in multiple settings? 5:34What methods are used for screening patients with ADHD and why? 6:29Is ADHD my fault? Is it because of my parenting technique? Is it because my child is lazy? 7:06Do parents sometimes have undiagnosed ADHD as well? 8:21Do symptoms of ADHD apply to all activities? 9:00Can I get ADHD as an adult? 10:12How come I was never diagnosed with ADHD as a child if I likely had it? 11:52How does ADHD affect children in school? 12:33Is ADHD associated with any other mental health conditions? 13:06What is the treatment for ADHD? 14:14What are some behavioural strategies to try in ADHD? 15:20Should you try these strategies only at school/work, or at home as well? 15:20What medications are used for ADHD? 16:38How do these medications work? 17:27How effective are these medications? 17:40How do you know if the medications are working? 18:40Can you be on these medications long-term? 19:03Should I take these medications only when going to school/work? 19:34What are the side effects of these medications? 20:12What resources do you recommend for ADHD? 20:35CADDRA: https://www.caddra.caCADDAC: https://caddac.ca/adhd/Totally ADD: https://totallyadd.comEmail: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. Stephen Gelber, staff psychiatrist at North York General Hospital in Toronto, CanadaOriginal music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: What is psychotherapy or cognitive therapy? 2:03What is cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT)? 3:04Does talking actually work to make you feel better? 4:12What are some bad thought patterns that can worsen depression? 5:38Is psychotherapy a lot of work? 8:21What does the homework for psychotherapy look like? 8:54 When should I do this homework? 10:35What is the time commitment for psychotherapy? 11:22Is psychotherapy done individually or in a group? 11:22How long does it take to feel better? 11:39How does CBT compare to medications? 12:26Can CBT be used for conditions other than depression? 13:30How do I access psychotherapy? 13:52 Can I switch therapists? 16:04Bounceback Ontario: https://bouncebackontario.caBeacon Online: https://www.mindbeacon.comCenter for Clinical Interventions: https://www.cci.health.wa.gov.au/Resources/Looking-After-Yourself/DepressionMind Over Mood Workbook - Find at your local book store, amazon.ca, etc. Email: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. Stephen Gelber, staff psychiatrist at North York General Hospital in Toronto, CanadaOriginal music by Nicholas and John BragagnoloDISCLAIMER: This podcast isnt meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didnt mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: How common is depression? 1:37What actually is the definition of depression? 2:25If I feel down, does that mean I'm depressed? 3:33What else can cause depression? 4:15Why might blood work be done in depression? 5:29What causes depression? 7:27What are the main treatments of depression? 8:44What is psychotherapy? 8:44What medications are used in the treatment of depression? 10:04Email: thedoctordictionary@gmail.com Twitter: @TheDrDictionaryThe Black Dog and Depression: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XiCrniLQGYcPeer reviewed by Dr. Stephen Gelber, staff psychiatrist at North York General Hospital in Toronto, CanadaOriginal music by Nicholas and John Bragagnolo DISCLAIMER: This podcast isn't meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didn't mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle.In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
In this episode, we discuss: How do these medications work? 1:56Are these medications dangerous? 1:56 Do these medications work immediately? 3:08How long will I be on these medications? 4:43Do I need these medications once I feel better? 5:03How do I know if the medication is working? 5:23What are the side effects? 6:17Are these medications addictive? 8:10Should I stop taking these medications immediately if I experience side effects? 8:21What are the key takeways on the medications used for depression? 8:53Email: thedoctordictionary@gmail.comTwitter: @TheDrDictionaryPeer reviewed by Dr. Stephen Gelber, staff psychiatrist at North York General Hospital in Toronto, CanadaOriginal music by Nicholas and John Bragagnolo DISCLAIMER: This podcast isn't meant to be a replacement for a traditional doctor's appointment, nor is it meant to be providing medical advice. Rather, it is meant to supplement your doctor's visit and explain why your doctor asked what they asked, and help explain the diagnosis and common treatment plans.Doctors often have very different styles and approaches to a patient and their diagnosis. If we discuss a question or treatment plan that your doctor didn't mention, that doesn't mean that they are a bad doctor. This could represent a difference in practice style, or the fact that your doctor knows you better than we do, and has created a treatment plan that better fits your lifestyle. In case of emergency, please go to your local emergency department.
Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Joshua Tepper, President and CEO of North York General Hospital. In the news: two GTA hospitals, Humber River Hospital and North York General Hospital, have both claimed a victory last Friday by announcing that they had zero COVID-19 patients in ICU. Libby speaks to the CEO of one of those hospitals to discuss the latest. Listen live, weekdays from noon to 1, on Zoomer Radio!
Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Joshua Tepper, President and CEO of North York General Hospital, and Dr. Steve Joordens, Professor of Psychology at the University of Toronto Scarborough. Canada is very close to reaching the grim milestone of 100,000 confirmed cases of COVID-19. And, a new survey by CAMH reveals where Canadians appear to be at mental-health wise. Listen live, weekdays from noon to 1, on Zoomer Radio!
SERIES 2 | EPISODE 1: Deep Caring and Moral Distress: Healthcare's Gordian Knot GUEST: Blair Henry, D. BioethicsSenior EthicistAssistant Professor, Health Ethics Alliance (SB, NYGH & WPHC)DFCM, University of TorontoToronto, OntarioBlair Henry is a Senior Ethicist with the Health Ethics Alliance, and is currently working at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Center and North York General Hospital in Toronto. He has been working as an ethicist since 2002. Prior to this, he worked in hospice end-of-life care in the community.Blair completed a Post Graduate and a Senior Ethics Fellowship in 2005-06 and 2006-07 respectfully, through the Joint Centre for Bioethics at the University of Toronto. Blair completed a Doctor of Bioethics from Loyola University in Chicago. He is also has an Assistant Professor in the Division of Palliative Care in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Toronto.His unique interests involve: research ethics, resuscitation ethics, ethics at the end of life.This podcast is sponsored by Pampers.
Family physician Joshua Tepper who is the president of North York General Hospital in Toronto talks about our collective urge to gather - even if it appears to be at our peril - as seen at various parks over the very warm weekend; Laura Summerfeldt, a clinical psychologist at Trent University in Peterborough discusses what might be called 'quarantine fatigue' - our response to the long period of risk and relative isolation we've experienced since the beginning of the pandemic; James Rilett of Restaurants Canada tells us how he has been helping establishments prepare for operations whlle the threat from the coronavirus still prevails; Joanne Borris is Kingston's Housing Program Administrator. She explains the city's decision to close an improvised campsite at a city park and their efforts to find the people concerned safe temporary shelter; Jordan Press of the Canadian Press explains the deal the Liberals made with the N.D.P. to consult the provinces about providing a minimum of two weeks paid sick leave for workers; As Ontario has started opening up again there are worries what it might mean for community spread of COVID-19 and whether the province even has the ability to spot and isolate any new outbreaks. We find out more from Raywat Deonandan an epidemiologist at the University of Ottawa; Blue Mountains has announced that come next month they will be charging people to use their hiking trails. Tara Lovell, a spokesperson for the resort, explains their decision.
In this episode, Tamara sits down with Dr. Joshua Tepper, family physician, and President and CEO of North York General Hospital in Toronto. Dr. Tepper pulls from his extensive medical background and on-the-ground experience leading a hospital to talk about the weight of the pandemic on the healthcare system. He describes the challenges that still exist and tells us that we don’t yet know what “the new normal” will look like.
In this episode, Gary speaks with his personal MD, Dr. Carlos Yu. Dr. Yu specializes in getting people OFF their medications, responsibly, by replacing the effects of the meds through meditation classes, nutrition, etc. Their discussion delves into social contagions, COVID 19 and what it does to the lungs, social media hygiene, exercise, etc. and they do a LIVE 2 minute meditation! What you'll learn Is the fear spreading faster than the COVID virus itself The benefits of social media hygiene How to balance alone time with sheltering in place with your family Why walking outdoors is very valuable during this epidemic Can healthy nutrition help battle COVID, and the role of flavonoids There are at least 5 Corona viruses Why younger people with existing health challenges can get COVID Microbiomes, gut health and more Are people dying that are essentially healthy Why Italy was the hotspot for the longest time The numerous benefits of meditation Myths about meditation Why over sanitizing is note necessarily the best course of action Addictions in the current world And a LIVE meditation!! And MORE! Bio Dr. Carlos Yu, BMath, MD, CCFP(EM), CTH, FCFP Dr. Carlos Yu is a Psychotherapy, Addiction Medicine, Integrative Family medicine, Emergency medicine, and Travel Medicine Physician at Ajax Harwood Clinic. Carlos graduated from the University of Western Ontario and completed his residency training at North York General Hospital. His interests also include promoting population wellness through giving talks or running wellness groups at schools and other institutions. He runs weekly Accu-stress Reduction and Mindfulness -based Intervention groups open to everyone from his clinic in Ajax. He received group facilitation training through Mindfulness Without Borders, a non-profit organization that delivers mindfulness training to help individuals manage stress and emotional difficulties. Website/contact info for Dr. Carlos Yu Phone number 9056830690 Facebook https://www.facebook.com/carlos.yu.940 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/c.yu765/ Website https://ajaxharwoodclinicblog.wordpress.com https://www.whatisharewithpatients.com/p/home-page.html?m=1 Interested in learning more about Real Estate Investing? Visit https://www.smarthomechoice.ca
Sean works in the healthcare industry as a Director of Patient Quality Experience at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada. We talk about Sean's evolution into design thinking, how he dug deep and studied design, and how he felt that moving into this way of thinking was natural for him. Sean speaks of his career movement at North York General Hospital, how he integrates design into every aspect of the hospital, and Sean's dream of creating a healthcare system that feels right to everyone. Show host: Dawan Stanford. Show Summary Sean has been working in healthcare for 25 years, and currently works at a large community hospital. The element he enjoys the most is the ability to positively impact people's lives every day. He made his way into quality improvement and continued to move up the ladder to his current position. His journey into design started with listening to a presentation from the Vice President of Innovation at Kaiser, who came to Sean's hospital to give a talk about leveraging design and design thinking. Sean shifted his process to design thinking and started to integrate design thinking into his position with cancer research. In his Master's program, he learned how to think about innovation and how to map out an innovation plan, then seeing where design fits into the project. We'll talk about how to create a design thinking workshop, why people-centered innovation is now popular in healthcare, and how Sean believes healthcare can create a better future. Show Host: Dawan Stanford Listen in to learn: How to move towards human-centered care and the tools and methods to create design-centered solutions Why Sean found power in designing with people who weren't in the healthcare field The foundational elements of healthcare and design Reasons why change and change management is complex in healthcare How design and design thinking have come to a critical mass in healthcare Our Guest's Bio Sean is the Director of Quality, Patient- and Family-Centered Care and Patient Flow at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada. He holds a Master's of Design degree from OCAD University in Toronto, with a research interest in how health systems are using design for innovation and improvement. He also teaches in the Design for Health program at OCAD and mentors many students through internships and studio courses at the hospital, advancing the organization's academic mandate while offering students real-life opportunities to hone their design skills and build their careers. Sean is passionate about the potential of people-centered innovation in healthcare, and he has led multiple design engagements over the last 10 years, spanning from the individual level to systems-level innovation. He is committed to advancing patient and community voices into health system transformation, and leveraging design as a critical enabler of building a brighter future for those living in our communities. Show Highlights [02:00] Sean explains his transition from multiple healthcare roles to his current role of quality control. [04:37] He remembers the VP from Kaiser coming to speak at his workplace and how it sparked his interest in design. [05:48] Sean decides to pursue his Master's in Design in Toronto, Canada. [08:03] He describes how coursework for his Master's in Design shaped how he thinks about healthcare and design [10:13] How innovation is playing out in Sean's current work. [15:06] Co-creating, co-designing, and co-exploring design solutions. [24:12] Advice Sean gives to designers who are about to apply service design inside a healthcare system. [26:15] The heart of the designer's role in a healthcare system. [28:21] How to make the most out of making systems visible. [32:27] The importance of revealing causal loops inside a system. [34:23] What Sean learned from studying over 30 design labs inside healthcare organizations. Why these labs often fail. [40:45] How to contact Sean and his social media platforms. Links Design Thinking 101 Fluid Hive Design Innovation Sean Malloy on Twitter Sean Malloy on LinkedIn A Review of Design Labs as a Model for Healthcare Innovation by Sean Molloy North York General Hospital OCAD: Design for Health This is Service Design Doing Book Recommendation: Design for Care: Innovating Healthcare Experience by Peter Jones Book Recommendation: Thinking in Services: Encoding and Expressing Strategy through Design by Majid Iqbal Other Design Thinking 101 Episodes You Might Like Designer's Role in Healthcare & Public Health + Studio Thinking with Jess Roberts — DT101 E21 Nursing + Service Design + Healthcare Innovation with Brittany Merkle — DT101 E38 Healthcare Design Teams + Wellness + ScienceXDesign with Chris McCarthy — DT101 E24 ________________ Thank you for listening to the show and looking at the show notes. Send your questions, suggestions, and guest ideas to Dawan and the Fluid Hive team. 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Sean works in the healthcare industry as a Director of Patient Quality Experience at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada. We talk about Sean’s evolution into design thinking, how he dug deep and studied design, and how he felt that moving into this way of thinking was natural for him. Sean speaks of his career movement at North York General Hospital, how he integrates design into every aspect of the hospital, and Sean’s dream of creating a healthcare system that feels right to everyone. Show host: Dawan Stanford. Show Summary Sean has been working in healthcare for 25 years, and currently works at a large community hospital. The element he enjoys the most is the ability to positively impact people’s lives every day. He made his way into quality improvement and continued to move up the ladder to his current position. His journey into design started with listening to a presentation from the Vice President of Innovation at Kaiser, who came to Sean’s hospital to give a talk about leveraging design and design thinking. Sean shifted his process to design thinking and started to integrate design thinking into his position with cancer research. In his Master’s program, he learned how to think about innovation and how to map out an innovation plan, then seeing where design fits into the project. We’ll talk about how to create a design thinking workshop, why people-centered innovation is now popular in healthcare, and how Sean believes healthcare can create a better future. Show Host: Dawan Stanford Listen in to learn: How to move towards human-centered care and the tools and methods to create design-centered solutions Why Sean found power in designing with people who weren’t in the healthcare field The foundational elements of healthcare and design Reasons why change and change management is complex in healthcare How design and design thinking have come to a critical mass in healthcare Our Guest’s Bio Sean is the Director of Quality, Patient- and Family-Centered Care and Patient Flow at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada. He holds a Master’s of Design degree from OCAD University in Toronto, with a research interest in how health systems are using design for innovation and improvement. He also teaches in the Design for Health program at OCAD and mentors many students through internships and studio courses at the hospital, advancing the organization's academic mandate while offering students real-life opportunities to hone their design skills and build their careers. Sean is passionate about the potential of people-centered innovation in healthcare, and he has led multiple design engagements over the last 10 years, spanning from the individual level to systems-level innovation. He is committed to advancing patient and community voices into health system transformation, and leveraging design as a critical enabler of building a brighter future for those living in our communities. Show Highlights [02:00] Sean explains his transition from multiple healthcare roles to his current role of quality control. [04:37] He remembers the VP from Kaiser coming to speak at his workplace and how it sparked his interest in design. [05:48] Sean decides to pursue his Master’s in Design in Toronto, Canada. [08:03] He describes how coursework for his Master’s in Design shaped how he thinks about healthcare and design [10:13] How innovation is playing out in Sean’s current work. [15:06] Co-creating, co-designing, and co-exploring design solutions. [24:12] Advice Sean gives to designers who are about to apply service design inside a healthcare system. [26:15] The heart of the designer’s role in a healthcare system. [28:21] How to make the most out of making systems visible. [32:27] The importance of revealing causal loops inside a system. [34:23] What Sean learned from studying over 30 design labs inside healthcare organizations. Why these labs often fail. [40:45] How to contact Sean and his social media platforms. Links Design Thinking 101 Fluid Hive Design Innovation Sean Malloy on Twitter Sean Malloy on LinkedIn A Review of Design Labs as a Model for Healthcare Innovation by Sean Molloy North York General Hospital OCAD: Design for Health This is Service Design Doing Book Recommendation: Design for Care: Innovating Healthcare Experience by Peter Jones Book Recommendation: Thinking in Services: Encoding and Expressing Strategy through Design by Majid Iqbal Other Design Thinking 101 Episodes You Might Like Designer's Role in Healthcare & Public Health + Studio Thinking with Jess Roberts — DT101 E21 Nursing + Service Design + Healthcare Innovation with Brittany Merkle — DT101 E38 Healthcare Design Teams + Wellness + ScienceXDesign with Chris McCarthy — DT101 E24 ________________ Thank you for listening to the show and looking at the show notes. Send your questions, suggestions, and guest ideas to Dawan and the Fluid Hive team. 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Dr. Joshua Tepper, president and CEO of North York General Hospital discusses provider well-being, health equity and quality care in the face of the COVID-19 pandemic
Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Joshua Tepper, President and CEO of the North York General Hospital here in Toronto. This morning the Premier said that if things continue to go as well as they are now - and that is a big "if" - the province may start easing restrictions by the Victoria Day weekend, which this year falls in mid-May. Yesterday, he hinted that outdoor activities may be the first area that opens up. But it will still be up to public health authorities to make the call. So, what has to happen before we start getting back to normal. Listen live, weekdays from noon to 1, on Zoomer Radio!
Libby Znaimer is joined by Dr. Adam Kassam, a Toronto-based Physiatrist and public health expert and Dr. Joshua Tepper, President and CEO of North York General Hospital. If there is any area that seems to be a bright spot where it looks like our preparations are working and also that we may be flattening the curve, that is in our hospitals. The worry was that we could end up with scenes like what we have seen in Italy and New York; hospitals overwhelmed with not enough ICU capacity and a shortage of ventilators - the breathing machines that are a last resort for keeping people alive. Libby is joined by two health care professionals to discuss the latest. Listen live, weekdays from noon to 1, on Zoomer Radio!
In studio today, we have Allyson Merbaum, community family physician at North York General Hospital, post-grad site director and assistant professor at the University of Toronto and the Department of Family and Community Medicine. Today's episode focuses on addressing challenges in community family medicine, and supporting our residents. Recorded April 30, 2020.
Dr. Amardeep Singh is a medical physician who specializes in internal medicine at North York General Hospital and a part-time lecturer at the University of Toronto. Many of you may also recognize him from the ‘Dr. Deepy Show’ on Sikh Channel, where Dr. Singh uses his platform to bring awareness to many health issues that are prevalent in the Sikh community. Lastly, Dr. Amardeep Singh is a respected tabla player whose love for Sikhi and Kirtan is recognized across the continent. Born in Africa, raised in California, and now practicing in Toronto, Dr. Amardeep Singh has had quite the journey into the medical profession. We hope you all will draw inspiration from his unique journey and learn from the many struggles Dr. Singh has overcome to get to where he is today.
In studio today, we have Braden O'Neill, family physician at North York General Hospital, assistant professor and new investigator at the Department of Family Community Medicine at the University of Toronto. Today's episode focuses on the importance of time as a commodity in family medicine.
In the studio today, we have Kimberly Wintemute, a family physician at North York General Hospital and assistant professor at the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Toronto. She's also the primary care co-lead for Choosing Wisely Canada. Today's episode focuses on medical assistance in dying (MAID). We explore Dr. Wintemute's experiences and challenges with MAID, and the impact it's had on her life personally, and professionally.
Paul talks with Dr Katie Dainty, who is a qualitative and mixed methods scientist and is the Research Chair in Patient Centred Outcomes at North York General Hospital, Toronto and also a passionate advocate for bystanders in a cardiac arrest scenario - "the forgotten patient". She is currently undertaking research into understanding survivorship following Sudden Cardiac Arrest from both the patient and family perspectives and is also a co-founder of the Canadian organisation Bystander Support Network which aims to support people who have witnessed someone having a cardiac arrest, who have performed CPR or who have survived a cardiac arrest. Presented by Paul Swindell and edited by Matt Nielson. Recorded September 2019 See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.
Dr. Joshua Tepper, CEO of North York General Hospital, shares advice on how to talk to your doctor, including: come prepared with a list; ask lots of questions; if you’re Googling your symptoms, consider the quality of your sources; and lots more! We have all felt unsure, and some of us have felt awkward around our doctor. Here is […] The post #20(S2) TALKING TO YOUR DOCTOR with North York General Hospital CEO Dr. Joshua Tepper appeared first on Talk About Talk.
Dr Daphna Grossman is a palliative care physician at North York General Hospital in Toronto ON. Describing her journey to palliative care, Daphna speaks about the role of mentorship. Her care is rooted in kindness and compassion to alleviate any possible suffering. Daphna believes the impact on health care providers is two sided: enriching or exhaustive. In order to provide the best possible care, Daphna describes the practices that keep her centred and mitigate stress. Daphna wants to spread the message that palliative care is about helping with suffering along the journey with life-limiting illness - not just end-of-life. The doctors discuss how to recognize compassion fatigue and burnout. Giovanna, Irene, and Dori, share their personal strategies for emotional self-care. The episode concludes with a round table about the benefits of the mentoring relationship.
In this podcast, Dr. Sheldon Tobe and Dr. Rahul Jain discuss the 2018 update to the Canadian Cardiovascular Harmonized National Guideline Endeavour (C-CHANGE). This guideline is meant for primary care physicians to help manage patients with heart disease or patients at risk for heart disease. Prof. Monika Kastner is Research Chair in Knowledge Translation and Implementation at North York General Hospital in Toronto and Dr. Sharon Straus is interim physician-in-chief at St. Michael’s Hospital and vice chair and professor of medicine at the University of Toronto. Dr. Sheldon Tobe is co-chair of the C-CHANGE process, nephrologist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and professor of medicine at both the University of Toronto and the Northern Ontario School of Medicine. Dr. Rahul Jain is a family physician and hospitalist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre and assistant professor in the Department of Family and Community Medicine at the University of Toronto. They were part of the group that co-authored the guideline. Full guideline article (open access): www.cmaj.ca/lookup/doi/10.1503/cmaj.180194 ----------------------------------- Subscribe to CMAJ Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Overcast, Instacast, or your favourite aggregator. You can also follow us directly on our SoundCloud page or you can visit www.cmaj.ca/page/multimedia/podcasts.
In this podcast, Dr. Sharon Straus and Prof. Monika Kastner share the results of their research on effectiveness of interventions for managing multiple high-burden chronic diseases affecting older adults. They discuss whether the single-disease approach to management is better than an integrated multi-disease approach to care. Prof. Monika Kastner is Research Chair in Knowledge Translation and Implementation at North York General Hospital in Toronto and Dr. Sharon Straus is interim physician-in-chief at St. Michael’s Hospital and vice chair and professor of medicine at the University of Toronto. Full research article (open access): www.cmaj.ca/lookup/doi/10.1503/cmaj.171391 ----------------------------------- Subscribe to CMAJ Podcasts on Apple Podcasts, iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher, Overcast, Instacast, or your favourite aggregator. You can also follow us directly on our SoundCloud page or you can visit www.cmaj.ca/page/multimedia/podcasts.
Arun Sayal is an Emergency Medicine Doctor at North York General Hospital in Toronto and the founder of The Casted Course - a renowned emergency orthopaedic course for doctors and nurses. Eoghan finds out about Arun and in particular why he has such an incredibly positive outlook on life, with some great tips and advice for us all. (Everyone should spend time with him!!) Matt Di Stefano is an Emergency Physician and accomplished orthopaedic surgeon from Toronto who delivers a lot of the teaching on the Casted Course. Eoghan and Matt discuss various topics including why Matt ought to be a politician!!
075 | Partnerships, potential cures and pandemics Welcome to another episode of Biotechnology Focus radio. This week has brought new partnerships and novel research to light from across Canada. An international partnership sets its sight on developing a cure for Alzheimer’s disease A recent study on Huntington’s could aid cognitive decline Research suggests link between mortality rates of influenza pandemics And implanting a potential cure for type 1 diabetes Welcome to another episode of Biotechnology Focus radio. I am your host, Michelle Currie, here to give you a run-down of the top stories of Canada’s biotech scene. +++++ A deal has been signed between the Krembil Research Institute and French multinational pharmaceutical company, Servier, for the development of a potential disease-modifying drug for Alzheimer’s disease. This strategic research partnership agreement with Toronto-based company Treventis Corp., a company founded by the director of Krembil, Dr. Donald Weaver, is to co-develop a lasting treatment. Studies are already underway the University Health Network (UHN). Dr. Donald Weaver stated that “this was a very bid deal. Drug discovery is a tremendously competitive field and this partnership demonstrates the ability of Krembil and UHN to achieve a level of excellence on the world stage. It also helps cement our place as one of the leading neuroscience research facilities in Canada.” As part of the collaborative agreement, researchers from both countries will be targeting two key proteins that have been identified with memory loss. Weaver’s team has been working on a therapeutic strategy for near two decades to slow or stop this degenerative disease. Currently, there are no disease-modifying treatments on the market to prevent or stop the progression altogether. Alzheimer’s disease affects over 564,000 people in Canada and is expected to rise to a distressing 937,000 by 2031[1]. In 2013, Treventis was awarded $4.7-million in funding from the prestigious Wellcome Trust to investigate compounds, with the hopes of designing a drug that can safely and effectively treat people with chronic neurological dementias, such as Alzheimer’s. Funding from the Wellcome Trust, a British-based independent charity, is extremely competitive, difficult to obtain, and is traditionally awarded to researchers in the U.K. Some of the donors and contributors to the advancement of this research are the Brain Campaign, Alzheimer Society of Canada, Canadian Institutes of Health Research, The W. Garfield Weston Foundation, Bright Focus Foundation, and the Krembil Foundation. As part of the agreement, Servier will fund all research costs and maintain worldwide rights to develop and commercialize drugs advanced during the partnership, while the Toronto researchers set to discover a candidate for a phase I clinical trial. +++++ A York University study might have found a new treatment option for Huntington’s disease. Christine Till, a psychology professor at the university wanted to know if working memory – a mental workspace that stores information while carrying out a task – training would help early-stage patients with the disease. In collaboration with the funder, North York General Hospital (NYGH), she led the study where nine patients received working memory training. The results were published in the journal PLoS ONE and detailed how seven of the nine participants completed the training and perceived benefits. Huntington disease, is a genetic brain disorder characterized by cognitive decline. It is often accompanied by mood changes such as anger, depression, and anxiety. Symptoms usually start when the patient is between 30 and 50 years of age. The Huntington Study Group estimates that there are between 4-7 individuals per 100,000 diagnosed with Huntington’s in Canada. This number is up for debate largely due to people fearing to take the test because of possible genetic discrimination from health insurers. This was a pilot, small study aimed at figuring out feasibility, time and costs. It allows researchers to tweak it before running a comprehensive study. Previous studies of early-to-moderate stage Huntington disease had focused on improving motor functions like gait and balance. Till became encouraged by studies that demonstrated how mice, who were characterized as having genetic mutations mimicking Huntington disease, had benefited from environmental enrichment. These mouse models showed that an enriched environment could enhance motor activity and reduce brain loss. Inspired by this research, Till began to construct home-based computerized training programs to enhance mental activity in participants with Huntington’s disease. Participants underwent neuropsychological testing at North York General Hospital or York University twice – once, at the start of the study, and once one week after the completion of the training. This testing was comprised of 90 minutes of questionnaires and neurocognitive assessments. The training itself involved 25 sessions that were run through the internet and each lasting 40 to 50 minutes. Training was typically completed over a five-week period, five days a week, using the patients’ home computers. It consisted of exercises that targeted visual-spatial working memory and verbal working memory. Task difficulty was taken into account and adjusted automatically so that the exercises were consistently engaging. A training coach called the participants weekly to inquire about their experience with the program and to provide motivational support and note any changes in health. Additionally, the training program provided feedback to the participant after each trial was completed. It calculated this by showing comparisons of previous scores and high scores, and providing auditory comments such as “Way to go!” when the participant’s response was correct. Daily performance on the training program was tracked by the computer. Exit interviews provided powerful insights into the progress of the program and its effectiveness. +++++ New research out of McMaster University and the Université de Montréal suggests that people who were born during a time of an influenza pandemic are at a higher risk of mortality amidst another pandemic arising. While typically, one develops an immunity from exposure to similar, or sometimes different, influenza A viruses, researchers are expressing that there might need to be exceptions to this rule. The new data that was collected proposes that people who were born the time of the 1957 H2N2 or Asian Flu pandemic were at a higher risk of dying during the 2009 H1N1 Swine Flu pandemic, as well as the resurgent outbreak in 2013-2014. The influenza virus has posed a great threat to humanity throughout the years. Its ability to cause widespread pandemics, leaves researchers and scientists scrambling to find a cure. Over the last 100 years, at least five notable pandemics have occurred. This includes the 1918 H1N1 Spanish Flu, the 1957 H2N2 Asian Flu, the 1968 H3N2 “Hong Kong Flu”, the 1977 Russian Flu, and the 2009 H1N1 Swine Flu. The results align with at least two previous influenza A virus pandemics, in 1918 and 1968, when there were higher death rates among those born during previous pandemic years in 1890 and 1918, respectively. Matthew Miller, senior author of the paper, and assistant professor of biochemistry and biomedical sciences at McMaster University suggests that this phenomenon is not unique. He believes that exposure to pandemic influenza early in life is a risk factor for mortality during subsequent cross-strain pandemics. Further research is required to develop appropriate vaccines. +++++ The University of British Columbia and Vancouver Coastal Health are testing a radical way to cure diabetes. The researchers are implanting pancreatic cells grown in a lab from embryonic stem cells to replace ones previously damaged. The hope is that the implanted cells would mature and multiply to eradicate the reliance on insulin and everyday monitoring of blood sugar via finger pricking. Dr. David Thompson, a principal investigator in the clinical trial, says that, “If these replacement cells restore a person’s ability to produce their own insulin when needed, it would prevent dangerous episodes of low blood sugar and lessen the complications resulting from high blood sugar, such as blindness, heart attacks and kidney failure.” The trial could involve about 10 or more people in Vancouver with a severe form of type 1 diabetes, in which a person’s immune system attacks the pancreas, degrading or eliminating its ability to produce insulin. The team received a grant from the Stem Cell Network of Canada for $500,000 to implement these treatments. Currently, they have only implanted one person, but intend to implant more in the coming weeks. Participants will be followed for two years to see if the implanted cells mature into insulin-producing beta cells and other cells capable of controlling a person’s blood sugar, and whether there are significant side effects. The implants are part of a larger clinical study by ViaCyte that plans to test the cell-replacement therapy on approximately 40 patients between the US and Canada. ViaCyte has developed a technique for coaxing the embryonic cells along a path to become mature pancreatic cells. The company has also developed for the clinical trial, a protective packet – smaller than a VISA card – that will be implanted just beneath the skin. The packet’s membrane will allow blood vessels to permeate inside so that oxygen and other nutrients will stimulate them to differentiate further. The researchers expect some of the cells will become beta cells, which sense blood sugar levels and release insulin when needed. As well as these packets, other smaller “sentinel” packets will be implanted and taken out at an earlier stage to evaluate the condition and the development of the cells inside. With the intention to prevent the participants’’ bodies from rejecting the units, they will be taking immunosuppressants. This, however, makes the patients more susceptible to other infections and is therefore only being clinically tested on people who have a particularly dangerous form of type 1 diabetes. The procedure for implanting the cells, performed by a team led by Dr. Garth Warnock, a UBC surgery professor, is similar to transplanting clusters of beta cells, known as “islets,” from deceased donors – a treatment pioneered at the University of Alberta. If this clinical study is successful, it could be a promising lead to a cure for type 1 diabetes. ++++++ Well that wraps up another episode of Biotechnology Focus. For the full stories, please visit the website biotechnologyfocus.ca. From my desk to yours – this is Michelle Currie.
North York General Hospital's 30th Annual Emergency Medicine Update (EMU) Conference 2017 featured some of the best talks I've ever heard from the likes of Sara Gray, Amal Mattu, David Carr and many more. I had a hard time choosing which talks to feature on this EM Cases podcast. I settled on a potpourri of clinical topics and practice tips: Leeor Sommer on Lyme disease, Chris Hicks on signover, Matt Poyner on patient complaints and Walter Himmel on acute vestibular syndrome... The post Episode 99 Highlights from EMU 2017 appeared first on Emergency Medicine Cases.
The Empire Club of Canada Presents: Ambassador David MacNaughton, Canada's Ambassador to the United States David MacNaughton presented his credentials as Canada's Ambassador to the United States on March 3, 2016. As a seasoned entrepreneur and political strategist, Mr. MacNaughton brings a unique set of skills and experiences to his new role as Ambassador. In the 1980s, Mr. MacNaughton transformed the public affairs industry by building an organization that comprised government relations, public opinion research and public relations. After selling his business in 1989, Mr. MacNaughton became President of Canada's largest government and public relations firm and subsequently North American President of the world's largest public relations firm. From 1995 until 2003, Mr. MacNaughton was President of Strathshore Financial and was an advisor to one of Canada's leading investment banks. Mr. MacNaughton's public sector experience includes work at both the federal and provincial levels, including as advisor to the Minister at the Departments of Transport, Industry and Foreign Affairs. He was principal secretary to the Premier of Ontario from 2003 to 2005 and the Chairman of StrategyCorp from 2005 until his appointment. Active in community affairs. Mr. MacNaughton has served on the boards of the North York General Hospital, the Stratford Festival, the National Ski Academy, TV Ontario, the Toronto French School and the Toronto International Film Festival. Mr. MacNaughton is married and has four daughters. Speaker: David MacNaughton, Canada's Ambassador to the United States *The content presented is free of charge but please note that the Empire Club of Canada retains copyright. Neither the speeches themselves nor any part of their content may be used for any purpose other than personal interest or research without the explicit permission of the Empire Club of Canada.* *Views and Opinions Expressed Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by the speakers or panelists are those of the speakers or panelists and do not necessarily reflect or represent the official views and opinions, policy or position held by The Empire Club of Canada.*
This past May in Toronto, the largest and, in my opinion, best Canadian EM conference, North York General Hospital's Emergency Medicine Update Conference, attracted 'Captain Cortex' himself, Stuart Swadron, a Toronto native to talk about his approach to vertigo, which highlights how not to miss a posterior circulation stroke. For the seventh year running the EMU conference was proud to have one of the worlds most well known EM educators, Amal Mattu who presented the most important Cardiology Literature from the past year. This podcast includes edited versions of their talks with commentary and summaries. The post Episode 45: NYGH EM Update Conference 2014 appeared first on Emergency Medicine Cases.
This past May in Toronto, the largest and, in my opinion, best Canadian EM conference, North York General Hospital's Emergency Medicine Update Conference, attracted 'Captain Cortex' himself, Stuart Swadron, a Toronto native to talk about his approach to vertigo, which highlights how not to miss a posterior circulation stroke. For the seventh year running the EMU conference was proud to have one of the worlds most well known EM educators, Amal Mattu who presented the most important Cardiology Literature from the past year. This podcast includes edited versions of their talks with commentary and summaries. The post Episode 45: NYGH EM Update Conference 2014 appeared first on Emergency Medicine Cases.
Monday, February 13, 2012 - (3:30PM PST - 6:30PM EST - 11:30PM UK) Our incredible guest is Clare Gibbons a Genetic Counselor at North York General Hospital. Clare Gibbons obtained a Master of Science degree in Genetic Counseling from Sarah Lawrence College in 1996. She is currently an American and Canadian Board certified genetic counselor and works at North York General Hospital in Toronto, Canada. She has been a member of the multidisciplinary HD clinic at North York General Hospital for 12 years. She provides genetic counseling to people undergoing genetic testing for HD and also provides support and resource information to people being followed in the HD clinic. Recently, Ms. Gibbons has become more actively involved in a number of HD related research projects. In particular, she is working with a Masters student who is doing her thesis project on the challenges parents face when talking to their children about HD. Stay tuned!
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