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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 6h

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For #EmergencyNursingWeek, we are highlighting our work on the fascia iliaca compartment nerve block (FICB)!

The KTP assisted with the development of an education tool for patients on FICBs, and a tool for Emergency Department nurses for their role in the FICB process.

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 1d

This presentation with Dr Monika Kastner & moderated by Dr.
@gfontaine.bsky.social is happening on Oct 9th!

Get more info here: ktcanada.org/event/kt-can...

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 2d

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Congratulations to @cathsmstratton.bsky.social, who was recently awarded the 2025 Cathy Fooks Award for Research and Leadership Excellence in Patient and Caregiver Engagement Award!

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 5d

Please share 😁

Join us for our online course, Intro to Knowledge Synthesis for Knowledge Users, taking place from January to April 2026!

Get more info here:
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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 6d

Reminder - please share!

Our next webinar, with Dr. Monika Kastner, is coming up in 1 week, on October 9th.

Join us! 😊
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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 15d

Join us for our next Seminar Series presentation, taking place Oct 9 with Dr Monika Kastner!

Topic: Evaluation of an eHealth self-management tool (KeepWell) for older adults with #multimorbidity: Lessons learned from a hybrid effectiveness-implementation trial

Register here! bit.ly/4gWBAUp

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SPORAlliance @sporalliance.bsky.social · 8d

Check out our September 2025 e-newsletter for the latest SPOR Evidence Alliance updates, including member spotlights, publications, and engagement opportunities!

📩 Read it here: mailchi.mp/smh/spor-evi...

#PatientOrientedResearch #PatientEngagement #KnowledgeMobilization

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American Geriatrics Society @amergeriatrics.bsky.social · 8d

The AGS and the ADGAP are pleased to announce the Outstanding Geriatric Medicine Education Coordinator of the Year Award.

Visit the AGS awards page to learn more and apply through 12/2. The award will be presented at our 2026 Annual Scientific Meeting. meeting.americangeriatrics.org/submissions/...

AGS/ADGAP Outstanding Geriatric Medicine Education Coordinator of the Year Award

PURPOSEThe individual with the primary responsibility of coordinating a Geriatric Medicine Fellowship Program has a unique and invaluable role in medical education at their institution. This individu...

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 9d

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It's #WorldHeartDay! Learn here about the COACH trial, led by Dr. Doug Lee in collaboration with KTP scientists. The COACH trial, published in the @nejm.org, improved outcomes for patients with acute heart failure outcomes. Read on: bit.ly/3Ut7ezB

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Trial of an Intervention to Improve Acute Heart Failure Outcomes | NEJM

Patients with acute heart failure are frequently or systematically hospitalized, often because the risk of adverse events is uncertain and the options for rapid follow-up are inadequate. Whether th...

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 12d

📰 In case you missed it!

KT Canada newsletter from Sept. 24, 2025:

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Unity Health Toronto @unityhealthto.bsky.social · 15d

#ICYMI: Check out this recent article by Dr. Tina Fahim, implementation scientist with the @ktprogram.bsky.social at St. Michael’s Hospital and her team. Published in @plos.org, the study examines long-term care homes during the pandemic and the models of care implemented.

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 14d

The Vaccine+ Project is hosting a virtual town hall for #LongTermCare & #RetirementHome staff on October 24 at 12PM ET.

Join us to hear about COVID-19 & influenza vaccines from infectious disease expert, Dr. Allison McGeer!

Register & learn more here: bit.ly/4n9hp7M

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Video Conferencing, Web Conferencing, Webinars, Screen Sharing

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SCPOR @scpor.bsky.social · 14d

There's still time to register for this event taking place this afternoon! Note the new room number: Health Sciences 1A04. Learn more and register at scpor.ca/upcoming-eve...

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 15d

Join us for our next Seminar Series presentation, taking place Oct 9 with Dr Monika Kastner!

Topic: Evaluation of an eHealth self-management tool (KeepWell) for older adults with #multimorbidity: Lessons learned from a hybrid effectiveness-implementation trial

Register here! bit.ly/4gWBAUp

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 16d

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We’re offering #LongTermCare and #RetirementHome staff & leaders:

-A Vaccine Champions course
-Expert-led town halls
-Vaccine educational materials

Learn more & sign up! bit.ly/47soGL0

Join the Vaccine+ Project – Wellness Hub

Calling all long-term care home and retirement home leaders and staff in Ontario! Join the St. Michael’s Hospital Vaccine+ Project to share your insights,and access free resources on Influenza and COVID-19 vaccines. The Vaccine+ Resources include: Information on how to participate can be found below.

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 19d

Congrats to Hajra Turabi & Gabrielle Tsai on receiving the Graduate Training Award from Unity Health Toronto/Providence Healthcare & the University of Toronto’s Rehabilitation Sciences Institute!

Hajra is a Masters student who works at the Knowledge Translation Program with Dr. Jennifer Watt. 🎉

Unity Health Toronto @unityhealthto.bsky.social · 20d

A new research award from Unity Health Toronto/Providence Healthcare & U of T’s Rehabilitation Sciences Institute is an opportunity for graduate trainees to do a fellowship program at Providence Healthcare, under the supervision of Unity Health scientists. Learn more: unityhealth.to/2025/09/rese...

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 20d

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In this study, led by Knowledge Translation Program Scientist Dr @andreatricco.bsky.social, the team looked at the comparative safety and effectiveness of cognitive enhancers for Alzheimer’s disease.

🔗 bit.ly/ADmeds

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Comparative Effectiveness and Safety of Cognitive Enhancers for Treating Alzheimer's Disease: Systematic Review and Network Metaanalysis

Background/Objectives To examine the comparative effectiveness and safety of cognitive enhancers for Alzheimer's disease (AD). Design Systematic review and Bayesian network metaanalysis (NMA). S...

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 21d

Do you want to learn more about #KnowledgeSynthesis from the experts? By the end of our online course, "Intro to KS for Knowledge Users", you'll have a protocol ready for registration.

Apply & find out more here: bit.ly/42AoohE

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Introductory online course – Knowledge Synthesis for Knowledge Users.

Learn from KS experts!

January to April, 2026

Scan the QR code to find out more, or visit (link to course page).

Delivered by the Knowledge Translation Program.

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · 22d

In case you missed it - KT Canada newsletter from Sept 10:

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KT Canada e-Newsletter

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 28d

Congratulations to KTP Scientist Dr Jennifer Watt and Michael Page on being accepted to present their work at the 2025 #AngelsDen event - Canada's biggest research competition! Visit the link below to learn more.

www.linkedin.com/posts/st-mic...

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#angelsden2025 #angelsden | St. Michael's Hospital Foundation

What if artificial intelligence could solve hallway medicine? Dr. Jennifer Watt and Michael Page, MBA are designing a tool to do just that. On October 22, they’ll take the stage at Koerner Hall to p...

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · 29d

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Sept is #WorldAlzheimersMonth & we'll be showcasing some of our work in this area. In this study, led by KTP Scientist Dr Jenn Watt, the team wanted to compare the safety of pharmacologic (drug-based) alternatives to antipsychotic drugs for treatment of neuropsychiatric symptoms of #dementia.

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · Sep 8

Do you need help with #implementation?

We have a handful of spots left in our Practicing #KnowledgeTranslation course, happening in-person in Toronto, this October!

Learn how to apply KT science to real-world implementation projects. Get more info here! bit.ly/PKTcourse

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KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · Sep 4

Reminder: this free session is taking place next Thursday, Sept. 11. Register below!

KTCanada.bsky.social @ktcanada.bsky.social · Aug 29

Pls share - our Seminar Series is back!

Join us on Sept 11, 12:00-1:00pm EST.

Aunima Bhuiya will present "Quality is in the eye of the beholder: Exploring the quality of #KnowledgeTranslation and #ImplementationScience practice tools".

Register here! bit.ly/4oSAbBE

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KTprogram.bsky.social @ktprogram.bsky.social · Sep 3