Nova Scotia Stroke Education Series

The ABI Provincial Network in collaboration with Nova Scotia Health’s Integrated Acute and Episodic Care Network are pleased to present the Provincial Stroke Education Series.

The series is for all health care providers working with individuals who have experienced stroke at any stage in their care: prevention, acute/hyperacute, inpatient rehabilitation, ambulatory care, and community-based care.

The goal is to share information and resources specific to stroke care in Nova Scotia by reviewing health system performance data, showcasing research initiatives, and presenting case studies.

Education sessions occur 3 times a year on the 1^st Wednesday of the month in February, June, and October 12:15-1:00 om Teams.

To join the mailing list, contact abinetwork@nshealth.ca

Check out the slides and recordings from previous sessions (coming soon)

ACTEAST Study

The Atlantic Canada Together Enhancing Acute Stroke Treatment (ACTEAST) study was an improvement collaborative that was carried out across all of the Atlantic provinces: Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland & Labrador. The project aimed to increase the proportion of ischemic stroke patients receiving acute treatment and improve the efficiency of treatment in Atlantic Canada. In this presentation Dr. Noreen Kamal, Principal Investigator, reviewed the goals of the study and presented preliminary results.

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Recording: https://stream2.nshealth.ca/2024/02-07-Ns-Stroke-Education-Series

Date: February 28, 2024

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Nova Scotia Stroke Data Review

The Nova Scotia Provincial Stroke Database collects data on every patient discharged from acute care with a diagnosis of stroke. Data includes demographics, stroke presentation details, treatment received, length of stay, discharge disposition, and stroke-related discharge medications. The collected data can be compared against national best practice recommendations. This presentation provides an overview of the data collection process and a comparison of Nova Scotia Health performance against national targets set by Accreditation Canada Stroke Distinction.

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Recording: https://stream2.nshealth.ca/2024/06-05-Provincial-Stroke-Data-Review

Date: June 27, 2024

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One Patient's Journey: A Case Review

This case study presented by the Valley Regional Hospital Stroke Team outlines one person's experience with stroke care in Nova Scotia. It brings the Provincial Stroke Database to life and reviews the strengths and opportunities of the healthcare system.

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Recording: https://stream2.nshealth.ca/2024/10-02-Ns-Stroke-Education-Series

Date: October 4, 2024

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