Dr. Chris Simpson
@Dr_ChrisSimpson
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Executive VP (Medical) & Chief Medical Executive @OntarioHealthOH. Past Prez, @cahs_acss. Past Prez @cma_docs. Cardiologist @KingstonHSC. Professor @queensuDOM
Kingston, Ontario
Joined March 2008
Great to host @OntarioHealthOH Leaders at Credit Valley Hospital today! We shared how our teams are tackling system challenges head-on through integrated care and technology, driving better, more connected care for patients in our community. Thank you for the visit. We look
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We're thrilled to announce that four Canadian research teams will receive nearly $20 million over the next four to five years as recipients of the prestigious Terry Fox New Frontiers Program Project Grants (PPGs), bringing the total number of active PPGs to a record-breaking 20!
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Dr. Stuart Connolly was a giant in Canadian cardiology. His impact is felt by millions of patients worldwide. A profoundly meaningful life and legacy. He will be sorely missed. @HamHealthSci @machealthsci @SCC_CCS
obituaries.thespec.com
View Stuart J. 1949-2024 CONNOLLY's complete obituary, share memories, and explore heartfelt tribute posts from the community.
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Depression and anxiety-related concerns are the most common mental health issues facing people in Ontario. #DYK you can get free cognitive-behavioural therapy and related services through the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program? https://t.co/YluI5xZ1f1
#MentalHealthWeek
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Happy #NursesWeek to all of my nurse colleagues across Canada! I can’t even begin to thank you enough for all you’ve taught me, and for all you do for our patients and the system. Respect.
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Happy Doctors day to all my physician colleagues @OntarioHealthOH, @kingstonhsc and across Canada! Thanks for all you do every day.
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Oh my. #HealthForAll is #1 on the @TorontoStar non-fiction bestseller list. This makes me super happy😀 for many reasons but mostly because it shows how much Canadians care about becoming a healthier country. Thank you to everyone who is sharing the story.
thestar.com
The books Canadians bought this week
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🚗 Heart diseases can impair driving — read more about waiting times after cardiac interventions or acute illnesses, and other recommendations 👉 https://t.co/OgfNTfATdI
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Register now for the @SCC_CCS Medical Fitness to Drive webinar to be held Wednesday evening! https://t.co/RNIwtBvaYh
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It was Book Launch Eve and we kicked it off at the Kingston @WritersFestYGK surrounded by support from @QueensUHealth, and with excellent questions from @Dr_ChrisSimpson. It made me so happy to meet people who are enthusiastic about #HealthForAll.
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Here are the latest guidelines from @SCC_CCS on medical fitness to drive for people with cardiac conditions:
onlinecjc.ca
Cardiovascular conditions are among the most frequent causes of impairment to drive, because they might induce unpredictable mental state alterations via diverse mechanisms like myocardial ischemia,...
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Get a virtual ticket to join Dean @janephilpott for a conversation with @Dr_ChrisSimpson about her new book, Health for All, at the Kingston Writers Fest event Monday, April 8 at 7 p.m. https://t.co/CUqXFUctVu
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Part 1 is on the CCS 2023 Guidelines on the Fitness to Drive, taking place Wednesday, April 10 at 8 PM ET with program chairs @Almufleh_Aws & @RealAnilGupta and presenters @Dr_ChrisSimpson and @hvanspall. Register now:
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Historic day yesterday for @KingstonHSC and our community as our new PET Scanner arrived at the loading dock. #ThisIsThePlace Many thanks to all supporters & donors who believed in this cause!
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On #IWD, we honour the strength and achievements of women everywhere. This year’s theme, #InspireInclusion, emphasizes the importance of diversity and empowerment. We asked some of our team members what Inspire Inclusion means to them. Click to read: https://t.co/vGBuE5wWRh
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Hypertension is a common condition that affects two thirds of Ontario adults aged 65+. We've developed a quality standard for hypertension which highlights important opportunities to improve patient care. Read more: https://t.co/luqEYwmWIj
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As we close out #HeartMonth, we’re giving a shout-out to one of KHSC’s busiest heart clinics, the Cardiac Rhythm Device Clinic. Close to 12,000 people from Cobourg to Cornwall and up to Fort Albany are followed for routine device monitoring by this amazing team. #ThisIsThePlace
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Discover what’s behind the doors of KHSC’s Cardiac Procedures Unit. It’s where over 4,000 life-changing tests and procedures happen yearly and, along with the rest of the #myKHSC Cardiac program, it’s the only one of its kind in southeastern Ontario. 👉 https://t.co/icKpA6eTui
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