Heartwise Webinars
HeartWise Webinars will be taking a mini-break from live webinars for the summer. In the meantime, we welcome you to watch some of our previously recorded on-demand webinars. Each week we'll promote a new recording on a popular topic. On behalf of the Prevention & Wellness Centre Team, we wish you and your families a wonderful Summer!
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FOR PATIENTS: Heart & Stroke PresentsPractical virtual rehabilitation and self-management techniques during COVID-19 for people living with heart conditions to continue the recovery journey. Recorded April 24, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Top 10 Tips for Staying Healthy During the COVID-19 PandemicHear from our very own University of Ottawa Heart Institute experts on useful tips for a heart-healthy living while practicing physical distancing. Recorded May 1, 2020.
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Helping Patients Quit Smoking during the COVID-19 PandemicThis webinar will provide an overview of the current literature on the relationship between COVID-19 and tobacco smoking. Dr. Andrew Pipe will highlight the importance of smoking cessation at this time and will provide guidance on how to best support patients wanting to quit smoking during the pandemic. Recorded May 7, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Top 10 Tips for Eating Healthy During COVID-19 PandemicIt is important to understand that we cannot prevent catching COVID-19 by eating specific foods, taking supplements or other natural health products. However, some of the foods we eat can help support our overall health. This webinar will provide you with helpful tips and tricks to plan, shop and cook your meals at home during the COVID 19 pandemic. Recorded May 8, 2020.
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Best Practices on How to Provide Virtual Cardiac Rehabilitation to Your Patients During COVID-19 PandemicHear from the experts on best practices and tools to successfully offer existing cardiac rehabilitation programs to your patients using virtual technology during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recorded May 14, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Coronary Artery Disease and Recovery After Heart Attack: Life-Long ManagementHear from experts describe the effects of glucose on heart disease and the importance of good control, medications, and insulin. They will explain the long term outcomes, Dual Anti Platelet Therapy, medications and side effects, STENTS, and what's involved after treatment. Lastly, explore the differences between angina and myocardial infarction (MI), ejection fraction (EF), what does recovery look like, and the use of nitroglycerin spray (CAD Stoplight Tool). Recorded May 15, 2020.
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: COVID-19 and the Cardiovascular SystemIn this Webinar, we will discuss the different cardiovascular manifestations of COVID-19. Recorded May 21, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Top 10 Tips for Staying Healthy During the COVID-19 Pandemic (In French)Hear from our very own University of Ottawa Heart Institute experts on useful tips for a heart-healthy living while practicing physical distancing. Recorded May 22, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Managing Our Emotions During the COVID-19 PandemicIt is entirely normal to feel a mix of emotions throughout this pandemic in particular with the limits imposed on us all. This webinar will explore some tips for managing stress during the pandemic. Recorded May 22, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Things to Consider While Awaiting Coronary Artery Bypass Surgery & What to Expect After Your SurgeryHear from experts on preparing for your upcoming cardiac surgery, treatment options, general recovery information, and the importance of diabetes before and after cardiac surgery. Recorded May 29, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS & HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Women@Heart: How peer support can help women with coronary artery disease during COVID-19Hear from experts about how peer-led support groups can help your female cardiac patients in this time of isolation and uncertainty. They will discuss the peer support programs offered at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute and how they've helped patients through their journey. Recorded June 4, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: An Exploration of Financial Resources Available to Canadians During the COVID-19 PandemicWe will be providing information on financial programs available through our provincial and federal governments. Recorded June 5, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Spontaneous Coronary Artery Dissection (SCAD) and the COVID-19 pandemicTo describe what is SCAD, and how the COVID-19 pandemic is affecting patients with this condition. Recorded June 11, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Top 10 Tips to Staying Physically Active During COVID-19 PandemicHear from our very own University of Ottawa Heart Institute experts on useful tips for staying active healthy living while practicing physical distancing. Recorded June 12, 2020.
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Heart Wise Exercise Renewal: Learn all about Heart Wise Exercise and review the principles of exercising with a cardiac participantThis Heart Wise Exercise (HWE) webinar will include the following sessions:
Find out more about Heart Wise Exercise Training. Recorded June 18, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Living with Heart Failure During the COVID-19 PandemicHighlighting the importance of monitoring your heart failure symptoms and seeking medical attention when required despite the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. There will be an overview of what heart failure is, and the medications frequently used. We will also discuss the importance of physical activity and maintaining a low to no salt diet and a fluid restriction. Recorded June 19, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Know Your Risk Factors for Cardiovascular DiseaseLearn about your risk factors for heart disease, and programs offered at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute that can help. Recorded June 26, 2020
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Rehab and Community Services in the Champlain Region during COVID-19This webinar provides an overview of subacute services that exist in the Champlain region to support transitions in care and to provide information to regional stakeholders on modifications to service delivery models due to COVID-19 guidelines. Recorded July 9, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Parenting in the Time of COVID-19Parenting during times of change can be difficult. This webinar is designed to review tips and resources to manage children's current emotional needs. Recorded July 10, 2020.
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Navigating Patient Care During UncertaintyTransitioning to virtual care has created unique issues for both patients and professionals. We will explore psychological factors and opportunities to consider when creating an effective e-management plan. Finally, we will review the current resources available to patients for stress/emotional management concerns. Recorded July 16, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Introducing the HeartWise Exercise AppLearn about the new HeartWise Exercise App; Why it was developed, who should be using it, and what it has to offer. You'll also be guided through a step by step tutorial about how to use it. Recorded July 24, 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Stay Physically Active in September: Take the Jump In Challenge!Learn about the benefits of physical activity for mental and physical health and how to get started. Need help staying motivated? Join the JUMP IN 30-day challenge for the month of September!
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: "Bridging the Gap" Virtual Exercise Classes for your Stroke PatientsThe Champlain Regional Stroke Network, Family Physio, and Heart Wise Exercise have teamed up with funding from the Seniors fitness exercise program (LHIN and Community Care) to provide a virtual exercise class to assist stroke survivors transitioning to the community from acute care and rehabilitation. Join us to find out more about this program and how it meets the needs of our regional stroke survivors. Be part of the vision of community exercise and engagement for all stroke survivors!
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FOR PATIENTS: Women@Heart: Peer support program led by women with heart disease, for women with heart diseaseAre you women who suffered a heart event and need more support in this time of isolation and uncertainty? Join us to learn more about how peer-led support groups can help you by providing emotional support, educational support, and a caring environment for a better recovery after a cardiac event.
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FOR PATIENTS: Peripheral Arterial Disease (PAD): The role of rehabilitation in helping patients walk longer, get healthier and improve quality of lifeIn this session, we will explain what is peripheral arterial disease (PAD) and the importance of rehabilitation on walking, risk factor control and quality of life for patients with this condition. We will also share our experience with Canada's first dedicated PAD rehabilitation program at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute.
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: The Ottawa Model for Smoking Cessation- Adopting Smoking Cessation into your clinical practicesThis session will provide an overview of the Ottawa Model for Smoking Cessation and explore the importance of incorporating smoking cessation treatment into your every day clinical practices.
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FOR PATIENTS: Stress and the HeartAn exploration of how stress impacts our well-being and different ways of coping. Recorded September 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Top 10 Tips to Staying Physically Active During COVID-19 Pandemic (in French)Hear from a University of Ottawa Heart Institute expert on useful tips for staying active while practicing physical distancing during the COVID-19 pandemic. Recorded September 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Heart and Soul YogaA gentle 40-minute yoga practice to nurture the body and settle the mind. You do not need to have any previous yoga experience to take part. We will demonstrate how to do the practice using a chair or on a mat. Recorded September 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Eating Under StressThe talk will focus on the psychological and nutritional challenges of (and recommendations to cope with) eating during times of stress and routine changes. Recorded October 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Nutrition 101University of Ottawa Heart Institute Registered Dietitian Kathleen Turner presents an introduction to nutrition for patients living with heart disease. Learn more about how to eat to keep your heart healthy. Recorded October 2020.
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Virtual Care: How to deliver remote smoking and vaping cessation treatmentThis workshop will provide an overview of what providers should consider when delivering remote smoking cessation treatment to patients who smoke or vape. The workshop will review the latest evidence for the provision of smoking cessation treatment, including those who vape. Participants will also learn about technologies and modalities that can be used to deliver remote smoking cessation treatment safely and effectively, including behavioural and pharmacological treatments and follow-up care. After attending this workshop, participants will have the knowledge and skills to provide remote smoking cessation interventions to their patients. Recorded Oct 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: HeartWise Exercise: Cardio-DanceJoin us online for a cardio-dance exercise class with University of Ottawa Heart Institute physiotherapist, Marja-Leena Keast. The class will be 30-minutes long and will have options to modify for different intensity. There will be a live Q&A session during this webinar. Recorded Oct 2020.
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FOR PATIENTS: Are You Ready for Winter?Hear from University of Ottawa Heart Institute professionals on how to get ready for winter during the COVID-19 pandemic. You'll learn about tips to prepare your mental health, how to remain physically active during a snowy winter, socializing at a distance, and what to do if you're missing your warm winter destinations. Recorded Nov 20, 2020.
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: CardioPrevent: A Virtual Approach to Primary PreventionLearn more about this virtual program that can assist your patients in managing CVD risk factors through self-management strategies.
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FOR PATIENTS: HeartWise Exercise: Strength and Mobility ClassJoin us online for a strength and mobility class led by Heart Wise Exercise trained instructor Tracy Beardsley from TJFit. The class will be 30-minutes long and will have options to modify for different intensity. There will be a live Q&A session at the end of this webinar.
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FOR PATIENTS: Healthy Eating During the HolidaysTips and tricks for managing food during the holiday season.
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Heart Wise Exercise TrainingReview the Heart Wise Exercise criteria and learn about women's heart health and postpartum related risk factors. The session will feature experts from Heart Wise Exercise, from the Canadian Women's Heart Health Centre as well as perspectives from women with lived experience.
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FOR PATIENTS: Living Well as a Caregiver during Covid-19 and BeyondThis webinar will discuss the most current research on caregiving and provide up-to-date resources and strategies for living well as a cardiac caregiver. Three themes will be discussed throughout:
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FOR PATIENTS: Heart Wise Exercise: Gentle Chair Yoga for Strength and Balance (with standing options)This webinar will include a 40 min slower-paced Hatha yoga practice. The session will offer options for both seated and standing practice, so is suitable for people of all ages, mobility, and fitness levels, including anyone new to yoga. It is a mindfulness-based approach, that includes breathing practice, physical practices of balance, strengthening, stretching, and relaxation.
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Valvular Heart DiseaseHear from University of Ottawa Heart Institute professionals discuss:
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FOR PATIENTS: Heart Wise Exercise - Cardio-DanceThis session is 45 minutes of dance and movement to music. The moves are adaptable to many levels but will be shown from a standing position.
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FOR PATIENTS: Nutrition 101University of Ottawa Heart Institute Registered Dietitian Kathleen Turner presents an introduction to nutrition for patients living with heart disease. Learn more about how to eat to keep your heart healthy.
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FOR PATIENTS: Heart Wise Exercise: Gentle Hatha Chair/Mat Combination ClassThis webinar will include a 40 min slower-paced Hatha yoga practice. The session will offer options for both seated and mat practice, so is suitable for people of all ages, mobility, and fitness levels, including anyone new to yoga. It is a mindfulness-based approach, that includes breathing practice, physical practices of balance, strengthening, stretching, and relaxation.
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FOR PATIENTS: What’s New in the Care and Management of Atrial FibrillationFor those who are living with Atrial Fibrillation and familiar with the condition, this webinar will provide insight into what is emerging in the research as promising in the care and treatment of this condition. Two patients who are living with Atrial Fibrillation will share their day-to-day strategies and questions. Dr. David Birnie will discuss the latest insights gained or being explored through research. *Note: This webinar builds on your knowledge of the condition and the current treatment options.
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FOR PATIENTS: Heart Wise Exercise: Barre Fitness with a chairThis webinar will include a 40 min Barre Fitness Class. No experience is needed, all you need to participate is a chair and the class is suitable for people of all ages, mobility, and fitness levels, including anyone new to barre fitness classes. Barre is inspired by ballet, yoga and pilates, focusing on low-impact movements, targeting arms, legs, glutes and core to improve balance, posture and flexibility.
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FOR HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: An Update on Heart Failure Guidelines and MoreJoin us for this 1-hour webinar and hear from University of Ottawa Heart Institute experts present an update on Heart Failure Guidelines, discuss Heart Failure Supportive & Palliative Care Program, and present the VAD/Transplant Program. Dr. Lisa Mielniczuk, Cardiologist, Division of Cardiology; Director, Heart Failure Program; Medical Director, Cardiac Transplant Program & Pulmonary Hypertension Clinic |
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FOR PATIENTS & HEALTHCARE PROVIDERS: Chapter 3: Patient Perspectives – Women with Lived Experience
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FOR PATIENTS: Not Too Young to be a Heart PatientBeing a patient with heart disease is no fun. Being a young heart patient can be particularly hard. From coping with a life-threatening condition at a young age to feeling isolated in a waiting room full of people who could be your parents or grandparents. This webinar will focus on the challenges of being a young heart patient and explore what is being learned in managing these conditions.
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FOR PATIENTS: Heart Wise Exercise: Zumba Gold®This webinar will include a 40 min Zumba Gold® dance class. The class is suitable for people of all ages, mobility, and fitness levels, including anyone new to Zumba®, as Zumba Gold® is a modified Zumba® class that recreates the original dance moves at a lower intensity. The class introduces easy-to-follow choreography that focuses on balance, range of motion, coordination, muscular conditioning and cardiovascular fitness. No experience is needed, all you need to participate is an open space. Recorded May 2021.
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FOR PATIENTS: What’s New in the Care and Management of Implantable Cardiac Defibrillators (ICDs)For those who are living with an ICD, or caring for someone with a device, this webinar builds on your knowledge of ICDs, how they work, and the current treatment options. The goal is to provide insight into emerging research and technological advancements with the use of these devices. A patient who is living with an ICD will share his experience and pose questions related to the topic. Dr. Calum Redpath will discuss the latest insights gained or being explored through research. An interactive question and answer period will follow. Recorded June 2021.
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