PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 11/09/2026🧵 What are we researching at the PEAK Research Team? Our team is currently working on several studies focused on improving care for children and families in the pediatric emergency department. Here’s a quick snapshot of what we’re up to! 👇 100
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 27/08/2026If a child breaks a bone, do they really need opioids? 🤔 The answer is simpler than you might think. Check out this reel from @wchriuofa.bsky.social for a quick summary of this important new evidence. 🩹💙 youtube.com/shorts/4u39X... @painmatters.bsky.social @stollerykids.bsky.socialyoutube.comRewriting the rules on children’s painYouTube video by The Women & Children's Health Research Institute 011
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 20/08/2026Our RAs and MEDi had a wonderful time at the Stollery Garden Party, celebrating the launch of the Mighty Millions Lottery! 🌱🎉 Donor support helps us ask important questions and find better ways to care for kids—right where they receive care.💙 @stollerykids.bsky.social @painmatters.bsky.social 011
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamSolutions for Kids in Pain @kidsinpain.bsky.social · 28/07/2026Finding the right resource shouldn't be a pain. The SKIP Resource Navigator brings together 400+ resources to support quality pain care, all in one easy-to-search place. 🔗Explore now: kidsinpain.notion.site/skip-resourc... #ItDoesntHaveToHurt 021
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamDr. Samina Ali @painmatters.bsky.social · 28/07/2026we have a crisis in emergency medicine. the wait times, lack of beds, and inadequate resources are hurting our teams. there is moral injury: it hurts us deeply to watch families suffer and wait. and the price is early departure from an incredible profession.💔 001
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 13/08/20261/ 🧵 What can make an emergency department (ED) visit a more positive experience for children with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) and their parents? A study led by the ARCHE team identified several key themes. Here’s what parents shared. 👇 @@wchriuofa.bsky.social 100
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 24/07/2026Alberta’s emergency rooms are facing another busy summer. 🏩☀️🚨 Dr. Andrew Dixon joined CBC Edmonton AM to discuss what this means for patients and families, and how to navigate care when you need it. 🔗Click the link to listen to the podcast! www.cbc.ca/listen/live-... @perc-network.bsky.socialcbc.ca© CBC/Radio-Canada 2026. All rights reserved. 001
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamKids Brain Health Network @kidsbrainhealth.bsky.social · 22/07/2026🧠 Today is World Brain Day — and for the one in 10 Canadian children and youth with a neurodisability, the brain health conversation is about whether a toddler gets support while they are still waiting for a diagnosis. That's where Kids Brain Health (KBH+) comes in. Learn more: buff.ly/8m1vqRd 023
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 21/07/2026Research doesn't end at publication. Sharing the story behind the science helps bring it to life.🤩 We're thrilled to see on Dr. Henry Li's (PEM fellow & PEAK learner) work featured in the @ualberta.bsky.social Folio! 🔎Read the story: www.ualberta.ca/en/folio/202... @perc-network.bsky.socialualberta.ca“A time and a place”New University of Alberta research finds that emergency department opioid prescriptions are unlikely to be significant drivers of future substance use among adolescents 000
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 17/07/2026We're so proud to see Dr. Samina Ali's groundbreaking research featured in WCHRI's Annual Report, highlighting how innovation, compassion, and evidence are transforming pain care for children. 💙 🔗Click here to read more! ar.wchri.org/rewriting-th... @painmatters.bsky.social @wchriuofa.bsky.socialar.wchri.orgRewriting the rules on children's pain – Two Decades of Discovery, Generations of ImpactGrounded in WCHRI infrastructure, Dr. Samina Ali’s cross-Canada No OUCH trial updates national guidelines for pediatric pain management through family-centred research. 011
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 26/06/2026There is concern that learners may increase unscheduled emergency department return visits. 🚨 This new study reviews this with provincial and regional data from teaching hospitals. 🧵Thread🧵 #TeachingHospitals #Emergency #ED 100
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamSolutions for Kids in Pain @kidsinpain.bsky.social · 25/06/2026🏳️🌈 LGBTQIA+ youth face higher rates of chronic pain & barriers to care, like stigma & lack of provider understanding. This #PrideMonth, SKIP calls for inclusive, affirming, and evidence-informed pain care. #ItDoesntHaveToHurt 🔗 tinyurl.com/3xh5swtx 🔗 tinyurl.com/5n6krsnj 111
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 19/06/2026📚 Our investigators have had a productive few months!🤓 We're proud to share a selection of recent publications advancing pediatric emergency medicine, child health, implementation science, and family-centred care. A thread 🧵👇 @perc-network.bsky.social @painmatters.bsky.social 120
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 04/06/2026May kept us on our toes—in the best way.🤩 Our team had a great month sharing work, presenting research, and connecting with colleagues at several conferences and network meetings.⚕️🥼📚 Check out our highlights below!👇 110
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 06/05/2026🚨New publication alert!🚨 Dr. Henry Li (PEM resident) and colleagues published a study where they examined how rates of ED opioid prescribing and opioid-related harms have changed over time among adolescents. Click the link to read or scan the QR below to the paper! doi.org/10.1542/peds... 000
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamSolutions for Kids in Pain @kidsinpain.bsky.social · 01/05/2026💉Poorly managed pain during vaccinations can lead to long-term fear and avoidance of medical care, making early and ongoing management of children’s pain related to vaccinations essential! tinyurl.com/bdet8sva #ItDoesntHaveToHurt #NIAW2026 #TheTimeIsNow #VaccinesWork 111
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamPECARN - Pediatric Emergency Care Applied Research Network @pecarn.bsky.social · 25/04/2026🚨 Hot off the press! 🚨 Introducing the PRoMPT BOLUS study results — a landmark trial evaluating the safety & efficacy of normal saline vs. balanced fluids in suspected pediatric septic shock 🌍 9,000+ children 🏥 47 sites 🌎 5 countries And the winner is… 👇 www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.... 132
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 29/04/2026🤩We're so happy to share that one of our trainees, Ana Ramirez Pineda, won a Research Award for her oral presentation at this year's Pediatric Research Day!🥇 @painmatters.bsky.social @ualberta.bsky.social @perc-network.bsky.social @stollerykids.bsky.social @wchriuofa.bsky.social 121
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 24/04/2026Pediatric Research Day was such a great reminder of the incredible work happening in our community 💡 Shoutout to our team—Chelseay Robles, Ana Ramirez Pineda, and Dr. Lisa Hartling, who presented on their important projects. Proud moment for the PEAK Research Team! 🫶 @painmatters.bsky.social 011
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamPediatric Emergency Research Canada @perc-network.bsky.social · 22/04/2026Great to see this multi-network collaboration advancing pediatric emergency care! We look forward to the release of results this week. #PedsEM @pecarn.bsky.social 011
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 17/04/2026Throwback to Pediatric Research Day 2024 💫 📸Pictured: Josh Eszczuk (RA), Kevin Li (PEM resident), Pat Candelaria (Program Lead) We're so proud of our trainees and grateful for opportunities like these. Excited for this year’s event next week! @painmatters.bsky.social @ualberta.bsky.social 011
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 10/04/2026Great discussion today with colleagues across Western Canada on strengthening pediatric pain care collaboration through SKIP West. Looking forward to continuing to build momentum and expand engagement across sites. @painmatters.bsky.social @kidsinpain.bsky.social 021
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 01/04/2026Proud to have contributed to the DOSE-AGE study!⚕️ Led by Dr. Stephen Freedman, we learned post-discharge ondansetron reduced vomiting in kids with gastroenteritis. 🤢 Read more 👇 www.nejm.org/doi/10.1056/... @painmatters.bsky.social @perc-network.bsky.social @wchriuofa.bsky.socialnejm.orgMultidose Ondansetron after Emergency Visits in Children with Gastroenteritis | NEJMOndansetron improves outcomes when administered in emergency departments to children with acute gastroenteritis–associated vomiting. It is commonly prescribed at discharge to reduce symptoms, but e... 011
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 13/03/2026We’re getting closer to the TREKK-PERC Education Session! Don’t forget to register if you haven’t yet 👇 000
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 13/03/2026📣 New patient resources available! Developed by the Stollery team with expertise from Dr. Samina Ali, these MyHealthAlberta handouts will help families manage acute pain in kids and teens, with practical medication and non-medication strategies - always following the 3Ps of pain management! (1/2) 100
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 23/02/2026Join us for a national TREKK–PERC Collaborative Education Session! 🩺👶 Learn about the latest PERC-led research in pediatric pain care, why timely pain treatment matters, and practical tools to bring evidence into everyday ED practice. Scan the QR code below to register.🤓 @painmatters.bsky.social 011
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 23/01/2026Knowledge is power—especially when it comes to your child’s pain. 💛 Here’s what the No Ouch study found, explained for families. 👇 🧾Read the full study! jamanetwork.com/journals/jam... @painmatters.bsky.social @perc-network.bsky.social @wchriuofa.bsky.social @stollerykids.bsky.social 011
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 16/01/2026Research, but make it family-friendly 😊 Here are key messages from the No Ouch study—simplified and empowering for parents and caregivers. 👇 🔍Read the full study: jamanetwork.com/journals/jam... @painmatters.bsky.social @perc-network.bsky.social @wchriuofa.bsky.social @stollerykids.bsky.social 033
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 14/01/2026The #NoOuch conversation continues! 🎙️ Hear Dr. Samina Ali (PERC Chair & No Ouch Trial PI) on CBC Radio discussing the study findings👇 cbc.ca/listen/live-... @painmatters.bsky.social @perc-network.bsky.socialcbc.ca© CBC/Radio-Canada 2026. All rights reserved. 011
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 12/01/2026Ibuprofen is enough!💊🩺 Click the link below to read the editorial on our recent publication. 👇⚕️🥼 010
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 09/01/2026And also a big thank you to @globalnews.ca for the opportunity to share findings from our Stollery-led study.🤩 Watch the full interview with @painmatters.bsky.social by clicking the link👉https://globalnews.ca/video/11605219/opioids-not-necessary-for-kids-with-fractures-and-sprains-study/ 011
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 09/01/2026Huge thank you to @ctvnewsedmonton.bsky.social for the opportunity to share these important findings and highlight our newly published study! #NoOuch 🩻💊 📖Click the link to read the full paper! jamanetwork.com/journals/jam... @painmatters.bsky.social @perc-network.bsky.social 011
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamDr. Samina Ali @painmatters.bsky.social · 09/01/2026Thank you Dr. Hadland and team for this thoughtful commentary on our latest clinical trial! Ibuprofen for the win! 021
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamDr. Samina Ali @painmatters.bsky.social · 09/01/2026Ibuprofen for the win! 021
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamPediatric Emergency Research Canada @perc-network.bsky.social · 09/01/2026Ibuprofen is the answer for pain from non-operative musculoskeletal (MSK) fractures in children. PERC Chair @painmatters.bsky.social Samina Ali's No OUCH study showed that adding oral opioids to treat MSK fractures did not provide better pain relief than standalone ibuprofen doi.org/10.1001/jama...doi.orgAcetaminophen (Paracetamol) or Opioid Analgesia Added to Ibuprofen for Children’s Musculoskeletal InjuryThese randomized trials aim to determine whether treatment with an opioid (hydromorphone) plus ibuprofen or nonopioid (acetaminophen) plus ibuprofen decreased pain scores compared with ibuprofen alone... 022
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamDr. Samina Ali @painmatters.bsky.social · 09/01/2026So thrilled to see this study published! @peakresearch.bsky.social @perc-network.bsky.social @wchriuofa.bsky.social thank you for the support! 011
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 05/01/2026Aaaand we're back! There's so much to look forward this 2026. From the PEAK Research team - Happy New Year!🎉 030
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 18/12/2025Each year, the PEAK team honors a Research Champion—someone who goes above and beyond to support our studies and team. 🤩🥼⚕️ This year, we’re thrilled to celebrate Paige Soetaert (RN) and Dr. Manu Kundra (PEM physician) for their incredible dedication and contributions. 👏🥇 Thank you for all you do! 241
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 18/12/2025We were delighted to attend the @stollerykids.bsky.social Snowflake Gala ❄️ Our team showcased Tobo and MEDi—two robots that were studied on how they can support children in the ED. Thank you for the opportunity to highlight innovation in children’s care! @painmatters.bsky.social 121
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamSolutions for Kids in Pain @kidsinpain.bsky.social · 03/12/2025➰Our December issue of 'In the Loop' is here, and we're bringing you the latest - starting with SKIP's bold new Strategic Plan! 🔗 tinyurl.com/bdyybvhs ✉️Subscribe & submit an entry: kidsinpain.ca/newsletters/ #ItDoesntHaveToHurt #InTheLoop 001
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 28/11/2025Children’s health is our future, and supporting it is both a duty and an honour. 🤝❤️🩹 The SKIP West Hub — housed at @stollerykids.bsky.social and led by Dr. Samina Ali and Dr. Tara McGrath — works in close partnership with PEAK. We’re so grateful to collaborate with this incredible network. 🤩 111
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamSolutions for Kids in Pain @kidsinpain.bsky.social · 27/11/2025We are deeply committed to being: 🤝 Collaborative 💗 Compassionate ⚖️ Equity-affirming 🧍 People-centred 🌈 Boldly hopeful We strive to live out these values in our programs and initiatives, our partnerships and workplaces, our public and community engagements – in everything we do. 121
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamSolutions for Kids in Pain @kidsinpain.bsky.social · 28/11/2025🧵 Partnership is at the heart of this Strategic Plan, and everything we do at SKIP! THANK YOU to all our passionate, motivated partners driving change and real impact for kids in pain! 111
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 21/11/2025Don’t forget to vote for our infographic in the IHDCYH Talks 2025 competition! 🗳️ #IHDCYHTalks 🗓️Deadline: Nov 30. 🤓Cast your vote here: forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...forms.office.comMicrosoft Forms 000
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 21/11/2025Cozy up with PEAK's Winter 2025 Newsletter! ☕❄️ From big wins, publications, to fun highlights, see what our team’s been up to 👉 createsend.com/t/d-B0024FD4... #PediatricEmergencyMedicine #PediatricResearch @painmatters.bsky.social @perc-network.bsky.socialcreatesend.comPEAK Winter 2025 Newsletter 011
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 12/11/2025Last week was National Pain Awareness Week, and the PEAK and SKIP West Hub teams were busy, busy! Here are a few highlights from an inspiring week of learning, collaboration, and advocacy: #NPAW @painmatters.bsky.social @kidsinpain.bsky.social 121
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamSolutions for Kids in Pain @kidsinpain.bsky.social · 10/11/2025Developed by SKIP’s Western Hub, the infographic “Breathe In Comfort, Breathe Out Pain” has been submitted to this year’s #IHDCYHTalks competition! 🎉 Check it out below! 🗳️Cast your votes by November 30th! cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54519.htmlcihr-irsc.gc.caIHDCYH Talks 2025 Submissions - CIHR 022
PEAK Research Team @peakresearch.bsky.social · 04/11/2025Co-created with patient and parent partners 💜 Our infographic on nitrous oxide for procedural pain (for @KidsInPain ) has been selected for public voting in the #IHDCYHTalks competition! Celebrate family–researcher partnership by voting 👇 🔗 cihr-irsc.gc.ca/e/54519.html 121
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamSolutions for Kids in Pain @kidsinpain.bsky.social · 28/10/2025🧵Safety is more than the absence of harm. Read why children’s pain must be treated as a patient safety incident 👇 Help close this gap! tinyurl.com/37d9pbtp #CPSW2025 #ItDoesntHaveToHurt 111
Reposted by PEAK Research TeamSolutions for Kids in Pain @kidsinpain.bsky.social · 27/10/2025“Every child deserves care that sees their pain, treats it seriously, and prioritizes their comfort as a measure of safety.” Op-Ed: “When Healing Hurts”: tinyurl.com/37d9pbtp Help close the gap for kids in pain: tinyurl.com/3x5zr2uw #ItDoesntHaveToHurt #CPSW2025tinyurl.comOpinion: Why children’s pain must be treated as a patient safety incident 021