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@psifoundation.bsky.social

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Funding medical research and education within the province of Ontario. www.psifoundation.org

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Drs. Henry Siu & Lawrence Grierson's study on long-term care providers' perspectives on health information exchange during patient transitions into long-term care: a multiple case study: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41725170 #WorldHospiceAndPalliativeCareDay @macdeptmed.bsky.social

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Long-Term Care Providers' Perspectives on Health Information Exchange During Patient Transitions Into Long-Term Care: A Multiple Case Study - PubMed

This multiple case study explored how Long-Term Care (LTC) teams in Ontario, Canada, manage informational continuity when older adults transition from community-based care to LTC. Five LTC homes, vary...

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Dr. Peter Tanuseputro's study on #Palliative end-of-life medication prescribing rates in long-term care: a retrospective cohort study: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38242534/ #WorldHospiceAndPalliativeCareDay @ottawahospital.on.ca

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Dr. Kevin Gitau's study on a sex-based analysis of the receipt of #PalliativeCare in adults in their last year of life: a population-based study: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/37935486/ #WorldHospiceAndPalliativeCareDay @sinaihealth.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

#WorldHospiceAndPalliativeCareDay is October 10. We recognize the vital role of hospice and #PalliativeCare in supporting patients and families through serious illness. Explore PSI-funded research helping strengthen the delivery of compassionate, patient-centred care.

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Drs. Joanne Abi-Jaoude & Charles de Mestral's study on characterizing the interplay between mental health conditions and limb-threatening complications of diabetes: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #WorldMentalHealthDay @unityhealthto.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Drs. Daniel Myran, Alene Toulany @dralenetoulany.bsky.social & Hayley Hamilton (Bruyère Health Research Institute)'s study on understanding the impact of Ontario’s school cell phone ban on youth mental health: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #WorldMentalHealthDay

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Drs. Jia Hong (David) Dai, @amygajaria.bsky.social & Nicole Kozloff's study on how youth and families with migration history make sense of early #Psychosis: a qualitative exploration of explanatory models of psychosis: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #WorldMentalHealthDay @camhnews.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

Dr. Emma van Reekum's PSI Research Trainee Award grant on BRAVE-Mind: how obesity and heart disease may contribute to depression risk, and whether treating these conditions could improve mood and memory: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #WorldMentalHealthDay @macdeptmed.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 09/10/2026

October 10 is #WorldMentalHealthDay, and this week marks #MentalIllnessAwarenessWeek. PSI-funded researchers are exploring depression risk, early psychosis, youth mental health and the links between mental health and chronic disease. #MentalHealthResearch

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Drs. Ghassan Allo & Blaise Clarke's study on defining the role of #HPV in vulvar squamous cell carcinoma in Ontario: psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #HPVPreventionWeek #HPVResearch @uhnresearch.ca @uhn.ca

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Drs. Kevin Schwartz @kevinschwartz.bsky.social & Uptown Allen's study on immunogenicity and safety of human papilloma virus (#HPV) vaccine in solid organ transplant recipients: psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #HPVPreventionWeek #HPVResearch @sickkidsvs.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

Drs. Elan Hahn & Blaise Clarke's study on integrated genomic analysis of #HPV negative squamous cell carcinoma of the vulva: psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #HPVPreventionWeek #HPVResearch @uhnresearch.ca @uhn.ca

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 07/10/2026

During #HPVPreventionWeek, we’re highlighting PSI-funded research exploring HPV and vulvar cancer, including the role of HPV in vulvar squamous cell carcinoma, HPV-negative disease, and HPV vaccine safety in solid organ transplant recipients. #HPVResearch #HPVAwareness

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Drs. Caitlin Cassidy & David Allison's transcutaneous auricular vagus nerve stimulation for chronic pain in cerebral palsy: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #InternationalPainAwarenessMonth @schulichmeddent.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Drs. Harsha Shanthanna & Kim Madden's study on opioid reduction and enhanced recovery in orthopaedic surgery (OREOS): a multi-centre randomized controlled trial in knee arthroplasty patients: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #InternationalPainAwarenessMonth @macdeptmed.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Drs. Sheila Riazi & Keyvan Karkouti's study on muscle cramps and pain treatment in malignant hyperthermia susceptibility: MUSCRAT randomized controlled trial: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #InternationalPainAwarenessMonth @uhnresearch.ca @uhn.ca

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

This #InternationalPainAwarenessMonth, we’re highlighting PSI-funded research on pain management, including treatments for muscle cramps, opioid reduction after knee surgery, and chronic pain in cerebral palsy. Explore the research:

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Drs. Roger Zemek & Andrée-Anne Ledoux (CHEO)'s study on pediatric concussion assessment of rest and extertion+MRI: psifoundation.org/funded-resea.... #ConcussionAwarenessMonth

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Drs. Ryan Todd & Michael Cusimano's study on A Dark Room: documentary film based education on the psychiatric effects of hockey concussion: psifoundation.org/funded-resea.... #ConcussionAwarenessMonth @unityhealthto.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

Drs. Hana Alazem & Patricia Longmuir (CHEO)'s study impacting children's physical and mental health through kinesiology support in clinical care: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea.... #ConcussionAwarenessMonth

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

September is #ConcussionAwarenessMonth. We're highlighting three PSI-funded grantees who are advancing research on the psychiatric impacts of concussions, pediatric concussion assessment, and post-concussion syndrome. See their studies:

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Dr. Femi Ayeni's study on autologous matrix-induced chondrogenesis compared with microfracture for focal articular cartilage damage of the hip (REPAIR): a pilot randomized controlled trial: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea.... #ArthritisAwarenessMonth @macdeptmed.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Drs. Timothy Kwok, Lihi Eder @lihieder.bsky.social & Jessica Widdifield's study on evaluating treat to target benchmarks amongst older adults with gout initiating urate lowering therapy in Ontario, Canada: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #ArthritisAwarenessMonth @wchospital.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Drs. Zoe Mack & Braden Gammon's study on thumb CMC arthroplasty: a biomechanical study of optimal cup positioning and cup type: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #ArthritisAwarenessMonth @ottawahospital.on.ca

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Drs. Mauricio Forero & Eugene Maida's randomized controlled trial comparing the efficacy of a three-point versus a six-point genicular nerve radiofrequency ablation for chronic knee #Osteoarthritis: www.psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #ArthritisAwarenessMonth @macdeptmed.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

September is #ArthritisAwarenessMonth in Canada. We’re highlighting PSI-funded research exploring surgical techniques for thumb arthritis, new approaches to chronic knee #Osteoarthritis, treat-to-target strategies for gout, and cartilage repair for hip joint damage. See the studies:

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Dr. John Laffey's study on the determination of the therapeutic potential of human mesenchymal stem/stromal cells for #Sepsis induced ALI/ARDS: psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #WorldSepsisDay @unityhealthto.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Dr. Bram Rochwerg's study on fluids in #SepticShock: a randomized controlled trial: chestcc.org/article/S294... #WorldSepsisDay @macdeptmed.bsky.social @bramrochwerg.bsky.social

Fluids in Septic Shock

This protocol and statistical analysis plan outlines the design and conduct of the international FISSH randomized controlled trial. The FISSH trial may inform clinical practice guidelines worldwide.

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

2023 PSI Research Trainee Dr. Brian Laight's research on investigating the role of FES in sepsis to inform targeted treatments: pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/40299778/ #WorldSepsisDay @queensuhealth.bsky.social

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Fes-Deficient Macrophages Prime CD8+ T Cells to Stimulate Antitumor Immunity and Improve Immunotherapy Efficacy - PubMed

Fes activity modulates the inflammatory cytokine presentation and T-cell priming capabilities of macrophages, supporting the potential of Fes as a target for developing therapeutic and biomarker strategies to improve cancer immunotherapy.

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

September 14 is #WorldSepsisDay. Sepsis is responsible for 1 in 5 deaths worldwide and is the most expensive healthcare problem needing hospital treatment. We're highlighting three PSI-funded grantees whose studies advance #Sepsis research.

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Dr. Mark Sinyor study on understanding suicides in Toronto: a comparison of suicide victims with and without a history of suicide attempts: psifoundation.org/dr-mark-siny... #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #MentalHealthResearch @sunnybrookhsc.bsky.social

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Dr. Mark Sinyor: Using Data to Help Fight Suicide in Toronto - PSI Foundation

“Suicide is the number one cause of death from illness from adolescence to mid-life. Unfortunately, the biggest challenge isn’t a lack of programs or services, rather it is identifying high risk group...

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Drs. Alexander Simpson & Roland Jones population study of completed suicide in Ontario provincial corrections from 2007-2023: psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #MentalHealthResearch @camhnews.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Drs. Brett Jones @brettdmjones.bsky.social & Ishrat Husain @ishrathusain.bsky.social study on Digital Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (#DBT) for treatment of acute suicidality in psychiatric inpatients: youtu.be/552iyrawhM0?... #WorldSuicidePreventionDay #MentalHealthResearch @camhnews.bsky.social

PSI Symposium 2023: Dr. Brett Jones - Digital Dialectical Behavioural Therapy

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today is #WorldSuicidePreventionDay. We recognize the impact of suicide and highlight PSI-funded research advancing prevention among high-risk groups, including incarcerated people and those with mental health or substance use conditions. Explore the research:

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

This roadmap is the result of a comprehensive engagement process, shaped by insights from individuals across the health ecosystem, including physician-researchers, health system leaders, and PSI’s own staff, Board, and Committees. Read the full report: www.psifoundation.org/about/strate...

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Strategic Plan - PSI Foundation

The 2022-2025 Strategic Plan is meant to guide PSI towards the new vision of the organization. We will evolve to better engage with the community, communicate the impact, and integrate diversity and t...

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Our 2026–2029 Strategic Plan is anchored by four strategic directions: 1. Cultivating and Supporting the Physician-Researcher Lifecycle 2. Catalyzing Physician-Led Research 3. Amplifying Our Impact 4. Sustaining Operational Excellence and Building Resilience

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Strategic Plan - PSI Foundation

The 2022-2025 Strategic Plan is meant to guide PSI towards the new vision of the organization. We will evolve to better engage with the community, communicate the impact, and integrate diversity and t...

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Drs. Jessica Kent ‪Rice @jessicakentrice.bsky.social ‬& David Juurlink @davidjuurlink.bsky.social study on trends in opioid agonist therapy retention after non-fatal #OpioidOverdose: www.psifoundation.org/dr-jessica-k... #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #IOAD2026 @sunnybrookhsc.bsky.social

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Dr. Jessica Kent: Trends in Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT) Retention After Non-Fatal Overdose

“Support from the PSI Foundation made it possible for me to study gaps in post-overdose treatment to reduce repeat overdose and death, while also allowing me to gain valuable research experience as a ...

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Dr. Victor Tang's study on repetitive transcranial magnetic stimulation for suicidality in #OpioidUseDisorders: psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #IOAD2026 @camhnews.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Dr. Greg Hosier's study on the impact of surgical wait times on long-term narcotic use and addiction outcomes in patients undergoing surgery for #KidneyStoneDisease: psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay #IOAD2026 @queensuhealth.bsky.social

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Today is #InternationalOverdoseAwarenessDay (IOAD). We’re highlighting PSI-funded research on OAT & buprenorphine after non-fatal overdose, rTMS for suicidality in OUD, and surgical wait times & long-term opioid use after kidney stone surgery. #IOAD2026

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

Get to know our 2025 PSI #KT Fellow, Dr. @lucycbarker.bsky.social as they settle in and begin their PSI KT Fellowship journey! 👏 www.psifoundation.org/2025-psi-gra... @wchospital.bsky.social #PSIKTFellows

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2025 PSI Graham Farquharson KT Fellow Update: Dr. Lucy Barker Keeps the Race Going

We asked our 2025 PSI Graham Farquharson KT Fellow, Dr. Lucy Barker, some questions to share her progress thus far, and what she looks forward to in the remainder of her KT Fellowship.

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Canadian Critical Care Trials Group (CCCTG) @ccctg.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

“My goal is to make it easier for clinicians, patients, and families to understand the rationale behind adopting—or de-adopting—clinical practices, enabling evidence-informed decisions that improve the quality of care and patient outcomes.” Congratulations Dr. Piquette! 👏

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Get to know our 2026 PSI Mid-Career #KT Fellow, Dr. Dominique Piquette, as they settle in and begin their PSI KT Fellowship journey! 👏 www.psifoundation.org/2026-psi-mid...

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2026 PSI Mid-Career KT Fellow at the Starting Line: Passing the Baton to Dr. Dominique Piquette

As Dr. Dominique Piquette embarks on her PSI KT Fellowship journey, we asked her a few questions to know her beyond her recipient biography, as well as some notes she could pass on to future applicant...

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Drs. Nazia Selzner & Gary Levy's study on the role of the novel FGL2-FcγRIIB inhibitory pathway in human viral hepatitis: psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #WorldHepatitisDay @uhnresearch.ca

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Dr. Mostafa Atri's study on utility of shear wave elastography in scoring liver fibrosis and prediction of response to treatment in hepatitis C virus (HCV) patients: psifoundation.org/funded-resea... #WorldHepatitisDay @uhnresearch.ca

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

Drs. Lauren Lapointe-Shaw & Jordan Feld's study on diagnosis and management of hepatitis B and hepatitis C infection in Ontario: psifoundation.org/funded-resea.... #WorldHepatitisDay @uhnresearch.ca

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PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

This #WorldHepatitisDay, we're highlighting PSI-funded researchers advancing our understanding of liver disease, viral infections, and new approaches to improve patient care. #HepatitisResearch

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

📢 PSI is currently seeking qualified candidates to join our Board of Directors and Governance Committee leadership. To apply and for more information: mailchi.mp/psifoundatio...

[Reminder] PSI Foundation: Board & Governance Opportunity for Ontario Physicians

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

🎉 Congratulations: • PSI 2026 #VisitingScholar program grantee Dr. Jonathan Sherbino @macdeptmed.bsky.social

PSI Foundation @psifoundation.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

• PSI #ResearchTrainee grantee Dr. Shengjie Ying @lhsccanada.bsky.social • PSI #ResearchTrainee grantee Dr. MohdWessam Al Jawhri @lhsccanada.bsky.social • PSI #ResearchTrainee grantee Dr. Fayad Al-Haimus @sinaihealth.bsky.social