The Research Nook - Updates from the WRI
Waypoint Research Institute presents
The Research Nook, your research rendezvous! Here, we'll be sharing quarterly updates from the Waypoint
Research Institute. Whether you're a clinician, nurse, support staff, or any member of our
dedicated team, we believe that fostering a culture of knowledge and
curiosity benefits us all and ultimately enhances the care we provide to
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In The News
Waypoint developing early warning system using artificial intelligence to improve patient safety
Waypoint is at the leading edge of research that will make care safer for patients by using artificial intelligence (Al) to anticipate when they may be at risk of mental health deterioration.
This is the first project of its kind in an Ontario psychiatric hospital. “Knowing ahead of time that a patient may be at risk of harm can help us develop intervention strategies, which may include more monitoring, 1-on-1 engagement, support to use coping skills, and increased access to enjoyable activities,” explained Dr. Andrea Waddell, Medical Director, Quality Standards and Clinical Informatics.
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Events
Waypoint Talks
Waypoint Talks is a virtual webinar series offered by the Waypoint Research Institute. The purpose of this series is to highlight the practical implications of research projects.
Stay tuned for upcoming Waypoint Talks - dates will be released soon.
In the meantime, check out our past events by clicking here!
Waypoint Talks: Building your research toolkit
Waypoint Talks: Building your research toolkit is a virtual education series, offered by the Waypoint Research Institute. The purpose of this series is to highlight best practices used in mental health research, quality improvement, and program implementation.
Stay tuned for upcoming Waypoint Talks - dates will be released soon.
In the meantime, check out our past events by clicking here!
For more information about our events, please contact our events team at: [email protected]
Waypoint Research Institute Conference
The Waypoint Research Institute annual conference - Momentum: Research Realized - showcases emerging and inspiring research, quality improvement, and knowledge translation efforts in mental health and addictions.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, a decision has been made to cancel the 2020 conference. Please stay tuned for details on other virtual events to be offered in lieu of the 2020 conference.
To learn more about past events, please go to our Annual Conference page, or check out our 2019 Conference Report!
For more information, please contact: [email protected]
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