Ahs Podcasts

In this episode, Vickie and Tyler interview Justin Burkett, Assistant Professor at the University of Calgary and Board Chair with the College of Registered Nurses of Alberta.

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — explains why more adults are being diagnosed with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, and how ADHD differs in adults compared to in children.

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director of Addiction and Mental Health with AHS — discusses what mental health recovery looks like, and the resources and supports available along the way.

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — AHS Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health — discusses risk factors for men’s suicide and what can be done to reduce those risks.

February is Eating Disorder Awareness Month. In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director of Addictions and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — discusses the different types of eating disorders and how people develop them.

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — talks about how shorter days can affect one's mental health and what can be done to prevent the 'winter blues.'

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director of Addiction and Mental Health with Alberta Health Services — talks about how too set attainable New Year's resolutions.

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director for AHS Addiction and Mental Health — talks about what people can do to have a healthy holiday season and positive way to focus on mental health during this time.

Nov. 20-24 is Bullying Awareness Week. In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health with AHS — talks about the different types of bullying and how adults can support children who are being bullied.

Nov. 15 marked National Philanthropy Day, which recognizes philanthropic individuals and organizations across North America, and their exceptional contributions to the charitable sector. We are so grateful to our 70 foundation partners who support advancements to healthcare, including equipment, programs, services and research in our communities and across the province. Last year, our partners raised $363 million for healthcare. They also invested $104 million in support of local and system-wide AHS priorities and $29 million toward health research. We work closely with the foundations to make sure we are supporting shared goals, and investing these donated dollars where they will have the most impact. Joining the podcast to tell us more are: • Deborah McKinnon, President and CEO of the Mental Health Foundation. • Katrina Black, President and CEO of the Sturgeon Community Hospital Foundation. • Manon Therriault, CEO, Red Deer Regional Health Foundation.

CEO Podcast — Nov. 3, 2023 by Alberta Health Services

Guest: Emmanuel Arceneaux In this episode, Vickie and Tyler interview Emmanuel Arceneaux, wide receiver for the Edmonton Elks of the Canadian Football League (CFL). What does sport have to do with nursing? Tune in and find out.

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health with AHS — talks about how culture and diversity can affect mental health and how AHS supports people from culturally diverse backgrounds.

In this Mental Wellness Moment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director for Addiction and Mental Health with AHS — talks about how healthcare workers can take care of their mental health and how to de-stress at work.

The latest CEO podcast shines a spotlight on the importance of health information management. The AHS Health Information Management (HIM) team manages, maintains and provides support in all aspects of health information, from collection and use to access and disclosure. Their work touches or is touched by all AHS clinical and business services. HIM is woven throughout AHS in places such as switchboard, registration in a clinical setting, as well as record retention throughout the organization. This helps to facilitate healthcare delivery, patient safety and health- and business-related decision-making. Joining the podcast to tell us more are: • Kathleen Addison, Senior Provincial Director, Health Information Management. • Karen Carlson, Executive Director, Health Information Management, Operational Practice.

In this Mental Wellness Moment installment, Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director for AHS Addiction and Mental Health — discusses the role boredom plays in maintaining good mental health and ‘recharging’ the brain.

This CEO Podcast shines a spotlight on one of our most innovative programs, eSIM—which stands for educate, simulate, innovate, motivate. Simulation facilities re-create clinical events enabling participants to practise their skills in an interactive, real-world experience with the chance to learn from mistakes without causing any harm. Last year, the program supported more than 2,100 simulation sessions involving around 18,500 learners—and 154 of these sessions took place in rural and remote areas. Their rural simulation training bridges the gap between theory and practice, equipping healthcare practitioners with vital skills for quality care delivery specific to rural needs. Joining the CEO Podcast to tell us more are: • Tara Fuselli, eSIM education program lead. • Anna Maria Mundell, rural simulation consultant.

The latest CEO Podcast highlights some of the great work that’s being done by the Indigenous Support Line. The support line is for First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, including youth and Elders, living on or off reserve, in a settlement or in cities and towns. It helps callers navigate the healthcare system, connect them with resources and cultural supports, and offers immediate support for addiction and mental health concerns. No call is turned away, and the Indigenous listener helps guide the caller through each step in the patient’s healthcare journey. This toll-free, confidential phone service is the first of its kind in Canada to connect Indigenous callers and service providers with Indigenous health professionals. Joining the podcast to tell us more are: • Andrea Jackson, program manager of the Indigenous Support Line. • Melissa Creyke, mental health therapist and Indigenous listener with the support line.

Dr. Nicholas Mitchell — Provincial Medical Director with AHS Addiction and Mental Health — talks about supplements and vitamins, especially Vitamin D, and whether they can affect mental health.

Our People Survey opens Sept. 12, and is a chance for AHS staff and physicians to share thoughts on what it is like working at AHS and how our systems and actions are supporting patient safety. Joining the CEO Podcast to tell us more are: • Thora Eyford, Director of People Experience, Talent Management Strategies. • Deb Scharff, Director, Patient Safety Learning & Improvement. • Dr. Sharron Spicer, Associate Chief Medical Officer, Physician Experience.