Orla Smith

Critical care nurse, PhD, researcher, mom, #onepeloton fan

[Orla Smith @orlasmith51]

Proud to have been involved in this work @CCCTG_ @MacCriticalCare

[CIHR @CIHR_IRSC]

@machealthsci researchers show that a drug costing as little as 50 cents per dose could save hospitals thousands of dollars while improving outcomes for critically ill patients.

Learn more: https://t.co/IRhXtmG7FH

[Action for Happiness @actionhappiness]

Taking care of yourself isn't selfish - it's essential. Join us for Self-Care September and discover small daily actions to help you feel calmer, stay resilient and show up for others too https://t.co/rry9VO52NK #SelfCareSeptember

[CCCF @CCCForum]

There’s still time to submit your abstract, and showcase your research!

Abstract Submission Deadline: September 1, 2026

Submit today: https://t.co/Dz2JaHCcrN
#CCCF2026 #CriticalCare #MedEd #IntensiveCare

[Gemma Altinger @GemmaAltinger]

🧵We ran a randomised trial within a trial to test two text-message #nudges on #PatientReportedOutcome response rates.

Both beat standard invitations (+3.9% prosocial framing, +6.9% prize draw).

Published in @JClinEpi https://t.co/lk5MiUjhka

[Peter Nydahl @NydahlPeter]

Choosing Wisely Canada climate-conscious recommendations for critical care medicine
https://t.co/lt0lC9JgmO

[Nursing in Critical Care Journal @niccjournal]

Former ICU patients' experiences can shape better nursing care. This qualitative study highlights how survivor narratives support reflection, person-centred practice and improvements in ICU care.

https://t.co/l1ECjLFihY

#CriticalCare #ICURecovery

[CCCF @CCCForum]

The CCCF 2026 program is shaping up to be our strongest yet – and we want you to see it.

Explore what's new! https://t.co/7o6DjyLb2f
Early Bird closes October 7: https://t.co/axuyfyBQvu…
#CCCF2026 #ICU #CriticalCare #MedEd #IntensiveCare

[Peter Nydahl @NydahlPeter]

Parent perspectives on neonatal research without prior consent.

"Thoughtful communication about equipoise and attention to trust are essential when considering alternative methods of consent."
https://t.co/hwrZAwf4CX

[Avis Favaro @Avis_Favaro]

Mismanagement at one of Ontario’s largest hospitals. How does a board approve 6 CEOs in less than a decade. And why wasn’t the province watching? TV story on London Health Sciences @CTVNews https://t.co/TC8MitutLy via @YouTube

[Adam Grant @AdamMGrant]

The smarter women are, the more hostility they face.

In the U.S. & China, the higher women’s IQs, the less they're liked—and the more they’re undermined by coworkers. Men pay no price for being bright.

It's long past time to recognize female intellect as an asset, not a threat.

[CAEP @CAEP_Docs]

Emergency department violence is escalating and reflects a system-wide safety crisis.

CAEP's updated position statement outlines clear, evidence-informed strategies for prevention and mitigation.

Read it here: https://t.co/apEOflQgY7

#emergencymedicine #healthadvocacy

[CP24 @CP24]

Sunnybrook hospital receives $41M investment from Weston family for clinical trial research https://t.co/ugWriCfuFV

[Peter Nydahl @NydahlPeter]

CHX Bathing

In 10 studies incl 33,860 patients and with low certainty of evidence, CHX 0.2% bathing vs water & soap did not reduce risk of death (RR 0.93) or clinical severity scores (SMD −0.09)
Thanks to @CritCareReviews
https://t.co/elsAo3i9za

[Nursing in Critical Care Journal @niccjournal]

Are we truly supporting children in ICU bereavement?

A thought-provoking read that invites reflection on how we define and deliver “family-centred” care.

🔗 https://t.co/TWUS7RkN07

#CriticalCareNursing #BereavementCare #FamilyCentredCare

[Orla Smith @orlasmith51]

Another important contribution from Dr. Hwang and colleagues.

[Raghu Venugopal MD @raghu_venugopal]

Annual healthcare costs in Toronto:
-homeless: $12,209
-housed: $1769
-housed and low-income: $1912
There's only 1 policy conclusion which matches my experience. Housing reduces healthcare expenditures.
https://t.co/tm51IpPdUy

[Peter Nydahl @NydahlPeter]

Restrictive vs Liberal Physical Restraint Strategies in Critically Ill Patients
https://t.co/ILvhWpmHGf

[Orla Smith @orlasmith51]

Take 5 minutes to read this. Gut wrenching.

[Harriette Van Spall, MD MPH 🇨🇦 @hvanspall]

He was a mentor

But departing from evidence, he had my dad w new angina wait 4wks for CABG: Cath/IVUS had shown 70% LM, tight ostial LAD+LCx lesions, RCA occlusion

My beloved dad died before CABG

The ensuing silence left me w #lessons I carry everyday1/
https://t.co/vxkKTIeenh

[Orla Smith @orlasmith51]

@Samir_Grover Fascinating Samir.

[Orla Smith @orlasmith51]

@UnityHealthTO Great pictures of Joan, Maria, and team.

[Paul Wischmeyer MD @Paul_Wischmeyer]

https://t.co/DNcl1KsS8W