Kara Plotnikoff, MPH

📍Living in AB but originally a BC gal. 🌿 Big fan of nature, science, and cats (especially mine). she/her/hers. Opinions are my own.

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

We’re hiring! @foothillspcn is looking for an Evaluation & Data Analyst to support PCN programs and service delivery. Feel free to reach out with questions about the organization or role!

JD and application instructions in the link below. Closes Dec 16

https://t.co/ix0cS4ct7R

[Canadian Journal of Public Health @CJPH_RCSP]

#editorschoice by @gina_ginao et al. "Factors associated with intention to receive vaccines for bacterial sexually transmitted infections among young HPV-vaccinated Canadian women." Over 80% of participants were interested in receiving future vaccines. https://t.co/0Al9XxDEiE

[Global BC @GlobalBC]

“We’ve been struggling with recruitment and retention, with enough physicians, nurses, midwives, for two decades,” said Dr. Jude Kornelsen, with the UBC Centre for Rural Research.

https://t.co/ORIvriyyRH

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

The Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network is hiring a full time (40hrs / week) Evaluation and Data Analyst.

Please feel free to reach out with any questions about the position ☺️

Application closes May 13. Job posting available at https://t.co/qUwZHQuDar

@foothillspcn

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

@RuthLavergne @UCalgary @C3_ResNetwork @foothillspcn Thanks so much, Ruth! I’m really excited to be part of the work they do 😊

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

Last Friday was my last day with the @UCalgary @C3_ResNetwork. I am so grateful for the mentorship, opportunities, and the people I got to know over the last 2.5 years!

I’m also excited for my next career venture that began this week with the wonderful team at @foothillspcn 🙌🏼

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

@KarlaKrewulak @kmfiest @kiramakuk @MPLeia @lau_c_hernandez @n_jaworska @JParsonsLeigh @stephanajulia @rbmather @GwenEKnight @minipixie26 Incredible woman and scientist yourself, Karla!! So fortunate to work work you 🙌🏼

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

@kmfiest Congratulations Kirsten!! 🎉👏🏼

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

No previous #icu stay is required to participant in this study - reach out to @lau_c_hernandez or @C3_ResNetwork to learn more!

[Calgary Critical Care Research Network @C3_ResNetwork]

We are seeking participants in 🇨🇦 for a study on perceptions of important factors of #vasopressor therapy (treatment for ⬇️ blood pressure) in the #ICU. No prior knowledge is required. The study involves a virtual focus group or interview. Contact our team for more info! 📩

[Calgary Critical Care Research Network @C3_ResNetwork]

#FeaturedResearch -🚨Hot off the press! In this @HSRatBMC article, ICU stakeholders evaluated transitions in care tools. Rankings were influenced by comprehensiveness, language, & clinical workflow impact. Considerations for potential tools are discussed 👉https://t.co/Njh7dccKbd

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

@SLKashuba @C3_ResNetwork @Crit_Care @KarlaKrewulak @lau_c_hernandez @KristaS_PainMgt @dan_niven @JParsonsLeigh @StelfoxTom @kmfiest Thanks Sherri!!

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

@LaurWSmith Thanks Laurie! ☺️

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

All I wanted for Christmas was for this to be published 😅 everything else is gravy now.

Grateful for the mentorship and support throughout this project. All co-authors and more were instrumental in the success of this review!

[Calgary Critical Care Research Network @C3_ResNetwork]

#FeaturedResearch -🚨Hot off the press! This @Crit_Care scoping review identified education, patient & family engagement, and communication with healthcare professionals are facilitators to a successful discharge from the #ICU, #PICU, and #NICU.🏥🔗https://t.co/Ke3DFcTECS

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

@nkwfoster SO GOOD!! Haha

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

@KrisRob72 Thanks Kristin!

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

Still a very reactive model of care. We need safe injection sites and harm reduction approaches. Options for recovery are important, yes, but addiction supports must encompass more stages and not depend on one’s desire to enter a treatment program or not.

[Alberta Health @GoAHealth]

Firefighters to play key role in offering addiction treatment. A first in Canada, firefighters in Edmonton are joining the fight against opioid overdose by supporting immediate access to addiction treatment and supporting families: https://t.co/vPJPWcnjFI

[Paul Wright RN @paulwrightpfcc]

If you have had or continue to suffer from COVID-19 symptoms and want to be trained as a patient researcher to support future covid work please let us know. Reach out to me with questions or interests. @ikhenderson @Pts4Chg @LongCovidCanada @LongCovidGroup @LongCOVIDPhysio

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

@kmfiest @UCalgary @C3_ResNetwork @OBrien_IPH @UCalgaryMed Congratulations Kirsten!! 🥳

[Matthew J Douma @matthewjdouma]

A team of nurse researchers is interviewing Albertan ICU nurses, and redeployed nurses, to understand what the impact of ICU expansion is on the care provided. To participate, please signup for an interview with this link: https://t.co/WXarv53X9b or the QR code below.

[Kara Plotnikoff, MPH @k_plotnikoff]

A well written, thorough report about global COVID-19 vaccine distribution & how a good intention struggled with execution.
IMO speaks to larger issues of inequity & the concept of saviorism that aren’t just a result of one company but a broader mindset https://t.co/O9DTl2ejMO