Alexandra Kenney 
Despite the prevalence of intravenous (IV) therapy, not enough attention is given to the securement technique and IV dressings used, including the host of complications that can occur all based upon which IV dressing was applied. Not all IV dressings are made equal, and the choice of dressing, including factors such as acrylic vs. silicone, … Read more
Bedside nursing not only involves delivering care like taking vital signs, running IV-lines and administering medications, it also involves becoming a patient advocate – speaking up for the unique needs and safety of your patients. However, while patient advocacy has been embraced by many organizations and healthcare teams, it’s often limited in practice. There are … Read more
Healthcare-associated bloodstream infections, if not identified and treated quickly enough, can lead to the development of sepsis: a serious complication of infection. Sepsis is a life-threatening response to infection that results in the death of at least 350,000 adults in America each year and 2.9 million children around the world. In fact, sepsis is the … Read more
After a surgery, many patients think the hard part is over – but caring for postoperative incisions can become more stressful than the surgery itself due to the risk of infection in the surgical site. Although surgical site infections (SSIs) are preventable, they are the leading cause of readmission to hospitals after surgery, and at … Read more
Healthcare providers are expected to be there when we need them most, but burnout in healthcare is now at critical levels, threatening access to timely, safe and compassionate care. The healthcare system is overburdened, experiencing heightened levels of demand while healthcare providers are exiting at unprecedented levels – even mid-shift. Patients have begun to feel … Read more
When a parent is planning for their child’s upcoming surgery, post-operative care and complications like surgical site infections aren’t often top of mind – getting through the operation is the top concern. But, after a child is wheeled back through the operating room doors, a new set of challenges and treatment begins. After surgery comes … Read more
Central lines are a direct connection between critical medical intervention, like life saving medication, and the heart. They can be used for tiny babies, children and adults of all ages. Patients who have long-term central lines are often fighting serious illnesses, and may be immunocompromised, making central line care a high stakes priority. Such a … Read more
Today, our capacity for empathy and compassion doesn’t just begin in our hearts and minds and end at our fingertips. It now extends to the technology that we hold in our hands. In healthcare, the vast majority of hospitals now prioritize patient and family centered care: an approach to healthcare that places patients and families … Read more
Mr. Pedlar has been President and Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation since April 3, 2010 and a member of the Board of Directors since January 14, 2010. Previously, Mr. Pedlar was President of Pedlar Ventures Limited, a private venture investment and consulting firm based in Oakville, Ontario. He has served in senior executive positions with public companies including temporary Chief Financial Officer, Cygnal Technologies Corp., October 2007; President, Cedara Software Corp., 2005 to 2006; Chief Financial Officer, Cedara Software Corp., 2004 to 2005; and Director of Finance, Cedara Software Corp., 2000 to 2004. Mr. Pedlar has also held senior executive positions with Merge Healthcare and IMAX Corporation. Mr. Pedlar holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Mount Allison University, a post-graduate diploma in Accounting from Wilfrid Laurier University and is a Canadian Chartered Accountant.