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Mental Health in the NICU

Friday, October 16, 2026
9:35 AM - 10:35 AM
Amphitheatre

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Panel Led by: Christina Cantin Panelists: Clare Giroux, Karen Dryden-Kiser & Ela Burgurcu Ordek


Session Details

By the end of this session, participants should be able to: 1. Summarize the unique mental health considerations for the birthing parent associated with caring for a baby in the NICU 2. Identify strategies to improve the mental well-being of parents, caregivers, and professionals in the NICU 3. Describe mental health services available to support parents, caregivers, and professionals in the NICU


Speaker

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Dr. Christina Cantin
CHEO Research Institute

Moderator

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Social Worker Msw Karen Dryden MSW RSW
The Ottawa Hospital - General Campus - Maternal And Newborn Care

Panelist

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Ms Clare Giroux
The Ottawa Hospital

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