Medical laboratory teams connect the dots for accurate diagnoses
Much of the important work that supports patient healthcare plans and diagnoses happens behind-the-scenes, including the efforts of our skilled Medical Laboratory team.
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Kidney transplant recipient still going strong after 22 years
At nearly 95, John Suk is the oldest person living with a functioning kidney transplant in Niagara and he’s helped pave the way for other older adults to be considered for the life-changing surgery.
‘I wasn’t alone’: Collaboration at the heart of maternity care
Baby Boaz Bylsma had quite the birthday party – one that involved a team of midwives, nurses, doctors and a last-minute change of plans.
Niagara Health and Wellspring Niagara partner to enhance cancer care and support in Niagara
Every Thursday from 9 a.m. to noon, Wellspring Niagara volunteers will be available in waiting areas at the Walker Family Cancer Centre to share in conversation with those impacted by cancer and connect them to helpful resources outside the hospital.
Finding his fit: Rotations help medical student pinpoint his future in medicine
Grant Sweeny is a few months into rotations, a pivotal time in his journey to becoming a physician, and getting a clearer sense of the kind of doctor he wants to be.
Opinion: The cost of care
While construction is well underway, one critical piece remains: ensuring our community meets its local share commitment. Without it, we risk delays, and more importantly, we jeopardize Niagara’s ability to secure future provincial healthcare funding.
Niagara Health releases first Health Equity Plan
The Health Equity Plan will focus on improving care for three priority populations: older adults, individuals experiencing homelessness and Black communities, aligning with Ontario Health’s Black Health Plan.
Indigenous community room opens at Marotta Family Hospital
As part of our commitment to Reconciliation to provide culturally inclusive care, Niagara Health’s Indigenous Health Services and Reconciliation team has opened a new Indigenous community room at the Marotta Family Hospital, with programming set to begin this month.
Ronald McDonald Family Room marks six-month milestone enhancing patient family experience at Niagara Health’s Marotta Family Hospital
With upwards of 3,000 visits per month and growing, the Family Room has provided over 18,000 meals and snacks to caregivers, in addition to offering laundry services, emotional support, and respite for families with children in the hospital.
Research volunteer role helps future physician find his calling
Medical student Prey Patel has had opportunities in the Niagara Health Knowledge Institute’s experiential learning research program that most of his peers won’t see until later in their careers. And he plans to pay it forward at Niagara Health when he graduates.
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