Niagara Health was in the spotlight Tuesday morning as the hospital hosted Newstalk CKTB’s Round Table Road Trip live from the Marotta Family Hospital in St. Catharines.
During the program, radio host Steph Vivier interviewed several members from Niagara Health and the Niagara Health Foundation about a wide range of healthcare topics. From volunteers to physicians to healthcare partners, interviewees discussed the role of primary care, our new hospital information system (HIS), upcoming fundraising initiatives and more.
Check out the interviews:
Volunteering at Niagara Health
Amanda Basilone, Manager, Recruitment and Volunteer Resources discussed the important role volunteers have in creating a warm and welcoming environment within our hospital walls. Alongside her, life-long volunteer David Hayes shared his experience as a volunteer in the Systemic Suite at the Walker Family Cancer Centre. Listen in.
Importance of fundraising
Did you know that hospitals rely on fundraising for everything inside the physical building? From bedding and furniture to diagnostic imaging equipment and surgical tools, Simon Akinsulie, Executive Vice-President, Practice, Clinical Support and Chief Nursing Executive and Andrea Scott, President and CEO, Niagara Health Foundation, discussed our successful fundraising accomplishments made possible through the generosity and support of the Niagara community. Listen in.
Role of patient partners at Niagara Health
At Niagara Health, Patient Partners contribute immensely to our patient-centered culture by ensuring that decisions are inclusive and reflect the diverse perspectives within our community. Robert Cosby, Director of Patient Experience joined Mary Maida, patient partner and new NH Board member, to discuss the important role of patient partners at Niagara Health and how their insights and perspectives lead to enhancements in the ways we deliver healthcare. Listen in.
The Big Move Cancer Ride
On Sunday, Sept. 8 the Big Move Cancer Ride returns to Niagara with a goal of raising $250,000 for the Walker Family Cancer Centre. Andrea Scott, President and CEO of the Niagara Health Foundation, and Dr. Michael Levesque, Chief of Oncology, discussed the importance of this event and how the funds will impact cancer care in Niagara. Listen in.
Focus on primary care
Simon Akinsulie, Executive Vice-President, Practice, Clinical Support and Chief Nursing Executive joined Frank Ruberto, Executive Director, Niagara Medical Group Family Health Team, Co-lead of the Ontario Health Team and Co-lead of SCOPE Niagara steering committee to discuss the importance of partnerships, family doctors and other primary care providers in delivering high-quality care. Listen in.
It’s Our Future campaign update
The South Niagara Hospital will transform the way we deliver hospital care. We are humbled by the tremendous support our community has shown for the It’s Our Future campaign, pledging more than $62 million. Andrea Scott, President and CEO of the Niagara Health Foundation, joined Niagara Falls Mayor Jim Diodati to provide an update on this exciting campaign. Listen in.
Physician roundtable
Dr. Helen Caetano, Chief of Surgery, Dr. Pam Kapend, Emergency Medicine Physician and ED Site Chief, South Niagara and Dr. Ben Tam, Digital Strategy Physician Lead, Hospital Information System (HIS) discussed our upcoming HIS, emergency department and surgical pressures and how Niagara Health is transforming to meet the healthcare needs of our community. Listen in.
