Changing the face of medicine part of Interim Chief’s career ambitions
As both a psychiatrist and hospital leader, Dr. Victor Uwaifo hopes to be a role model for Black people aspiring to careers in healthcare.
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‘It’s exciting to see change’: NH’s first Black History Month committee chair
Clinical Manager Karen sees the difference the annual recognition has made to the organization and is optimistic about the emphasis placed on diversity, equity and inclusion.
Black History Month at Niagara Health
February is Black History Month – a month-long recognition at Niagara Health. This year’s theme is Ours to Tell, which focuses on recognizing the legacy of success, sacrifice and resilience attributed to members of the Black community.
Healthcare and learning Indigenous identity a calling for Registered Nurse
Becoming a Registered Nurse has long been a goal for Kassidy Bell. So, too, is learning about her Indigenous heritage and helping to provide culturally sensitive, equitable healthcare for Indigenous patients and others.
New Indigenous Advisor building bridges to improve healthcare
Jill Shimizu-Wilson (Lunn) says her work with Niagara Health is about reconciliation that requires fulfilling the needs of the people and the hospital, and finding common ground for both.
Niagara Health celebrates Indigenous Inclusion Month
This month, we are celebrating our second Indigenous Inclusion Month at Niagara Health. We are committed to making the hospital a safe, culturally welcoming space for Indigenous people that meets their healthcare needs and respects their traditions.
ICT project manager drawn to Niagara Health’s pride in supporting 2SLGBTQIA+ community
Niagara Health is the safe space Tassiana Smith was looking for when she was ready to take on greater challenges in her career.
Providing safe, respectful care drives ED physician’s work with transgender community
Dr. Tim St. Amand is an advocate for transgender patients, providing high-quality care with dignity to some of society’s most marginalized.
Celebrating Diversity Month
As part of Celebrate Diversity Month, we asked our team members to share their reflections on the importance of diversity.
Celebrating diversity helps ‘to ensure everyone feels comfortable’ – Sonali Kohli, Vice-President, Diagnostics and Chief Information Officer
We caught up with Sonali Kohli, Vice-President, Diagnostics and Chief Information Officer, who tells us what diversity means to her as Niagara Health celebrates Diversity Month.
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