Transforming Care: Where we are and what comes next for Niagara Health
A crucial part of transforming how Niagara Health delivers care is managing patient flow, Lynn Guerriero writes.
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Local Share, Local Care: Niagara's moment of truth
Every family in Niagara knows how important it is to get the right care, close to home, when they need it most. The future of that care — faster, stronger, and more connected — depends on decisions many municipal councils will make in the coming weeks.
Back to school, back to routine
As both a pediatrician and a mom of two energetic boys, age 4 and 8, I know firsthand how exciting - and sometimes overwhelming - the back-to-school season can be. Shifting from summer freedom to school routines takes some preparation, but a few simple steps can make the transition smoother for kids and parents.
Every step forward reflects our commitment to care
We know the system is strained, but every step we take — through innovation, collaboration and an unwavering commitment to better care — is strengthening healthcare in Niagara today and for the future.
Urgent care is not emergency care; mistaking the two can be dangerous
UCCs are not emergency departments. They are not equipped or staffed to handle life-threatening emergencies such as heart attacks, strokes or major trauma. In those moments, assuming a UCC can provide emergency-level care can have devastating consequences.
Improving your ED visit
If you’ve visited an Emergency Department lately, you’ve likely experienced what so many across the province are feeling: long waits, crowded waiting rooms and frustration about not knowing what’s happening or how long it will take.
Primary care is the path forward
I want to acknowledge the heartfelt advocacy expressed in recent opinion pieces and news articles about the Urgent Care Centres in Fort Erie and Port Colborne. We all want the same thing — for all Niagara residents to have access to timely, high-quality care. But we owe it to the community to talk honestly about what’s really needed.
It’s not just ‘confusion’: Delirium is a medical emergency common in hospitalized patients
Delirium is a sudden change in a person’s ability to think, focus or behave normally. It’s not dementia — though the two can look similar — and it’s not just “confusion.” Delirium is a medical emergency, and one that is often missed.
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.
Choosing wisely: Smarter healthcare for a healthier you
In medicine, we’re constantly learning and improving. Over the past decade, advances in diagnosis and treatment have helped people live longer, even as they face more complex health conditions. As doctors, we are committed to providing the best care possible, which often means using the latest tools and treatments. But does more always mean better? Not necessarily.
Extraordinary Caring. Every Person. Every Time.
