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Walking Beside Families on Life’s Final Journey: Inside St. Joseph’s Palliative Care Program
For more than 25 years, St. Joseph’s Health Care London has walked alongside patients and families during what can be a very challenging time —end of life care. Since opening in 1999, the Palliative Care Unit (PCU) at Parkwood Institute has been a place of dignity and compassion for individuals...
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One decision at a time: Barbara Weryk recognized for empowering people living with diabetes
Barbara Weryk knows what's in her campers' bags because she carries most of it herself: insulin, glucose monitors, backup supplies, an emergency plan. Barbara has lived with diabetes for 12 years and wears an insulin pump and glucose sensor. She's also the camp nurse. Since 2018, Barbara has...
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Making every entrance easier: the wheelchair locator role at St. Joseph’s
For many patients, entering a hospital isn’t easy. For those facing additional barriers, that experience can come with even more anxiety. When Volunteer Services manager Tracy Drenth recognized the need for easily accessible wheelchairs at our entrances, action was taken and the wheelchair locator...
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FAST and slow - the varying speeds of a stroke journey
Would you recognize the signs of a stroke in yourself or someone else? 49-year-old Londoner Michael Lees is grateful his wife can. Her knowledge and quick action most likely saved his life. In the middle of the night in January 2022, Michael woke up with a strange feeling, “I kept tossing and...
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A lasting impact in breast care
The seeds of excellence in breast care in London were planted and grew from the drive and passion of a remarkable physician – Dr. Lauren McCurdy, former Director of Breast Imaging at St. Joseph’s. On June 5, the talented radiologist passed away at age 70, but her impact on patient care lives on....
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A national leader in shaping cardiac rehabilitation
Anyone who has suffered a frightening heart-related event understands the importance of safely limiting the risk of developing more heart trouble, resuming life and improving wellbeing. This is the critical role of cardiac rehabilitation and a St. Joseph’s Health Care London (St. Joseph’s) physician...
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Unlocking boundless potential
Ashmeet Gill had her first PET/CT scan shortly after being diagnosed with Hodgkin’s lymphoma, a cancer of the body’s germ-fighting immune system. She was nervous. Claustrophobia is an issue for the young Stratford resident and the scan, necessary to determine if the cancer had spread beyond the...
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All in the family
A new exhibit at St. Joseph’s Hospital showcases generations of families that have contributed to the legacy of the hospital dating back to its earliest days. American author Alex Haley famously wrote “in every conceivable manner, the family is link to our past, bridge to our future.” At St. Joseph...
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Dual honours for a remarkable physician
In compelling testimony to his exceptional commitment, expertise and energy, Dr. Michael Silverman is the recipient of both the Joint Medical Advisory Committee (MAC) Award and the St. Joseph’s MAC Award this year. It’s the first time an individual has won two MAC awards in the same year. This...
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