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Kent Lewis (middle) received the Community Collaborator Award from St. Leonard's Society of Canada. Pictured with Michael Oates, Executive Director at St. Leonard’s Community Services, London & Region; and Anita Desai, Executive Director, St. Leonard’s Society of Canada

Better together: a decade of partnership recognized on the national stage

When Kent Lewis walked into a room full of St. Leonard's colleagues from across Canada in Calgary this June, he felt it immediately: a shared sense of purpose. Lewis, director of St. Joseph's Health Care London's Forensic Psychiatry Program, was in Calgary to accept the Community Collaborator Award from St. Leonard's Society of Canada — a national honour presented to individuals and organizations whose dedication to collaboration is making communities safer, healthier and more equitable. "I started my acceptance speech by saying, 'You are my people,'" he recalls. "These are individuals who see...

Unmasking brain injury

Confusion. Fear of the unknown. Worry about the future. Somehow, Niki Foulon manages not to be overwhelmed by these emotions as she shares the story of how her brain injury has affected her life. Instead, she lets them flow through paint strokes onto the stark white canvas of a mask. Niki and other...

Our People: Meet Heather Haley, Administrative Assistant

What do you know about the people you pass in the hall or see in the cafeteria every day? What do they do at St. Joseph’s? Here we will introduce you to a member of the St. Joseph’s family, recognizing their contribution to respect, excellence and compassion. Role Passionate, focused, efficient and...

With knowledge, comes hope

With only about two in every 10,000 people in Canada living with scleroderma, it can be a lonely journey for these individuals. But at a support group based at St. Joseph’s Health Care London (St. Joseph’s), people with scleroderma can find the strength, education and care they need. It’s a natural...

Painting your passion

WWII veteran Bob Armstrong sits diligently in a busy art studio at Parkwood Institute. A light from a nearby window cascades on what was once a blank canvas – now filled with life and colour. At 91, the accomplished artist has not lost his touch. “When painting a portrait of an animal, you have to...

Leading the conversation on equity, diversity and inclusivity

EXCHANGE: A London Health Research Day forum on diversity and inclusivity promotes conversations around the challenges associated with equity, diversity and inclusivity and potential solutions for the future. The city of London, Ontario is home to a vibrant health research community. On Wednesday...

A lasting commitment to blood donation

Every year, St. Joseph’s Health Care London supports Canadian Blood Services as a participant in the Partners for Life program – a nationwide program that engages corporate companies and community organizations in donating blood. As a participant, St. Joseph’s sets an annual blood donation target...

Our People: Meet Cy Hartland, Volunteer

In creative pursuit of recovery

Everyone knows Richard has talent. The room falls silent as he clears his throat, pulls the microphone close, strums an intro chord and eases into a soulful ballad. Richard is a patient of St. Joseph’s Mental Health Care Program at Parkwood Institute. He’s performing one of his original songs, just...

St. Joseph’s adopts the latest in breast imaging technology

Contrast-enhanced mammography and 3D mammography are resulting in quicker, more accurate diagnosis of breast cancer for patients of St. Joseph’s Breast Care Program. The latest wave in breast imaging technology has arrived at St. Joseph’s Hospital and is making a significant difference in precision...