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New HPV testing in cervical cancer screening: What you need to know

… is the difference between a pap smear and the HPV test? For patients the process of having the HPV test will be the same … strains and, as a result, helps better identify those patients more at risk and who need to be followed more … may be a false positive. We are better able to streamline patients who are at risk and those not at risk of developing …

"I actually won"

… cancer in breast tissue and ensure the best outcomes for patients. Tarra is proud that her support through Whole Lotto Love is making a difference in the lives of patients and residents. As an RPN, she says the best part of … cancer in breast tissue and ensure the best outcomes for patients. Tarra is proud that her support through Whole …

London expands approach to prevent discharge from hospital to homelessness

… homelessness by providing timely and accessible supports to patients who would otherwise be discharged into … London to provide direct, on-site (or virtual) support for patients at risk of homelessness. Read the full story on the … homelessness by providing timely and accessible supports to patients who would otherwise be discharged into …

Supporting the Sisterhood

… imaging of breast tissue; and sensory suites to comfort patients undergoing their exams are just a few pieces that … mammography will be a game-changer for our patients,” says Dr. Kornecki. 1 … imaging of breast tissue; and sensory suites to comfort patients undergoing their exams are just a few pieces that …

The greater good

… way all of our staff and teams have come together to keep patients and each other safe. There is a sense of goodwill … way all of our staff and teams have come together to keep patients and each other safe. There is a sense of goodwill … way all of our staff and teams have come together to keep patients and each other safe. There is a sense of goodwill …

You are making a difference against COVID-19

… program, again to facilitate family visits between patients and loved ones Provided a SmartBoard for Parkwood’s … being invited to ensure that care and comfort of both inpatients and residents, and our St. Joseph’s staff, is … program, again to facilitate family visits between patients and loved ones Provided a SmartBoard for Parkwood’s …

Culture, Community and Commitment

… a career in nursing – first on the frontlines, caring for patients in clinical units and in the community, then in … There are a lot of challenges in the health care system for patients, caregivers and families, and I want to be able to … also very important to me – the trust of the public, staff, patients, and families. I always had a sense that St. …

For the love of family

… diagnosis, and surgical procedures for more than 24,000 patients from across Southwestern Ontario each year. Thanks … the care team leads with compassion. “We understand when patients and family members visit us, they may be nervous or … of our own family,” says Heather. “It is important for patients to feel at ease and to trust that we will provide …

Your generosity wrote the next chapters in medical research

… for Hand and Wrist Injuries Wearing a hand splint can help patients recover from an injury, surgery or manage pain. In … plastic – a time-consuming process for therapists – and patients often found them uncomfortable to wear. Wielding … for Hand and Wrist Injuries Wearing a hand splint can help patients recover from an injury, surgery or manage pain. In …

Serving hope

… two days of specialized training to enhance care for their patients. St. Joseph’s is one of the first hospitals in … on neuromuscular electrical stimulation (NMES) to treat patients with dysphagia (difficulty swallowing). Dysphagia … two days of specialized training to enhance care for their patients. St. Joseph’s is one of the first hospitals in …

Forging his path

… prioritization strategies appeared to have shielded patients from the worst potential impacts. Cendejas-Gomez … prioritization strategies appeared to have shielded patients from the worst potential impacts. Cendejas-Gomez … prioritization strategies appeared to have shielded patients from the worst potential impacts. Cendejas-Gomez …

Dual honours for a remarkable physician

… and unclear public health priorities with best care for patients and staff safety always in mind.” Drs. Silverman … There have been only four cases of COVID-19 among patients, all separate instances of patients transferred to St. Joseph’s from another facility …

Life-long partnership lives on through research

… advance research, scholarship and education and benefit the patients we serve,” says Dr. Yoo. “We are incredibly proud … advance research, scholarship and education and benefit the patients we serve,” says Dr. Yoo. “We are incredibly proud … advance research, scholarship and education and benefit the patients we serve,” says Dr. Yoo. “We are incredibly proud …

Roger and Halle bring the ‘pawfect’ holiday cheer at Parkwood Institute

… on Christmas Day to spread a little extra holiday cheer for patients who may not be seeing family or friends. “It simply … on Christmas Day to spread a little extra holiday cheer for patients who may not be seeing family or friends. “It simply … on Christmas Day to spread a little extra holiday cheer for patients who may not be seeing family or friends. “It simply …

Part of the family

… time at St. Joseph’s so far. “I’m always connecting with patients and colleagues on this work. I just feel like part … a silent disease until it isn’t,” says Dr. Fleet. “A lot of patients say that they wish they would have known sooner … early and prevent complications for stroke rehabilitation patients. Working at St. Joseph’s has allowed Dr. Fleet’s …

Indigenous Sweat Lodge built at Southwest Centre for Forensic Mental Health

… project I was interested in connecting our Indigenous patients with this group to offer further connections with … “Our hope is to hold sweats for Southwest Centre patients bi-monthly. If that goes well and an increased need … says Crystal George, Biigajisskan manager. “Providing patients opportunity to connect with spirit is a priority …

Paving the way for change

… McFarlane Hand and Upper Limb Centre (HULC) and the complex patients they treat. I recently completed a plastic surgery … because of the organization’s commitment to the wellness of patients and physicians and focus on community health and … McFarlane Hand and Upper Limb Centre (HULC) and the complex patients they treat. I recently completed a plastic surgery …

Moments of grace

… care at St. Joseph’s Health Care London enrich the lives of patients and residents – and themselves. It’s not the usual interaction health care students have with patients and residents. These encounters are often deep, … as well as participating in spiritual care work with patients, families, staff and treatment teams. During group …

Firing up muscles

… purchased. This means greater access to rehabilitation for patients, and offers the opportunity for increased … gym, creating a sense of community and allowing patients to connect with their peers who are on similar care journeys. “It’s really inspiring for patients who have a newer injury to see those who may be …

Free community toolkit in suicide prevention generates hope

… He was also involved in developing a ‘coping plan’ tool for patients. The tool helps patients identify, together with their care provider, types … stay healthy – both physically and mentally. In addition, patients at higher risk work with their care provider to …