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… Osteoporosis with Dr. Kristin Clemens: DocTalks Podcast Season 4, Episode 25 Osteoporosis with Dr. Kristin Clemens: DocTalks Podcast … Osteoporosis with Dr. Kristin Clemens: DocTalks Podcast Season 4, Episode 25 Image … More women die from osteoporotic fractures than from breast and ovarian cancer …

… mobility and cheering on progress Rajendar (Raj) was just 13 years old and living in India when he first felt the pull towards his future career as a physiotherapist. Rajendar, physiotherapist in the Neurotrauma … mobility and cheering on progress Rajendar (Raj) was just 13 years old and living in India when he first felt the …

… Luminaries among us There were 10 nominees for the 2020 Sisters of St. Joseph Awards of Excellence and four recipients. A … whom patients can’t wait to see every day. A physiotherapist who excels in the most challenging situations and … Luminaries among us There were 10 nominees for the 2020 Sisters of St. Joseph Awards of Excellence and four …

… When life changes in an instant When life changes in an instant Innovation Matters Here It started like any other day. Paul Garrett could never have … When life changes in an instant Innovation Matters Here It started like any other day. Paul Garrett could never have …

… Excellence in Professional Practice Awards and Bursaries St. Joseph’s  Excellence in Professional Practice Awards …  recognize nursing and other allied health discipline staff who are at the heart of patient and resident care. … and for exemplifying the Mission, Vision and Values of St. Joseph's. This year’s recipients were honored during an …

… band perform their debut performance at Parkwood Institute The Veteranomes band perform their debut performance at Parkwood Institute Image Music can change the energy of a room and in the Veterans Care Program at St. Joseph’s Parkwood Institute, it’s helping veterans …

… Ontario men gain access to advanced prostate cancer imaging through new study Ontario men gain access to advanced prostate cancer imaging through new study Prostate cancer can … Ontario men gain access to advanced prostate cancer imaging through new study Prostate cancer can …

… likely wouldn’t know Dr. Graham King is one of Canada’s most accomplished orthopaedic surgeons unless you heard it first from a patient, colleague or international specialist. Quietly modest, he isn’t apt to tell you the elbow … likely wouldn’t know Dr. Graham King is one of Canada’s most accomplished orthopaedic surgeons unless you heard it …

… pain perception to the forefront of patient care. We almost take for granted the premise that individual pain … experiences can limit patients’ recovery from injury, but just thirty years ago, perceptions of pain weren’t central to … information.   Joy MacDermid – at the time, a hand therapist at the Roth | McFarlane Hand and Upper Limb Centre (HULC) …

… real or an urban legend? It’s important to know, says St. Joseph’s allergist Dr. Samira Jeimy. A false label of penicillin allergy carries many risks. Dr. Samira Jeimy, an allergist with the Allergy and Immunology Program at St. Joseph’s … real or an urban legend? It’s important to know, says St. Joseph’s allergist Dr. Samira Jeimy. A false label of …

… fell in love with her as soon as I saw her,” Bill said. Just a few days later, he approached Sharon and asked for a favour – to go on a date with him. The rest, as they say, is history. For four years, Sharon and Bill focused on having fun … fell in love with her as soon as I saw her,” Bill said. Just a few days later, he approached Sharon and asked for a …

… physician, compassionate cheerleader Dr. Laura Lyons at St. Joseph’s Family Medical and Dental Centre was one of … make to their patients, communities and the health care system. The story below, and the words of just one of many patients, … physician, compassionate cheerleader Dr. Laura Lyons at St. Joseph’s Family Medical and Dental Centre was one of …

… A prestigious award for Dr. Bruce Nichols A prestigious award for Dr. Bruce Nichols The Ivey Eye Institute is world-renowned for being a leader in eye care … A prestigious award for Dr. Bruce Nichols The Ivey Eye Institute is world-renowned for being a leader in eye care …

… in mental health care Rachel Hudson believes some of the most powerful insights and important voices in mental health care, come from those who have experienced it firsthand. As patient council associate for St. Joseph’s Mental Health Care Program, Rachel supports …

… Action’ highlights the urgency for swift, decisive steps to achieve gender equality. To mark the day, St. Joseph’s Health Care is profiling two staff members - a nurse practitioner and researcher - who … Action’ highlights the urgency for swift, decisive steps to achieve gender equality. To mark the day, St. …

… and winter blues Coping with holiday and winter blues Christmas is traditionally associated with joy, happiness and … year. For individuals who are dealing with a season of firsts and loss- anything from the death of a loved one, a … change, the holidays are often hard to bear.  Additional stresses related to the pressures of cultural traditions can …

… held in his honour. John Lartides enters a familiar room at St. Joseph’s Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care (Mount … is now adorned with easels, decadent desserts, and a harpist who strums softly in the background. On display are beautiful … held in his honour. John Lartides enters a familiar room at St. Joseph’s Mount Hope Centre for Long Term Care (Mount …

… Transformed the breast biopsy experience Transformed the breast biopsy experience Image Our teams worked to develop a new breast cancer biopsy method that combines contrast enhanced … Transformed the breast biopsy experience Image Our teams worked to develop a new …

… of fatal injuries. November is Fall Prevention month. At St. Joseph’s, your safety is important to us. Here are some … falls at home. Tips for preventing falls at home Eat well, stay fit and use a walking aid as recommended Take … if this occurs) Use correct eyeglasses/hearing aids—test vision/hearing every two years Walk and climb stairs …

… in long-term care and never takes shortcuts. She fully understands the importance of her role.  “The pandemic has made me appreciate how safe I am with my role as a PSW with St. Joseph's. I've had to wear a lot of personal protective equipment and keep a safe distance, but that doesn’t stop me from staying positive." …