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Keep your sights on safety during April 8 eclipse
… some serious eye protection, says leading ophthalmologist Dr. Phil Hooper of St. Joseph’s Health Care London (St. Joseph’s). Dr. Phil Hooper, ophthalmologist at Ivey Eye Institute, St. … can lead to irreversible eye damage and vision loss,” says Dr. Hooper, a retinal-surgery specialist at the nationally …
A lifelong passion to serve and a focus on family
… A lifelong passion to serve and a focus on family Meet Dr. Adam Dukelow When asked why he became a physician, Dr. Adam Dukelow’s face lights up. His answer is brief, but … Medical and Academic Affairs and his plans for the role. Dr. Adam Dukelow, Vice President Medical and Academic …
Celebrating medical residents
… and their commitment to quality care for patients. Dr. Evan Michaelov, left, a first year ophthalmology resident, and Dr. Joey Liu, a first year internal medicine resident, are … are teachers, trainees, clinicians and researchers,” says Dr. Lois Champion, Integrated Director of Medical Education. …
Fecal transplants show promise in improving melanoma treatment
… in patients with advanced melanoma. Immunotherapy drugs stimulate a person’s immune system to attack and … health of their microbiome through fecal transplants,” says Dr. John Lenehan, Medical Oncologist at London Health … cancer treatment is a growing field in science,” explains Dr. Saman Maleki, Scientist at Lawson and LHSC’s LRCP, …
Hospital data shows longer, costlier stays for patients experiencing homelessness
… the community without stable housing,” says study co-author Dr. Cheryl Forchuk, PhD, Assistant Scientific Director at … and an integral part of a health strategy,” says Dr. Forchuk, a trailblazer in researching health impact and … visit. (Please see shareable infographic below story copy). Dr. Forchuk’s contribution to this work was supported …
Global initiative aims to prevent falls in older adults
… aims to prevent falls in older adults Image Chaired by Dr. Manuel Montero-Odasso, Scientist at Lawson Health … proportionally. This is not the case for falls,” says Dr. Montero-Odasso, who is also a Geriatrician at St. … with lived experience in falls and mobility problems,” says Dr. Montero-Odasso. “They provided feedback, comments and …
More than a Medal: Mark Ideson’s journey to his fourth Paralympics
… multiple fractures and a spinal cord injury resulting in quadriplegia. The months that followed were focused not on … Sochi, securing the gold medal. “It’s extraordinary,” says Dr. Steven Macaluso, a physiatrist and sports medicine … a very caring, thoughtful guy and a leader in all aspects.” Dr. Macaluso has worked with Ideson for years and has …
Study aiming to slow cognitive decline in older adults gets $1.5M
… older adults gets $1.5M April 20, 2023 Feature Image Led by Dr. Manuel Montero-Odasso and his team at Lawson Health … physical activity, stimulating cognitive training and addressing cardiovascular factors could delay or prevent the … for individuals at risk for developing dementia. Dr. Manuel Montero-Odasso “There are important risk factors …
DOCTALKS PODCAST Season 5
… The skin you're in: sun safety and skin cancer with Dr. Corey Moore Skin cancer is the most common form of … of the DocTalks Podcast, host Mandi Fields is joined by Dr. Corey Moore, Site Head of Otolaryngology-Head and Neck … Facial Plastic Surgery at St. Joseph’s Health Care London. Dr. Moore discusses the main causes of skin cancer, risk …
Champions of all that sets St. Joseph’s apart
… the 2023 recipients of the Sisters of St. Joseph Awards: Dr. Caitlin Cassidy , physiatrist, Transitional and Lifelong … been a total of 191 individual and team recipients – and hundreds of nominations. Individuals and teams are nominated by … nominated and to be a recipient is a distinguished honour. Dr. Caitlin Cassidy Dr. Caitlin Cassidy When Dr. Caitlin …
A unique way to give back
… after doing his business. The other kind of business. Dr. Michael Silverman, Medical Director of St. Joseph Health … immune response to tumours, explains Lawson scientist Dr. Michael Silverman, an infectious disease specialist who … about the results.” A relentless pursuit of results has driven Bays to success in his career. In 2009, he founded …
Specialized diabetes care may help prevent recurrent emergency department visits
… to prevent adverse outcomes and optimize health,” says Dr. Justin Yan, Associate Scientist at Lawson Health … a reduction in recurrent ED visits and hospitalizations.” Dr. Yan and his colleagues studied de-identified data from … multidisciplinary support to patients with diabetes” says Dr. Selina Liu, Associate Scientist at Lawson, …
London Hospitals introduce respiratory season Masking Guidelines
… time to update our masking requirements accordingly,” says Dr. Kevin Chan, Corporate Medical Executive at LHSC. … to creating a safe and healthy environment for all,” says Dr. Adam Dukelow, Vice President of Medical and Academic … control safety measures on an ongoing basis. Spokespeople: Dr. Kevin Chan, VP Medicine (CME), Research & Academics at …
St. Joseph’s launches Health Crisis Fund to support local COVID-19 research
… plans to move forward with clinical trials testing a drug that could potentially be used to prevent and treat … The initial clinical trials aim to study the use of hydroxychloroquine as a preventative medication and treatment for COVID-19. Led locally by Dr. Michael Silverman, Medical Director of St. Joseph’s …
MEDIA RELEASE: A sigh of relief
… or have reacted to the first vaccine dosing, explains Dr. Harold Kim, Medical Director of St. Joseph’s Allergy and … they can receive it in a normal vaccination clinic,” says Dr. Kim. At St. Joseph’s, patients receive the COVID-19 … full dose. Without the clinic’s cautious approach, says Dr. Kim, many patients would not be getting the vaccine due …
Endings, beginnings and the confidence to grow
… from St. Joseph’s Parkwood Institute to LHSC’s Children’s Hospital, we look back on the evolution of … population will now be located and delivered through Children’s Hospital at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) as … in the early 1980s. At the time, there was a need to address life-threatening mental and physical health conditions …
A lucky break
… even after a break occurs, explains endocrinologist Dr. Kristin Clemens. Fractures caused by this … Leda experienced – don’t get checked for the disease, adds Dr. Clemens. At St. Joseph’s, a partnership between … Program at St. Joseph’s Hospital, where endocrinologist Dr. Kristin Clemens is leading a fracture prevention program …