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‘Poop pill’ benefits may extend to treating kidney cancer, lung cancer and melanoma
… immunotherapy appears to prevent drug side effects in most patients who respond to treatment. These findings come from … undergoing treatment for kidney cancer. It involved 20 patients at the Verspeeten Family Cancer Centre at London … (LHSC). “To use FMT to reduce drug toxicity and improve patients’ quality of life while possibly enhancing their …
Have your say. How can St. Joseph’s become more senior friendly?
… and care for older adults. We welcome suggestions from patients, residents, caregivers and visitors that identify … and care for older adults. We welcome suggestions from patients, residents, caregivers and visitors that identify … and care for older adults. We welcome suggestions from patients, residents, caregivers and visitors that identify …
Transformed the breast biopsy experience
… biopsy technology to streamline the process for patients and technicians. In a newly published study in the … method may offer a more accurate and comfortable option for patients. The method uses a new form of mammography software … biopsy procedure more streamlined, accurate and easier for patients and technicians. CEM is a relatively new form of …
Protecting our community during respiratory season
… Diseases Care Program at St. Joseph’s. “Protecting our patients, residents, staff and community is paramount.” … partners, to help ensure staff, physicians, volunteers, patients, visitors and our community remain protected while … this fall and winter.” What This Means for You For patients/visitors: At St. Joseph’s, we recommend all …
Keeping warm this winter
… Sportswear and Heeman’s team up to help St. Joseph’s patients in the Mental Health Care Program with a large … to the Mental Health Care program. They were joined by patients and staff who were thankful for the generous … didn’t hesitate. 181 warm winter coats were donated to help patients this winter who come to the program with only the …
The gift of humanity: Occupational Therapy at St. Joseph's
… humanity that connects us to one another and to our patients.” Clark adds that while the OT profession is … what compels them and brings them meaning.” Even helping patients with simple self-care tasks, such as cooking and … the core principles Clark has worked to instill within his patients, as well as each and every one of the more than 100 …
Celebrating the small victories
… feel independent again. Thanks to generous donor support, patients have access to leading-edge equipment and … of the frontline care providers and clinical leaders who patients might meet on their journey to recovery: Connie … team because we all have the same goal of helping our patients reach their highest level of independence,” says …
St. Joseph’s leads innovative hernia repair using da Vinci Xi surgical robot
… procedure for hernia repair,” Elnahas says, noting that patients with complex hernias have experienced less pain, … and laparoscopic hernia procedures. Elna has found that patients undergoing robotic surgery benefit from similar … and faster return to work; particularly when compared with patients having open hernia repair surgery. Robotic tools …
Creating pharmacists of tomorrow
… critical role of pharmacists in providing wholistic care to patients. The intensive, one-year program is one of few in … rehabilitation, establishing trusting relationships with patients, and the integral role of pharmacists as a member … provides the pharmacy resident with insight into how patients with chronic conditions travel through the health …
Is your penicillin allergy real or an urban legend?
… and Immunology Program at St. Joseph’s Hospital, is helping patients and physicians determine if a penicillin allergy is … for penicillin allergy management for surgeons. Sometimes patients have a vague label of penicillin allergy that … and Immunology Program at St. Joseph’s Hospital, is helping patients and physicians determine if a penicillin allergy is …
Care teams in Mental Health Care programs
… impact of mental health on nutrition. They will work with patients and families to answer nutrition questions and plan … management, proactive interventions and treatments with patients and their families, while advocating for the unique … rights of those entrusted to their care. Nurses join with patients and families to support them in their journey …
OSI Clinic successfully transitions to virtual care
… physical closure of the Toronto Clinic was stressful for patients and staff, and we made quick changes,” reports Dr. … to virtual care using videoconference or phone calls. Some patients were not deemed clinically or logistically … it’s working well.” Providers must ease adaption “All of my patients transitioned to virtual care via video …
Celebrating Doctors’ Day in 2021
… and #ShineALightForThem. Every day, more than 340,000 patients across the province are treated and cared for by doctors. Ontario’s doctors work hard to ensure that patients are getting the care they need. Whether it’s in a … doctors make a positive difference in the lives of patients by providing the highest quality of care. A total …
A Lifetime of Impact
… develop new solutions. Those solutions are then studied in patients in the clinical research lab alongside Joy … have been revolutionary in treating elbow disorders. Now, patients are reporting excellent outcomes for, on average, … proud of your students. My ability to help others, help patients, is very fulfilling.” For King, the future of upper …
Putting the pieces back together
… equipment, the Rehabilitation Team is able to help patients like Maura Brisbane recover from their injuries. It … cognitive rehabilitation. The care team works closely with patients through all aspects of their recovery and … slow, long and frustrating. Part of the process is helping patients to adapt to living with their injury while …