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Meet Denise Taylor, Otolaryngology Nurse, Head and Neck Surgery
… thyroid nodules as well as many others. Denise ensures all patients are well informed about the aftercare they will … for Denise varies from week to week. While the majority of patients are scheduled for their surgeries, some patients are transferred from St. Joseph’s Urgent Care …
St. Joseph’s adopts the latest in breast imaging technology
… in quicker, more accurate diagnosis of breast cancer for patients of St. Joseph’s Breast Care Program. The latest … process, which improves access to breast assessment for all patients. “We have been practicing the same way for 30 … it is.” Those considered for contrast mammography are patients who have had a screening mammogram that indicated …
Congratulations to the 2018 President's Awards for Leadership recipients
… Area, significantly reducing the travel time for many patients receiving treatment for operational stress … Suicide Team works tirelessly to engage staff as well as patients and families in this important initiative. … compassionate group goes above and beyond to support our patients. In 2016, the MLHU declared an outbreak of HIV …
Our history
… instantly at capacity. In the 1930s there were over 1700 patients. In the late 1800s almost all of the London Asylum for the Insane’s 900 patients were working in some capacity at the facility. Dr. … as treatment for those with mental illness, helping patients to focus on healthy activities. Regional Mental …
Our People: Meet Erin Macias, dietary aide, Parkwood Institute
… and delivers high-quality nutritious meals and beverages to patients and residents at Parkwood Institute. While working … prepare and deliver three meals a day to residents and patients at Parkwood Institute’s Mental Health Care Building … tasks may vary from day to day, but keeping residents and patients safe is a consistent part of her role and always …
Mental Health Care
… unique needs of every individual. Our care providers assist patients in their personal journey beyond the limitations of … a full and meaningful life. St. Joseph's works closely with patients and families to identify goals and learn what is … the community. Through intensive work with our care teams, patients are able to develop new skills needed to …
Cell Phone and Wireless Internet
… in prohibited areas of the hospital. For the safety of patients using medical devices, cellular phones and other … is pleased to offer free wireless (WiFi) access for all patients and visitors. How to connect: On your device, … in prohibited areas of the hospital. For the safety of patients using medical devices, cellular phones and other …
Ivey Eye Institute
… We share our knowledge and understanding with our patients, students, and colleagues. We carry out research to … we are visionary in the care we provide. Who we serve Patients come to the Ivey Eye Institute from as far east as … Research Clinical research at Ivey Eye Institute provides patients with access to cutting-edge clinical trials for a …
Volunteer Services
… reflected in many ways – from one-to-one visits to aiding patients and visitors with hospital information and … – we are grateful for the vital support they provide to our patients, residents and staff. You can make a difference … Offering her time, talents and a compassionate smile to patients and staff who visit the shop – she makes a …
Lung Diseases Program: Asthma Centre
… provides diagnosis, assessment, care and education for patients with asthma, aged 16 years and older living in … Southwestern Ontario. We offer a unique service for asthma patients including: Consultation by respirology and allergy … provides diagnosis, assessment, care and education for patients with asthma, aged 16 years and older living in …
Medical Imaging
… accept walk-ins for imaging, including general x-ray. All patients require a referral and an appointment to be seen. … your appointment. (The line is for the Urgent Care Centre patients.) For appointments on a weekend after 4pm, use … imaging online with PocketHealth We are proud to offer our patients the ability to access, store, and share their …
Surgery
… same day and short stay surgery. We also provide our patients with comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and … inpatient care. Our Pre-Surgical Screening Unit ensures patients are well-prepared for their operation. Our … with all medical conditions and their implications for patients and are leaders in ensuring safe surgery. They have …
Celebrating nurses across St. Joseph’s
… compassion, nurses make a difference in the lives of the patients and families who come to us for care. We … is as caring and supportive to other nurses as they are to patients, and is an advocate for patients and team members. - Lisa Magoffin, RN, Operating … compassion, nurses make a difference in the lives of the patients and families who come to us for care. We …
Falls Prevention and Injury Reduction
… our organization. Safety is everyone’s responsibility. As patients, caregivers and visitors to St. Joseph’s, you can … to reduce and prevent possible injuries to our residents, patients, staff, volunteers and visitors. Here’s how you can … everyone’s safety. Review the falls prevention brochure for patients and families for strategies to support falls …
The best person for the job – hands down
… knowledge of wound healing we know there is a better way.” Patients wearing cast for shorter period Starting with a controlled movement program, patients are benefiting from wearing a cast for only three … important so we can all share information that benefits patients.” At the request of the Education Committee of the …
Patient Safety and Infection Control
… Safety and Infection Control At St. Joseph’s ensuring our patients receive exceptional and safe patient care is at the … and fine-tuned to ensure the safety and well-being of our patients, personnel and visitors. This is achieved through … ensure that we provide the best quality healthcare to our patients. Hand hygiene Reducing infection is everyone’s …
In creative pursuit of recovery
… Creative Arts Program, which connects mental health inpatients with community artists from the London Artist in … opportunities for healing and recovery through the arts. Inpatients are encouraged to attend activities on a drop-in … “The Recovery through Creative Arts Program helps patients develop or strengthen coping strategies and …
Accessibility
… St. Joseph’s is also committed to ensuring that all patients have an equal opportunity to obtain, use, and … with disabilities Assistive devices St. Joseph’s requests patients bring with them assistive devices they use to carry … St. Joseph’s makes reasonable efforts to ensure that patients with disabilities can use their assistive devices …
Methicillin-Resistant Staphylococcus Aureus (MRSA)
… another helpful measure to ensure the care provided to our patients is even safer and is continually improving. St. … the rates calculated? [(# of new hospital-acquired cases in patients with laboratory confirmed MRSA Blood Stream … precautions to prevent spread of the infection to other patients. An infected patient may be moved to a new room and …
Our People: Meet Cy Hartland, Volunteer
… volunteer at St. Joseph’s for six years, he eagerly greets patients and visitors at the main information … Caregiver Advisory Council, where he advocates on behalf of patients and residents to bring positive changes to St. … may have a lot on their minds.” Personal touch Walking patients and visitors around the corridors of St. Joseph’s …