MUHC in the Media - May 5, 2025
Reimagining surgery: The Institute unveils SuPER, a leading surgical robotics and AI research centre
The inauguration of the Surgical Performance Enhancement and Robotics Centre (SuPER) at the Montreal General Hospital on April 30 was a big collaborative success. News reports featured Prof. Amir Hooshiar, Dr. Liane Feldman, Dr. Ahmed Aoude, Dr. Greg Berry, Amir Sayadi and Stephanie Ridell, from the MGH Foundation. News, CityNews, The Montreal Gazette, La Presse, Noovo Info, Le Journal de Montréal, CBC News
Big strides in type 1 diabetes research
As this story illustrates, dedication to our patients at the MUHC also means advancing science and providing them with innovative and promising experimental therapies! Congratulations to Dr. Steven Paraskevas for his outstanding efforts and leadership in the field of islet cell transplantation, and to Dr. Sara Meltzer, endocrinologist at the MUHC and co-investigator on the trial. CTV News
Skin cancer: study shows need to improve sun protection behaviour in Canada
Dr. Ivan Litvinov, a dermatologist at the MUHC and a scientist at The Institute, is the senior author of a study recently published in BMJ Public Health that describes alarming trends in UV exposure and sun-protective behaviours across Canada and highlights significant demographic and socio-economic disparities. He discussed some of the findings with CityNews.
From the past to the future: history of pediatric otolaryngology in Montreal
Dr. Melvin Schloss, one of the pioneers of pediatric otolaryngology in North America, and one of the first to develop and practice this specialty in the province of Quebec at the Montreal Children's Hospital, gave an interview to Global News in the context of the 2025 Annual Meeting of the American Society of Pediatric Otolaryngology, which left the United States for the first time in its history and was held in Montreal last week.
Hypnosis as an alternative to general anesthesia
Hypnosis can reduce pain and anxiety during certain medical procedures without having to resort to general anesthesia, which causes many side effects, says Vicky Fortin, Medical Imaging Technologist at the Montreal Children's Hospital. Montreal Gazette, 98.5 FM
What can be done about baldness?
Dr. Elena Netchiporouk, a dermatologist at the MUHC and researcher at The Institute, discusses hair transplants and medical treatments for baldness in a series of articles on the subject. La Presse
Little girl seeks kidney
A little patient at the Montreal Children's Hospital is in urgent need of a kidney. Dr. Indra Gupta, pediatric nephrologist at the Montreal Children's Hospital, explains her condition. CBC
The importance of helmets while riding a bicycle
With the arrival of warmer weather, many cyclists have taken their bikes out for a pleasant ride. But cyclists must not forget to wear a helmet, which protects them from injuries that could affect them for the rest of their lives, says Liane Fransblow, Trauma Coordinator at the Montreal Children's Hospital. CTV News
Are adults addicted to screens?
Many adults may struggle to manage their screen time, sometimes even developing a genuine dependence on their smartphones. This unhealthy relationship with digital devices can have significant consequences on the quality of interpersonal relationships, affecting social, family, and romantic life. To gain a better understanding of these issues and hear expert advice, tune in to the segment by Jennifer Russell, psychologist and Chief of the Psychology Department at the MUHC (adult sites), broadcast on CJAD.
Jennifer Russell also gave an interview for Mental Health Week, which runs from May 5 to 11 and has the theme “Unmasking Mental Health, on how to help others, as well as yourself, overcome stigma and reach out for help. CBC