MUHC in the Media - August 17, 2026

In 2023, Sarah-Lily Faucher turned to the MUHC for gender-affirming voice care. She underwent voice feminization surgery performed by Dr. Karen Kost, an otolaryngologist and pioneer in the field. Dr. Kost is one of a small number of otolaryngologists in Canada who perform gender-affirming voice surgery. She works closely with speech-language pathologist Maia Masuda and the MUHC’s multidisciplinary team to support patients before and after surgery. Globe and Mail

Eva Radwanli was riding down Berri Street in mid-July when she lost control of her e-bike. She was not wearing a helmet. When she arrived at the emergency department at the Montreal General Hospital, Eva was in critical condition, with a severe traumatic brain injury, just steps away from death. Thanks to the trauma team’s rapid response and expertise, she was stabilized and able to begin the long road to recovery. Today, neurosurgeon Dr. Judith Marcoux is sounding the alarm. “A helmet won’t prevent an accident, but it can make all the difference between life and death. Unfortunately, we still see far too many people who aren’t wearing one,” the specialist warns. La Presse

Last fall, Dr. Laura Horowitz, a nephrologist at the MUHC, saw her life change dramatically in less than 48 hours. Guillain-Barré syndrome (GBS), a rare and unpredictable autoimmune disorder, left her paralyzed for several weeks. Hospitalized at The Neuro under the care of neurologist Dr. Rami Massie and thanks to her determination, she gradually regained her health over the following months. “I gained an even deeper understanding of the importance of every member of a medical team, starting with the patient care attendants and nurses at The Neuro, who were truly an incredible source of support for me.” Watch this very inspiring story, which aired on CityNews.

Over the past three years, the use of electric scooters has increased significantly throughout Quebec. According to data from the Canadian Hospitals Injury Reporting and Prevention Program (CHIRPP), the Montreal Children’s Hospital (MCH) Trauma Centre treated approximately 80 children and adolescents last year for injuries including head injuries, abdominal injuries, facial injuries, dental injuries, fractures, lacerations and sprains. As of August 2026, it has already treated more than 80 children. Interviews with Liane Fransblow, Trauma Coordinator of the MCH, Injury Prevention Program, Debbie Friedman, Trauma Director and CHIRPP Director at the MCH and Dr. Laurie Plotnick, pediatric emergency medicine and emergency department trauma medical head. CTV News, Journal de Montréal, Radio-Canada, CJAD 800, CBC

Everyone knows that the transition from adolescence to adulthood can be challenging. To help young people navigate this important milestone, the Montreal Children’s Hospital (MCH) offers a two-week program called The Apprenticeship Program, for teenagers aged 14 to 18. The program is now in its second year. It is free and open to young people from across the community, with a special focus on teens who have faced challenges related to health, disability or interruptions in their education. Interviews with Dr. Gabriel Kuper, a resident in plastic and reconstructive surgery, and Elisa Nguyen, an occupational therapist at the MCH. City News

Considering the alarming rise in suicidal thoughts among children under 14, Dr. Cécile Rousseau, a child psychiatrist at the Montreal Children’s Hospital, emphasizes the importance of discussing the subject with your child in an honest and empathetic way, rather than avoiding it. 98,5 FM

U.S. President Donald Trump is continuing his campaign against vaccines. He has signed an executive order that, among other things, calls for reducing the number of vaccines routinely recommended for children and spacing out their administration. This decision has raised concerns among several public health experts. Interview with Dr. Jesse Papenburg, pediatrician, infectious disease specialist, and microbiologist at the Montreal Children’s Hospital. Radio-Canada