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Remote programming of implantable defibrillator at the MUHC - A first in Canada
April 29th, 2021 News New programming software eliminates the need for presence of second expert in operating room, thus reducing use of personal protective equipment (PPE) Montreal, April 29, 2021 –The McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) is the first …
Launch of vaccination for pregnant women
April 28th, 2021 News Vaccination for pregnant women will begin by appointment only on Wednesday, April 28 at our clinics at the Glen site and at the Montreal General Hospital. If you fall within this category, you can make an appointment today on Clic …
The Mental Health Mission: Overcoming the challenges of providing and receiving services during the pandemic
May 4th, 2021 News Articles Since the first day of the pandemic, the MUHC's Mental Health Mission has been one of the few to maintain its activities at the same pace as the previous year, and the credit goes in part to our patients. Maryse and her team …
Congratulations to MUHC resident Dr. Sheila Wang!
May 5th, 2021 Accolades On May 4, 2020, Dr. Sheila Wang received the Governor General’s Innovation Award for her leadership in the creation of an artificial intelligence-driven technology for monitoring wound care patients remotely. The technology is …
A captain to lead the MUHC during emergency situations
May 8th, 2021 News To mark National Emergency Preparedness Week, we are shining a light on Louise-Julie Brassard, coordinator of Emergency measures and security services at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC). It is her job to ensure the MUHC is …
Evaluation of meningitis risk in infants drives new RI-MUHC study
May 12th, 2021 News Research Results published in JAMA Network Open may change practice for young infants with fever SOURCE: RI-MUHC. Nearly 2 per cent of all term newborns will be brought to an emergency department (ED) for fever within their first …
Dialysis patients do not develop adequate antibodies with one dose of SARS-CoV-2 vaccine
May 12th, 2021 Releases Research News New research in CMAJ ( Canadian Medical Association Journal ) shows that most hemodialysis patients do not develop adequate antibodies after their first dose of SARS-CoV-2 vaccine. Source: CMAJ “We advise that the …
Dr. Bethany Foster appointed Chair, Department of Pediatrics, McGill University and Pediatrician-in-Chief, McGill University Health Centre
May 18th, 2021 Releases News We are delighted to announce the appointment of Dr. Bethany Foster to the positions of Chair of the Department of Pediatrics, Faculty of Medicine and Health Sciences, McGill University, and Pediatrician-in-Chief of the McGill …
When will I fully recover from surgery? New study highlights patients’ perspectives on postoperative recovery
May 21st, 2021 News Research Releases The meaning of recovery goes beyond traditional clinical parameters Montreal, ─ “How long will it take before I recover?” is the basic question patients ask when they learn they need abdominal surgery. The answer …
Monday, May 24 is a holiday at the McGill University Health Centre
May 21st, 2021 News Our offices, clinics and test centres will be closed. Only the temporary COVID-19 Testing Centre at the Glen site will remain open. Regular opening hours will resume on the following day. We are sorry for any inconvenience this may …