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A changing tide at the Lachine Hospital
June 27th, 2016 Articles After a series of changes, the work environment in the operating room at the Lachine Hospital has, once again, become pleasant and rewarding. From left to right, front row: Benoit Caron, nurse; Françoise Phaneuf, patient …
Researchers open new path of discovery in Parkinson’s disease
June 27th, 2016 Releases Researchers open new path of discovery in Parkinson’s disease Neuron cell death may be caused by overactive immune system A team of scientists led by Dr. Michel Desjardins from the University of Montreal and Dr. Heidi McBride …
An informed and dedicated team oversees a large inventory that's crucial to treating our patients
June 28th, 2016 From the simplest machines to the most complex, the huge inventory of biomedical equipment used by the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) includes an amazing variety of devices available to meet many needs at the MUHC. This could …
Daily dose of caffeine impairs recovery after noise-induced hearing loss
June 30th, 2016 Releases A new study by investigators at the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC) has discovered that daily consumption of caffeine can impair recovery after temporary hearing damage. The results are …
Why is communication between doctors and patients so appalling?
October 14th, 2016 Question : Why is communication between doctors and patients so appalling? We need to be able to make contact by email and / or phone. Receptionists/secretaries can deal with the phone/emails if needed. We just are wasting time …
I need to find my way to a clinic of the Glen site. Is there a map to help me find my way, and is parking available?
October 14th, 2016 Parking Question: I need to find my way to a clinic in Block D of the Glen site. Is there a map to help me find my way, and is parking available at this site? Answer: To find your way around the Glen site, click here to consult the map. …
My friend has a physical disability and the technicians did not want to transport his wheelchair. How he get home once he is discharged?
October 14th, 2016 Question: My friend has been admitted to the Royal-Victoria Hospital. He has a physical disability and uses a wheelchair. He was transported by ambulance to the hospital, and the technicians did not want to transport his wheelchair. I …
RI-MUHC researchers discover new path to stop the spread of cancer
October 18th, 2016 Releases Investigators from the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre (RI-MUHC), and the Institute of Cancer Research, London (UK), have discovered that some cancer cells can draw blood from existing mature blood …
Infection control is everybody's business
October 19th, 2016 Articles “Nosocomial infections are still a major issue and require continued attention,” says Sophie Baillargeon, MUHC interim associate director of Nursing (ADON) for Quality, Performance and Patient Engagement. “We know that proper …
October is Occupational Therapy Month
October 21st, 2016 Articles Did you know that October is Occupational Therapy Month? Our therapists take great pride in helping patients remain autonomous while performing the everyday tasks and activities that they hold close to their hearts. Carl Nadon, …