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MUHC plastic surgery team: pushing boundaries in the name of our patients
January 20th, 2016 Every day, plastic surgeons at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) take on complex reconstructive cases, literally changing patients’ lives so they can face the world with confidence. Dr. Lucie Lessard, chief of MUHC Plastic …
Huge gains made in breast cancer treatment at the MUHC
October 30th, 2015 Releases Montreal – A new technology known as Intrabeam®, that provides intraoperative radiation therapy, is showing promising results in the treatment of breast cancer patients with low-risk recurrence at the Cedars Cancer Centre of …
Gender role more important than biological sex in predicting health outcomes after heart attack
February 1st, 2016 Releases Montreal – Sex (biologial and physiological characteristics) differences are increasingly being studied to assess symptoms, risk factors and outcomes for various diseases. Now, a new pan-Canadian study led by a team from the …
Face to face with...
February 2nd, 2016 Articles Jenna Berger, chief-resident in Cardiology, Montreal General Hospital of the MUHC “Throughout the years of med school I realized that it’s important to stay grounded and to know who you are and what makes you happy.” In a few …
Joint team work smooths transition from pediatric to adult care
December 7th, 2015 Articles At the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC), many of these young patients build strong ties with their pediatric healthcare teams. To ensure a successful transition from pediatric to adult care, they need plenty of time, …
Let's talk about sex... and cancer
February 3rd, 2016 It’s time to break the silence and discuss impact of cancer on sexuality, says MUHC specialist in Psychosocial Oncology “Intimacy is important; it goes beyond sexuality and makes people connect emotionally,” says Dr. Marc Hamel, …
You might have COPD if...
November 17th, 2015 …you have a history of exposure to risk factors for the disease. Smoking cigarettes or other forms of tobacco—or even passive smoking. Dusts and chemicals breathed in on the job. Smoke from wood or other biomass fuel used for cooking …
World COPD Day: It's not too late to get help
November 18th, 2015 Releases Today marks the fourteenth annual World COPD Day, which aims to raise awareness of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) worldwide. This year’s theme, “It’s not too late,” emphasizes the meaningful actions people can …
Pathology
Pathology Our department provides diagnostic services to 1.2 million patients from the McGill University Health Centre and LaSalle Hospital. Vision To be an international leader in pathology education and research, while providing the highest quality of …
History
History Established in 1892, the Department of Pathology at McGill University is one of most reputable academic pathology departments in North America. Many outstanding individuals have worked and studied in the department, including Sir William Osler, …