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2011 Director General's Awards
November 16th, 2011 On Saturday November 12, the McGill University Health Centre honoured the exceptional contributions of ten individuals and one team at its 2011 Director General’s Awards Gala. We acknowledge their drive and determination, their …
Technologists - an essential part of the health care system
November 28th, 2011 Medical Imaging and imaging related procedures are an integral part of diagnostic health care today. Whether doctors need X-rays, ultrasounds, CT scans, angiography or MRI to make a clinical diagnosis, the technologists are there to …
Transforming Care at the Bedside (TCAB)
November 30th, 2011 The MUHC has just begun its second year of Transforming Care at the Bedside (TCAB). This initiative, led by Patty O’Connor and the MUHC Nursing Department, is about increasing the time nurses and other professionals spend with patients …
Dr. Kate Lorig, founder of the Stanford Chronic Disease Self-management program (My Toolbox)
November 30th, 2011 Kate Lorig, R.N., Dr.P.H. Professor, Department of Medicine Director, Patient Education Research Center Stanford University The founder of the Stanford University Chronic Disease Self-management program known locally as My Toolbox, …
Prestigious Pearl Meister Greengard Prize awarded to pioneering memory researcher Brenda Milner
December 2nd, 2011 $100,000 prize honors female scientists who have made extraordinary contributions to biomedical science Dr. Brenda Milner, a pioneer in the field of cognitive neuroscience whose discoveries revolutionized the understanding of memory, is …
People are our strength
December 7th, 2011 This annual report introduces some of the many exceptional people whose dedication and hard work are helping patients and their families across Montreal, and Quebec. Each person at the MUHC helps us to deliver the best care to our …
Lights of Hope Gala
November 15th, 2011 About 500 guests wined, dined and danced at the 7 th annual Lights of Hope Gala on November 12 in support of the McGill University Health Centre’s Division of Endocrinology and Metabolism. The event raised more than $200,000, which …
A Christmas to remember
December 23rd, 2011 On Christmas Day 2010, the Aunos family didn’t spend time unwrapping presents or eating a golden brown turkey, they spent the day in the emergency room at The Montreal Children’s Hospital. Four-month old Thomas had a high fever. …
Student Training and Education Program (STEP)
Student Training and Education Program (STEP) The Student Training and Education Program (STEP) is designed for students interested in a career in health care or who would like to volunteer and learn about working in a hospital. STEP is a great way to …
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Can I get an application form online? Visit the Steps to apply section here. Can I also pick up an application form for my friend/child? We need to be able to speak to the potential volunteer directly, to make sure they are …