Kingston Health Sciences Centre

Home
Canada
Kingston, ON
Kingston Health Sciences Centre

Top care, research & teaching hospitals. This is the place that’s transforming care, together.

Kingston Health Sciences Centre is a community of people dedicated to transforming the patient and family experience through innovative and collaborative approaches to care, knowledge and leadership. As southeastern Ontario's leading centre for complex-acute and specialty care, and home to the Cancer Centre of Southeastern Ontario, KHSC serves almost 500,000 people through its Kingston facilities and regional affiliate and satellite sites. Fully affiliated with Queen's University, KHSC is a research and teaching hospital which is home to 2,400 health-care students and 175 health researchers. KGH was ranked in 2011 as one of Canada's Top 40 Research Hospitals by Research Infosource. To learn more, visit www.kgh.on.ca or join the conversation at www.kghconnect.ca

$🦴 What if a routine X-ray could help prevent a serious fracture?At KHSC, a new AI tool called Rho is doing exactly that....$

04/09/2026

🦴 What if a routine X-ray could help prevent a serious fracture?

At KHSC, a new AI tool called Rho is doing exactly that.

Rho analyzes standard X-rays in patients aged 50+ to spot signs of low bone density—something that’s often invisible to the human eye. That means more people at risk of osteoporosis can be identified earlier and get the care they need before a fracture happens.

This matters because osteoporosis is often difficult to diagnose before a fracture occurs, but early treatment can prevent pain, complications, and hospital stays.

By turning everyday imaging into an opportunity for early detection, KHSC is helping patients stay healthier, longer.

This innovation—funded through the University Hospitals Kingston Foundation—could help thousands of patients get ahead of osteoporosis.

Learn more: https://www.kingstonhsc.ca/news/ai-tool-transform-early-osteoporosis-detection-unveiled-khsc

04/08/2026

Kingston Health Sciences Centre is now accepting applications from high school, post-secondary and graduate students interested in volunteering, offering opportunities to gain hands-on experience while supporting patient care.

The volunteer program is seeking students who can make a year-round commitment. The intake process can take approximately one to two months, and applications will be reviewed based on the needs of the hospital, availability and fit.

Read more here: https://kingstonhsc.ca/news/student-volunteer-recruitment-underway-khsc

04/07/2026

Accessing care after sexual violence or intimate partner violence should feel safe and centred around you.

At Kingston Health Sciences Centre, the Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence (SADV) team is making that possible by offering 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗲𝗲 𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲, so individuals can choose what feels right for them:

✅ Go to the Emergency Department for urgent or time-sensitive care
✅ Call the SADV nurse on-call to talk through options and get guidance
✅ Book an outpatient clinic appointment for follow-up care, counselling, or support

Importantly, 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗱𝗼𝗻’𝘁 𝗻𝗲𝗲𝗱 𝗮 𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗹. 𝗦𝗲𝗹𝗳-𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗹𝘀 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗹𝘄𝗮𝘆𝘀 𝘄𝗲𝗹𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗲.

The team has also reimagined the care environment itself. Patients are supported in private, secure spaces designed to feel calm and respectful, with comfortable furniture, natural light, artwork, and soothing colours. We understand that healing starts with feeling safe.

Care is available 24/7 from specially trained professionals who meet people where they are, offering compassionate, trauma-informed support every step of the way.

No matter when you’re ready, you are not alone, and there are options that put your needs first.

03/30/2026

For nearly eight years, Lori has been a welcoming presence in the KHSC gift shop, offering comfort, connection and a friendly face to patients and families.

Inspired to give back after supporting her own family, she now helps others through both joyful and difficult moments - all while supporting patient care, as gift shop proceeds go back into the hospital.

Looking to make a difference? Consider volunteering!

Read more here: https://kingstonhsc.ca/news/people-khsc-lori-martins

03/27/2026

𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 𝐫𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐬 𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬 🇨🇦 🇺🇸

Yesterday in Kingston, leaders from health care, research, academia and industry came together for the Kingston-Syracuse Pathway conference — a cross-border partnership focused on advancing life sciences innovation and shaping the future of health care in our region. The goal is to move health innovation beyond local impact and work together to make a difference on a global scale.

This growing collaboration between KHSC, Queen's University, Providence Care, SUNY - The State University of New York Upstate Medical University, the Central New York Biotech Accelerator, Invest Kingston and CenterState CEO — along with regional and industry partners — is helping speed up research, strengthen clinical partnerships and bring new health innovations closer to patients in southeastern Ontario and Central New York.

KHSC was proud to have several expert voices take part in the conversation:

- Dr. David Pichora spoke about the future of health care in southeastern Ontario and the vision for a new hospital site in Kingston’s west-end.

- Dr. Glykeria Martou and Dr. Doris Jabs highlighted KHSC’s work to improve care and the patient experience for people living with breast cancer.

- Dr. Prameet Sheth shared how genomics and precision medicine are helping shape the future of care at KHSC.

Partnerships like the Kingston-Syracuse Pathway are turning research and innovation into real-world solutions — improving access to advanced care and delivering better outcomes for patients across our region.

03/26/2026

🏒 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐥𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬 🥅

The Kidd 2 Intensive Care Unit skated away with bragging rights in the first-ever Battle of the Wards Cup, holding off a late-game push from the Kidd 7 Neurology team — who scored a clutch late goal — in a fast-paced and friendly showdown on the ice.

With more than 30 KHSC staff members hitting the ice — including doctors, RNs, RTs, NCEs, PCAs and unit clerks — the game was all about teamwork, morale and building connections beyond the hospital walls.

Stellar goaltending by the ICU’s Maya Seymour (new graduate RN) and a strong offensive effort led by Kidd 7’s Jeff McCue (charge nurse) kept fans on the edge of their seats in front of a big crowd of cheering colleagues and friends.

Born from an idea at Nursing Practice Council, the Battle of the Wards Cup is already proving to be a winning way to bring teams together, strengthen relationships and celebrate the spirit of collaboration that defines KHSC.

“Kidd 2 has always had a great respect for Kidd 7, and vice versa,” says ICU nurse Jordan Knight. “With Neurocritical Care becoming a growing area of focus for KHSC, we wanted to create a sense of teamwork between our two units. We work together well inside the hospital and wanted a chance to continue team building outside of the workplace."

Here’s to many more games, great saves, and friendly rivalries ahead! 👏

03/25/2026

It takes a full team to keep patients safe, and at KHSC, that team is a big one! More than 40 pharmacists, 50+ pharmacy technicians, 3 pharmacy residents, and 4 drug access coordinators work behind the scenes every day to support care across our hospital and beyond.

From preparing and dispensing medications to supporting clinical decisions and research, our pharmacy teams are involved in roughly 50,000 medication orders each week. Their work helps make sure every patient gets the right medication, at the right time, in the safest way possible.

Whether it’s on the units, in the dispensary, or supporting care teams across the region, their impact is felt in every corner of the hospital.

Join us in recognizing the essential role our pharmacy team plays in patient care this month and every month. 💊

03/24/2026

𝐃𝐞𝐛𝐮𝐧𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐰𝐞 𝐤𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐡𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐡𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐮𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐦𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐬

Researchers at Kingston Health Sciences Centre and Queen's University are using one of Canada’s most unique research spaces to debunk long-standing assumptions about how the human body works.

Inside the Skeletal Observation Laboratory (SOL), located at KHSC’s Hotel Dieu Hospital site, advanced biplanar X-ray technology is allowing researchers to see bones and joints move in real time, unlocking new information about the shoulder.

The lab is one of only two like it in Canada. By bringing together engineers, researchers, imaging experts, and surgeons from KHSC and Smith Engineering at Queen's University the team hopes this information could one day help improve rehabilitation therapy, prevent injuries, and design more effective surgeries.

This collaboration between hospital and university is an example of how Kingston is playing a leading role in advancing our understanding of the human body and is helping shape future treatments, ensuring patients benefit directly from our discoveries.

Queen's University Health Sciences

03/19/2026

🚀 𝐁𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐜𝐥𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐭𝐨 𝐡𝐨𝐦𝐞: 𝟏,𝟎𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐄𝐓-𝐂𝐓 𝐬𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

KHSC has completed its 1,000th PET-CT scan—reaching its first-year target more than a month ahead of schedule.

This isn’t just a number. It’s impact.

Before launching southeastern Ontario’s only PET-CT program, hundreds of patients had to travel to cities like Ottawa and Toronto for this critical imaging. Today, they’re accessing state-of-the-art care closer to home.

PET-CT imaging helps care teams:

✔️ Detect disease earlier
✔️ Plan treatments more precisely
✔️ Monitor progress with greater accuracy

In just 11 months, this program has:

✔️ Reduced travel and stress for patients and families
✔️ Improved access to advanced diagnostics
✔️ Supported faster, more informed care decisions

"Thank you to our outstanding team of booking clerks, technologists, and physicians on surpassing 1,000 PET-CT patients, an extraordinary milestone that reflects our dedication, teamwork, and commitment to excellence,” says Dr. Omar Islam, Head of Radiology at KHSC and Queen’s University.

03/18/2026

For Paola Hunter, nutrition isn’t just about food — it’s about helping patients keep their strength during some of the hardest moments of their lives.

As a dietitian in KHSC’s oncology program, she works closely with patients and families as they navigate cancer treatment. From supporting children in clinic to helping patients through stem cell transplants, her role is focused on one thing: making sure patients are getting the nutrition they need to keep going.

“A lot of people think a dietitian is going to tell them what they can’t eat, but in reality, it’s about making sure they're getting nutrition to support their treatment.”

When treatment makes eating difficult, even small wins matter. Whether it’s finding foods patients can tolerate or helping them maintain their strength, Paola meets patients where they are, with compassion, flexibility and a deep understanding of what they’re going through.

As we mark Nutrition Month, learn more about Paola’s role and the impact dietitians have in cancer care.

03/08/2026

💜 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆! 💜

Do you know who the women of are? They’re 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀. 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘀. 𝗖𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀. 𝗧𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗹𝗯𝗹𝗮𝘇𝗲𝗿𝘀.

Basically… 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗼𝗻 𝗳𝗶𝗿𝗲 🔥.

Swipe 👉 to see for yourself.

✨ Every day, they perform life-saving surgeries, lead complex care teams and advance groundbreaking research.

✨ Across our sites, they run labs, coordinate care, support patients and families, and drive excellence in imaging, pharmacy and beyond.

✨ Behind the scenes, you’ll find them preparing meals with heart, keeping spaces safe and spotless, transporting patients, supporting units, and making sure every detail is covered.

They show up with strength, lead with compassion and lift each other up, while inspiring the next generation of girls and young women.

𝗛𝗲𝗿𝗲’𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗮𝗹𝗹 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗯𝗼𝗹𝗱 𝘄𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻 𝗯𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗯𝗮𝗿𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗯𝘂𝗶𝗹𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗳𝘂𝘁𝘂𝗿𝗲𝘀 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝗱𝗲𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗵𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲 – today and tomorrow 👏.

💖 Join us in celebrating the incredible women who light up health care every day 🔥.

03/05/2026

A shared commitment to giving back is at the heart of one Kingston family’s story.

For more than 20 years, Judy Strahan has been welcoming patients and visitors at the information desk at Kingston Health Sciences Centre, while her daughter Chelsea Reynolds now serves as president of the KGH Auxiliary. Together, their volunteer journey shows how the spirit of helping others can span generations - strengthening family bonds while making a difference for patients, families and staff.

From offering directions to sharing a smile, their story is a reminder that even small moments of kindness can mean a lot.

Read how their shared legacy of volunteering continues to shape their lives and support the hospital community: https://kingstonhsc.ca/news/people-khsc-judy-strahan-and-chelsea-reynolds

Address

76 Stuart Street
Kingston, ON
K7L2V7

Website

http://www.KingstonHSC.ca/

Alerts

Be the first to know and let us send you an email when Kingston Health Sciences Centre posts news and promotions. Your email address will not be used for any other purpose, and you can unsubscribe at any time.

Contact The Practice

Send a message to Kingston Health Sciences Centre:

Shortcuts

Want your practice to be the top-listed Clinic in Kingston?