Canada East Spine Centre

01/06/2026

The Canada East Spine Centre is proud to celebrate our Research Assistant, Janet Debly’s incredible academic achievement following the defence of her Master of Science thesis. Janet completed her graduate studies at UNB Saint John with the Natural Product Research Group under the supervision of Dr. Christopher Gray. Her research explored natural products from endophytic fungi where she isolated three compounds and characterized them using multiple chemical and visualization techniques. Janet’s work demonstrates not only scientific expertise, but also her dedication and persistence required to contribute meaningful knowledge to the field.

Congratulations on this well earned milestone! We are excited to see how you continue to apply your knowledge and make an impact in your future research and professional endeavours! 🎓

01/05/2026

Kicking off the New Year by celebrating the Canada East Spine Centre December Volunteer of the Month, Mawadda Khanes!

As we step into a new year, we want to take a moment to recognize and thank our December Volunteer of the Month for her dedication and commitment to our research. Mawadda's time and effort truly make a difference, and we are so grateful to have her as part of our volunteer team.

Thank you for helping us end the year on such a positive note, and we’re excited for what’s ahead in 2026!

12/21/2025

12/18/2025

We’re continuing to count down to our December 17th abstract presentation session, moderated by Kate Dagg, BScN, MScN. Today, last but not least, we’re thrilled to introduce our fourth and final guest speaker and presentation.

Meet Dana El-Mughayyar, MSc, CCRP!
Dana will be presenting “Evaluating Nursing Perspectives on the Implementation of a Multidisciplinary Cardiogenic Shock Program Team in a Canadian Heart Centre”.

Make sure to tune in and learn more about the impact of this exciting presentation!

👉 Register today to secure your spot!

Date: December 17, 2025
Time (coast to coast): 4-5 PM PST or 6-7 PM CST or 7-8 PM EST or 8-9 PM AST
Location: Zoom Webinar
Cost: Free
To Register Email kathryn@cccn.ca

What will you gain from attending?
• Expanded education through knowledge sharing
• A chance to celebrate the work of Canadian cardiovascular nurses
• Inspiration and encouragement for future abstract submissions

To learn more please visit our website: https://cccn.ca/events/2025-cccn-spring-conference-abstract-presentations-2025-12-17

👉 Stay connected as we reveal more of our featured guest speakers leading up to this event!

12/17/2025

So proud to contribute to this research!

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12/14/2025

✨Celebrating Youth Making a Real Difference ✨

We’re thrilled to share a truly inspiring story from Rothesay Netherwood School. Through the 2024 Youth and Philanthropy Initiative (YPI) Canada, students were invited to choose a charity they felt passionate about — and one of those presentations, delivered by Kian Mokhtari, selected the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation.

As part of the program, Kian researched our mission, explored the impact of our work, and thoughtfully presented to a panel about why supporting health care in our region matters. His passion, understanding, and commitment shone through — and his presentation won.

Because of his hard work, the Foundation received a $5,000 grant, which Kian chose to direct toward our Working Wonders Campaign for Surgical Excellence, supporting the Hybrid Operating Room and Spinal Robotics Program.

This gift represents so much more than funding — it symbolizes a young leader stepping forward, using his voice and talents to strengthen care for families across New Brunswick.

To Kian, and to the RNS community that fosters this kind of leadership: thank you. Your compassion and initiative are helping move health care forward in a meaningful way. We are incredibly grateful.

12/12/2025

Canada East Foot & Ankle are thankful to collaborate with clinical staff who make this work possible!

We would especially like to recognize the work of employee and current Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick (DMNB) student Ore Alugo for her contributions to the research protocol and methodology!

We are incredibly grateful for everyone’s dedication, collaboration, and commitment to advancing surgical excellence.

12/12/2025

Congratulations to these future NB doctors!

Congratulations to our Medical Education Bursary recipients: Matt Douglas and Dustin McKee! 🩺

The Medical Education Bursary is available to residents from the Saint John Region enrolled in a program of study leading to a degree as a medical doctor. The program must be completed at Dalhousie Medicine New Brunswick—Saint John Campus, and the applicant must declare an interest in family medicine.

Recipients of the Medical Education Bursary agree to a one-year return-to-service agreement for each year of support they receive. This bursary helps retain doctors in the Saint John Region, while providing support to students.

Well done, Matt and Dustin! ➡️

12/06/2025

The Canada East Spine Centre is so happy to be a part of the Saint John Regional Hospital Foundation Working Wonders Campaign for Surgical Excellence!

We are proud to support initiatives that strengthen surgical innovation and improve care for patients across our region. Together with our hospital partners and community supporters, we’re helping build a brighter future for surgical excellence in New Brunswick.

12/06/2025

Breast cancer affects Indigenous women at higher rates, who often face later diagnoses and greater barriers to care. Recognizing this, Horizon’s Cancer and Renal Care Program, in partnership with Diagnostic Imaging and St. Mary’s First Nation (SMFN), set out in October to create a safer, more accessible path to breast health and screening.

The month began at the Maqiyahtimok Centre, where community members came together for an education day that combined learning and wellness. Breast-health presentations, open conversation, pumpkin painting, massages, and sound-bowl healing created both a supportive and culturally grounded experience.

Later in the month, SMFN women received dedicated mammogram appointments with transportation and support provided. Twenty participants were screened, with many more booked for future appointments. Participants shared that they felt more empowered to take charge of their health, and several said they wouldn’t have accessed screening without this initiative.

This collaboration shows what’s possible when we work together to remove barriers and provide care that respects the needs and cultures of our communities. With continued support, we aim to expand this approach to other First Nations communities and further advance equity and excellence in cancer care.

12/06/2025