St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital

11/18/2025

Digital Health Week is a great reminder of how technology helps connect patient information, supports clinical communication, and improves care across hospitals and community partners. None of this happens on its own - it takes a skilled and dedicated Digital Health team, and we’re lucky to have one leading the way at STEGH.

Did you know?
• 89% of Canadians want electronic access to their health info
• 47% have already accessed it online (up from last year)
• 65% have had a prescription sent directly to their pharmacy
• 41% have received electronic confirmation of a specialist referral

11/17/2025

Mark your calendars! Our amazing Auxiliary team is bringing a Holiday Market to STEGH on December 3 from 4-8 PM. Bring your friends and family, browse a great mix of local vendors, and check a few gifts off your list.

Donations for the St. Thomas-Elgin Food Bank will be gladly accepted. Come enjoy the holiday spirit and support a great cause! Free parking provided. STEGH Gift Box

11/17/2025

Attention med students in St. Thomas and Elgin County! The deadline to submit an application for the St. Thomas-Elgin County Health Recruitment Partnership Scholarship is this Friday.

Future doctors, we want to support YOU! 🩺

Medical students from St. Thomas & Elgin County can apply now for the Health Recruitment Partnership Scholarship.

💰 $1000/year (renewable up to 5 years)
📅 Deadline: Nov 21, 2025 at 4:30 p.m.
🔗 Apply today: https://www.stthomas.ca/living_here/hrp

Elgin County

11/17/2025

It’s Antimicrobial Awareness Week! This week is a reminder that antibiotics are powerful medicines - and we all have a part to play in making sure they stay effective. When antibiotics are used too often or when they aren’t needed, bacteria can become resistant, making infections harder to treat.

You can help by taking antibiotics only when prescribed, using them exactly as directed, and never sharing leftover medication. These small steps protect your health and help keep antibiotics working for everyone.

Together, we can slow the spread of antimicrobial resistance and keep these life-saving drugs effective for years to come.

11/14/2025

Today, we proudly recognize the incredible contributions of our Emergency Department Assistants (EDAs) - the unsung heroes who help keep our Emergency Department running smoothly every single day. EDAs play a vital role in patient care and departmental operations. From maintaining a clean and organized environment, restocking essential supplies, and supporting equipment maintenance, to safely transporting patients and specimens - they ensure everything flows seamlessly in our fast-paced ED setting. Their specialized training and dedication make a real difference, helping create a safe, responsive, and effective environment for both patients and staff. To our amazing EDAs - thank you for your hard work, compassion, and commitment. You are truly appreciated!

11/13/2025

Today is World Kindness Day, and it’s a great chance to spread a little positivity in our community. Small gestures can make someone’s day - a friendly hello, a quick check-in, holding a door, or thanking someone who’s helped you.

If you’re looking for ideas or just want a little inspiration, the Random Acts of Kindness Foundation has plenty of stories and suggestions: https://www.randomactsofkindness.org

Let’s make kindness a daily habit, St. Thomas and Elgin County.

11/12/2025

Our Integrated Stroke Unit provides specialized care and rehabilitation for patients recovering from stroke - combining teamwork, compassion, and expertise every step of the way.

From therapy spaces and patient rooms to the stroke gym and Independent Living Suite, every part of the unit is designed to support recovery and independence. Take a look inside with our photo tour: https://www.stegh.on.ca/hospital-services/integrated-stroke-unit/photo-tour/

11/12/2025

November is Fall Prevention Month. Did you know that falls are the most common reason for a hospital or emergency visit in Canada? The good news is that most falls can be prevented.
Simple steps like staying active, checking your vision, reviewing your medications, and keeping your home free of hazards can make a big difference.

At St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, we have several initiatives in place to help prevent falls and keep our patients safe - because every step matters. Learn more: https://www.stegh.on.ca/patients-visitors/patient-handbook/for-your-safety/helping-you-to-prevent-falls/ Fall Prevention Month

11/11/2025

This Remembrance Day, we take time to reflect on the courage and selflessness of those who have served - and continue to serve - in times of war, conflict, and peace. Their sacrifices have shaped our country and the freedoms we cherish today.

At St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital, we honour our veterans and their families with deep gratitude. Their strength, compassion, and commitment continue to inspire us in the work we do each day.

At 11:00 a.m., we will pause for two minutes of silence to remember, reflect, and give thanks. Lest we forget.

11/10/2025

Happy International Accounting Day! Today we recognize the vital role accountants and financial professionals play in building trust, transparency, and financial stability around the world.

At STEGH, we’re celebrating our incredible Finance & Decision Support teams - including our Financial Analysts, Health Information Analysts, and Accounts Receivable and Payable teams. Your expertise keeps our organization strong and focused on what matters most - patient care. Thank you for all that you do!

11/10/2025

This week, we celebrate our nursing professionals in the Operating Room, Outpatient Surgery, and Post-Anesthesia Care Unit. Perioperative nurses provide dynamic care in a complex environment that requires extensive knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiological changes during surgery and surgical instrumentation. The perioperative nursing team supports our patients throughout their operative journey while providing safe, age-appropriate, ethical and culturally sensitive care. Thank you to our perioperative nursing team!

11/05/2025

Check out these upcoming pop-up screening clinics...

Hey Elgin County,
We're running pop-up cancer screening clinics at Elgin Community Health Hub.

This is available to all residents of Elgin County whether or not you have a family doctor or nurse practitioner.

The clinics will each offer the following services:

◼️Cervical Cancer Screening: Onsite testing
◼️Colorectal Cancer Screening: Information and requisitions
◼️Breast Cancer Screening: Information and requisitions

Clinic Dates:

🗓️ November 18, 2025
🗓️ December 17, 2025

Call to book: 519-473-0530 extension 2258

Learn more: https://thamesvalleyfht.ca/elgin-ipct/pop-up-cancer-screening-clinics

Elgin Ontario Health Team