Humber River Health, 1235 Wilson Avenue, Toronto, ON (2025)

09/10/2025

Yesterday, we held our first "Fireside Chat to Unpause the Pause on Women's Health." We were thrilled to welcome Dr. Bruce Lee, Inventor of the Acessa® Fibroid Procedure, Dr. André LaRoche, our Chief of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and Dr. Lesley Hawkins, one of our OB/GYNs and Moderator, to share their time, knowledge and expertise with us, showcasing the innovation behind Acessa® ProVu - a minimally invasive way to treat fibroids.

Thank you to our exhibit vendors: Hologic, the Women's Health Coalition - Ontario Chapter, Humber River Health Foundation, and the Humber River Health Breast Health Centre, for participating and sharing your resources with us! Special thank you to Hologic for sponsoring our meaningful event.

At Humber, we are a leading example of turning bold visions into life-changing realities, helping women feel empowered and understand the care options available to them. We're committed to carrying this momentum forward as we continue to share knowledge and champion equity in women’s health.

09/10/2025

On average, about 4500 people die by su***de every year, which is why, at Humber, mental health and additions is a key priority. We’re here for you and we’re here to help. ***dePreventionDay

The 9-8-8: Su***de Crisis Helpline also offers 24/7/365, trauma-informed and culturally appropriate su***de prevention crisis support in English and French by phone and text for everyone living in Canada. Learn more: https://www.hrh.ca/2023/12/15/canada-launches-9-8-8-su***de-crisis-helpline-for-immediate-support/

09/09/2025

During International Environmental Services (EVS) and Portering Week, we’re proud to recognize our Housekeeping Team.

Each year, they disinfect over 1.5 million square feet, helping ensure a safe, clean environment for patients, staff, and visitors.

According to our 2024 CIHI Patient Experience Survey, patients rated our cleanliness at 81%, higher than both the provincial and national averages. Thank you to our EVS team for your essential role in keeping our Hospital clean, safe, and running smoothly.

09/08/2025

Join us on Saturday, October 25 from 7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. for a conference dedicated to comprehensive obesity management where we will explore medical, surgical, nutritional and psychological approaches. This event aims to address the multifaceted nature of obesity across diverse populations and its associated conditions.

A hybrid version of this event will be offered, allowing attendees to attend in person or virtually. Early bird prices available until September 25!

RSVP and purchase your ticket here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/humber-river-healths-bariatric-symposium-tickets-1527496807069?utm-campaign=social&utm-content=attendeeshare&utm-medium=discovery&utm-term=listing&utm-source=cp&aff=ebdsshcopyurl

09/08/2025

This , meet Doina Budeanu, a Nurse Clinician with our Vascular Access Team.

Doina is a certified vascular access nurse through the Canadian Vascular Access Association (CVAA). She specializes in assessing patients and recommending the most appropriate vascular access devices based on individual clinical needs. Her team cares for a wide range of patients—from newborns to critical care cases.

Since joining Humber in 2004, Doina has worked in cardiology, ICU, and now vascular access, which she describes as a transformative experience in both nursing practice and patient safety.
Her team uses ultrasound-guided technology, specifically the SonoSite U/S device, to insert PVADs even in the most challenging cases. This approach minimizes pain, discomfort, and infection risk while preserving patients’ venous health.

09/05/2025

We’re Hiring for an Academic Family Physician to join our Schulich Family Medicine Teaching Unit at Humber River Health!

Are you a family physician passionate about teaching and equity-driven care? Join Canada’s first fully digital hospital and train the next generation of doctors at the Schulich FMTU, in partnership with the University of Toronto.

What you’ll do:
🩺 Build a full-time academic family practice
📚 Supervise and mentor residents & medical students
🤝 Care for equity-deserving populations
🎓 Faculty appointment opportunity at U of T
💡 Lead, innovate, and collaborate in interdisciplinary care
💰 Signing bonus may be available

📅 Application deadline: September 30, 2025

This is your chance to shape the future of family medicine.
👉 Apply by sending and email at: MedicalRecruitment@hrh.ca
👉 Learn more by visiting this link: https://careersen-hrrh.icims.com/jobs/21987/academic-family-physician%2c-schulich-family-medicine-teaching-unit/job

09/05/2025

ICYMI: City Life Magazine recently released “Forging The Future With Jennifer Stewart,” which showcases Jennifer Stewart, President and CEO of Humber River Health Foundation, as she discusses her new role, responsibilities and goals for the Foundation.

Take a look: https://mycitylife.ca/people/special-feature/forging-the-future-with-jennifer-stewart/

09/04/2025

Reminder! We’re hosting a Breast Health Awareness & Screening Event in partnership with The Olive Branch of Hope.

Join us for this free event on Friday, September 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., featuring informative seminars, onsite screening, wellness activities, giveaways, complimentary lunch, and free parking. Seats are limited!

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-empowerher-breast-health-awareness-screening-tickets-1546080080139

09/03/2025

Humber has outperformed provincial and national averages in patient safety, according to the most recent Hospital Harm results released by the Canadian Institute for Health Information (CIHI).

🌟Nearly 4/5 of our patients rated their pain to be well controlled.
🌟Humber had nearly 63% fewer cases of hospital harm than the provincial average.

This underscores Humber’s dedication to delivering safe, high-quality care in every aspect of its operations.

09/02/2025

September marks Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month. This is a time dedicated to educating and highlighting the importance of early detection as symptoms of Ovarian cancer are subtle and easily overlooked.

In this video, OB/GYN Dr. Kate Pizzuto explains what you need to know about recognizing the signs, understanding the risks, and why raising awareness can make a lifesaving difference.

09/01/2025

Over the past couple of weeks, we held our 10th Annual Back-To-School Backpack Drive. Together, we raised over 500 backpacks filled with school essentials for deserving students from Kindergarten to Grade 12 in our community. Thank you to all who participated and helped us make a difference for children and students in need. To all students, we wish you a safe and healthy return to school this week!

To all staff, physicians, and volunteers working this long-weekend, we appreciate you and your commitment to our patients.

08/31/2025

Today is International Overdose Awareness Day - a reminder that recovery starts with accessible and supportive care. At Humber, our Mental Health and Addictions Program offers a Medical Withdrawal Program, providing a medically supervised path for individuals ready to take the first step.

Watch the video to learn more about the Medical Withdrawal Program.

08/30/2025

At Humber, community engagement and patient advocacy are more than just strategic priorities, they are commitments rooted in equity, listening, and action. One recent example of this is the series of Anti-Black Racism (ABR) Listening Sessions, held with both internal and external stakeholders, to understand and address how systemic racism affects access to care, patient experience, and workplace belonging.

Read more on pg. 13 of Hospital News: https://publuu.com/flip-book/945179/2074421/page/12

08/29/2025

One of our Radiologists, Dr. David Jacobs, reminds women of the importance of getting screened. Catching potential diagnosis early can help mitigate the risk.

Learn more at our Olive Branch of Hope Event! Join us for this free event on Saturday, September 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. featuring informative seminars, onsite screening, wellness activities, giveaways, complimentary lunch, and free parking. Seats are limited!

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-empowerher-breast-health-awareness-screening-tickets-1546080080139

08/28/2025

ICYMI: Last month, researchers from Humber’s Research Institute, Aisling Curtin Wach, Dr. Krutika Joshi, Christina Seo, and Dr. Pete Wegier published the results of their study evaluating patients’ access to, use of, and attitudes towards digital technology in our Apotex Emergency Department (ED). As we prepare to implement an online queuing tool in the ED, this study was a crucial first step in understanding the technology-related needs and opinions of the patients and community we serve.

Read the full paper here:
https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/digital-health/articles/10.3389/fdgth.2025.1507936/full

08/27/2025

Reminder! We’re hosting a Fireside Chat to Unpause the Pause on Women’s Health!

Join us on September 9 at 5:00 p.m. to ask your questions and learn about Humber’s commitment to supporting our community.

Women’s Health is a primary focus for Humber. Learn more about HOLOGIC’s Global Women’s Health Index and the importance of driving innovation in Women’s Health with special guests: Dr. Bruce Lee, Inventor of the Acessa® Fibroid Procedure, and Dr. André LaRoche, Chief of Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Humber.

Register here: https://forms.gle/obRbjRq3vtJh5CUCA

08/26/2025

Looking for better access to health and wellbeing services?

The HUB@2115, located at our Finch Campus, is your go-to place for community services in North Western Toronto.

Learn more about their available programs and services: https://nwtoht.ca/the-hub/

08/25/2025

As one of Ontario’s busiest cardiology programs, Humber sees more than 17,000 patients each year. As the prevention and treatment of vascular disease continues to advance, we are taking steps to ensure patients in North West Toronto have equitable access to high-quality, life-saving cardiac care.

Find out more in Health Systems News: https://www.oha.com/news/improving-access-to-life-saving-cardiac-care

08/24/2025

Remember the MRI 1 magnet we removed in June? Well, after many weeks of on-site construction, the new MRI 1 magnet was officially delivered yesterday and is being installed!

This exciting upgrade is part of our commitment to delivering state-of-the-art diagnostic imaging. This new MRI will offer improved image quality, enhanced patient comfort, and greater efficiency, ensuring we continue to provide the highest standard of care.

Thank you to all the dedicated teams and individuals responsible for bringing this transformation to life!

08/23/2025

Our partnership with HOLOGIC Canada is a meaningful one that enables us to focus on innovation, equity, and access to care for women across the lifespan. Jhanvi Solanki, Vice President of Clinical Programs, explains more!

Learn more about our partnership with HOLOGIC Canada and various women’s health topics with Dr. André LaRoche, our Chief of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, and Dr. Bruce Lee, Inventor of the Acessa® Fibroid Procedure, at our Fireside Chat to Unpause the Pause on Women’s Health on September 9!

For more details and to register, visit: https://forms.gle/obRbjRq3vtJh5CUCA

08/22/2025

We are excited to welcome our newly hired nurses to our Humber team. As part of their orientation, they learned about Humber River Health’s Best Practice Spotlight Organization® (BPSO) journey and the important role nurses play in sustaining and advancing Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs).

Our nurses are at the heart of embedding evidence-based practices into everyday care. By integrating RNAO Best Practice Guidelines into their practice, they contribute to safer care, better outcomes, and an enhanced patient and family experience. Together, we will continue to champion excellence, innovation, and compassionate care at HRH.

08/22/2025

We were presented with The Stryker Environmental Excellence Award in Platinum for our outstanding performance in environmental sustainability and improving overall hospital quality through medical device remanufacturing and reprocessing. At Humber, we are thought leaders in environmental excellence and are committed to becoming the most sustainable hospital we can be.

This past year, we have achieved 1,056 lbs. in waste avoidance and nearly $425,000 in savings, more than any other hospital operating room (OR) in Ontario. We congratulate our dedicated OR teams and thank Stryker for the extraordinary recognition!

08/20/2025

Our Breast Health Clinic boasts state-of-the-art equipment, skilled radiologists and imaging technologists, surgeons, and two dedicated navigators: Theresa McGrath, the Breast Health Navigator, and Navpreet Heer, the Oncology Breast Navigator. These navigators play a vital role in guiding patients through their care journeys.

Come chat with our Navigators at our Olive Branch of Hope Event! Join us for this free event on Saturday, September 20 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. featuring informative seminars, onsite screening, wellness activities, giveaways, complimentary lunch, and free parking. Seats are limited!

RSVP here: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-empowerher-breast-health-awareness-screening-tickets-1546080080139

08/19/2025

Dr. Patrick Tansey, one of our Orthopaedic Physicians, and Humber River Health Foundation are hosting “Cricket for Humber River Health, in association with CCMC.” This event provides an exciting way to drive community heath through the power of cricket.

Join us on Friday, August 22 at 9:30 AM! For more information on the tournament, sponsorship packages, or who to contact, check out the posters.

08/19/2025

Our Finance Department plays a key role in supporting patient care through thoughtful planning, collaboration, and strategic decision-making.

Their work helps ensure our hospital runs efficiently and sustainably, making a difference every day behind the scenes.

Check out the video to get to know the team and the environment that drives their success!

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