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Dr. Gabriela Ghisi from @UHN’s KITE Research Institute shares how early experiences in Brazil shaped her global, patient-centered approach to cardiac research. With more than 160 publications, Dr. Ghisi is helping advance equity in care ➜ bit.ly/45bcwV9 @KITE_research
Dr. Angela M. Cheung, a clinician scientist at @UHN, is leading a $20M effort to find long COVID treatments — and ideally a cure. Dr. Cheung is helping doctors across Canada better diagnose and support patients still recovering ➜ cbc.ca/lite/story/1.7… @CBCNews
Programs like LIFEspan at @UHN’s Toronto Rehab show how donor support drives innovation in health care — helping young adults like Bianca, who lives with cerebral palsy, gain the skills and confidence to live independently and thrive ➜ bit.ly/3UaQqvC
New #research from @UHN is testing diaphragm neurostimulation to keep breathing muscles active during ventilation — helping prevent weakness, improve recovery and potentially increase the chance of survival ➜ bit.ly/4esy0zM @UHN_Research @TGHRI_UHN
At 27, Vishma Sookdeo survived a rare #stroke. Thanks to the expert care teams at @UHN and her determination, Vishma not only recovered — she’s now helping transform the future of stroke care for women across Canada ➜ bit.ly/44B8eWR @KBI_UHN #StrokeAwarenessMonth
Clinicians often face tough care conversations, yet few have been trained in these skills. New research from @TIER_UHN shows that serious illness communication training builds clinician confidence in teaching these skills across care teams. 🔗 Read more: uhnresearch.ca/news/training-…
#ICYMI: Early this year, Dr. Allan Slomovic, cornea surgeon @DKJEI_UHN, co-led the annual surgical mission to Costa Rica. This year, the team performed a record number of surgeries – 199 – over the course of four days. Read More >> bit.ly/4iE32p1 (1/2)
Three new studies from Dr. Frances Chung and her team @KBI_UHN highlight the connection between the mind and post-surgical recovery in older adults. Read more about how preoperative assessments for mental health could prevent adverse #SurgicalOutcomes➡️ uhnresearch.ca/news/better-re…
Check out this month's UHN on the Go! ➡️ Ci2i Symposium marks opening of a new centre at UHN ➡️ Arts-based education open house showcases the power of art as learning ➡️ Hand hygiene awareness campaigns launch across UHN Read more: uhn.ca/corporate/news…
📖✨Congratulations to Dr. @FrancesChung6, Clinician Investigator at UHN’s Krembil Brain Institute, for her recent publication in the British Journal of Anaesthesia and the Journal of Clinical Anesthesia! 🔗: linktr.ee/krembil #NoResearchNoCure #ScienceMatters
Inspired by tools like ChatGPT, @UHN researchers are creating powerful AI models that can read and understand DNA, RNA and proteins — all at the same time — to better predict how cells behave and how diseases develop ➜ bit.ly/44uZIZB @UHN_Research @BoWang87
Meet “iMacs” — immune cells that stay inflamed even after treatment. Findings from @UHN researchers suggest these cells may be key to understanding chronic liver disease and improve how patients respond to therapy ➜ bit.ly/44Skh22 @UHN_Research @TGHRI_UHN #LiverDisease
It’s BBQ season across @UHN! We love a chance to connect, celebrate and show appreciation for the incredible people behind our world-class care.💛 Thank you #TeamUHN for all that you do!
Kicking off the summer with staff BBQs across Toronto Rehab sites and at West Park Health Care Centre! We look forward to this tradition every year as a chance to show appreciation for a team that exemplifies excellence in care every day. Thank you for all that you do!
More than 654,000 Canadians visit the ER each year due to falls. This #NationalInjuryPreventionDay, we’re spotlighting the science of fall prevention — from safer stairs to icy sidewalks — to build safer, more accessible communities ➜ bit.ly/4fgE4eu @KITE_UHN
Concussions don’t take a summer break. ☀️ Learn how to stay safe with @UHN’s latest research and expert advice — 6 things you should know about concussions, including how to prevent them and what to do if one occurs ➜ bit.ly/4lHjO8L @KBI_UHN #Concussions
What if deep brain stimulation (DBS) didn’t need brain surgery? @UHN’s Krembil Brain Institute is exploring a non-invasive alternative for movement disorders — highlighting UHN’s global leadership in DBS & world-changing impact ➜ bit.ly/44yr3cb @NatureComms @KBI_UHN
Thank you to Hon. @nolanmquinn for visiting us at @KITE_UHN to see firsthand the world-class research facilities and lifechanging innovations taking place right here at home.
Last week’s visit from the Hon. @nolanmquinn was an exciting opportunity to share how @UHN is creating #AHealthierWorld for all. Check out some of the cutting-edge technology at @KITE_UHN’s CEAL facilities that the Minister and his team toured during their visit! ⬇️
New research led by Dr. Kate Hanneman at @UHN’s Peter Munk Cardiac Centre reveals that long-term exposure to wildfire smoke, smog and fossil fuel emissions — even at low levels — can damage your heart ➜ bit.ly/3TjY9Hx @PMunkCardiacCtr @TorontoStar
#HappyCanadaDay! 🇨🇦 Today, we’re celebrating @UHN’s impact on health care in Canada and around the world. Thank you to our incredible donor community — your support enables UHN, Canada’s #1 hospital and a global leader, to transform the future of health care. #CanadaDay
We’re #UHNITED and proud to stand with #TeamUHN in championing 2SLGBTQIA+ rights in health care — at @UHN and beyond. With staff, patients, chosen family and loved ones, we celebrate decades of courage and advocacy that made progress possible.
Thank you to everyone who joined TeamUHN at the 2025 Toronto Pride Parade! 🌈 Progress in 2SLGBTQIA+ rights, including in health care, has resulted from decades of work by those who refused to be invisible. We are proud and grateful to walk alongside our staff and patients!