Dr. Momar Ndao of the MUHC: Studying the bugs responsible for some of the world’s most dangerous infectious diseases Kristina Anastasopoulos July 19, 2018 359 Kayemor is a village located in the southern part of Senegal. Small in size and considered underdeveloped by Western standards, it holds a special place in Dr. Momar Ndao’s heart. He was born there and although...
Dr. Lucy Gilbert is bringing new hope to cancer patients at the MUHC Kristina Anastasopoulos July 18, 2018 2093 The month was June and the year was 2000. Dr. Lucy Gilbert makes the trip across the pond from London to Montreal after being offered a complimentary, no obligations trip to visit the McGill University Health C...
Julie Quenneville – from a teenage volunteer to President of the McGill University Health Centre Foundation Peter Kerr May 15, 2018 2410 The MUHC Foundation is charged with the enormous responsibility of raising tens of $millions to help fund research in the world-class hospitals that make up the McGill University Health Centre, from the Montrea...
Art By The Water to benefit adolescent colon cancer research Audrey Riley April 16, 2018 734 The 11th annual “Art By The Water Exhibit and Sale” is a different style of art exhibit with a unique setup at the charming and historic Beaconsfield Yacht Club on April 27th with a vernissage at 6pm – 9pm and ...
Under The Tuscan Sun – May 2 Gala fundraiser for the Queen Elizabeth Health Complex The Montrealer April 14, 2018 749 This year’s Under the Tuscan Sun event will take place on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at the beautiful Théâtre Paradoxe located at 5959 Monk Blvd., in Ville Emard at 6:00 pm. This signature fundraising event will fe...
Concert contre le Cancer – April 6, Maison Symphonique LiveEvents March 30, 2018 649 Concert contre le Cancer Proceeds from this 11th Concert contre le Cancer, presented by Assistenza International, will go to the Institut du cancer de Montréal to help fund cancer research. This year’s pr...
Wendy Wray is transforming care at the MUHC – one woman at a time Kristina Anastasopoulos March 21, 2018 717 “Of course you can do it” – these words have become Wendy Wray’s mantra. A cardiac nurse clinician at the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) for many years, she never anticipated becoming an advocate for he...
Dr. Gerald Fried has stayed true to his roots while saving lives at the MUHC Kristina Anastasopoulos January 29, 2018 910 What do the fifth grade, a scrapbook, and cancer have in common? They all served as the inspiration for Dr. Gerald Fried of the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) to pursue a career in medicine. It was ...
Looking back at 2017 – Montrealers who have earned international recognition Peter Kerr January 24, 2018 823 Melanie Joly – Minister of Canadian Heritage We started 2017 with a cover feature about Cabinet Minister Melanie Joly by Linda Renaud. Since then, Joly has become a trusted member of Prime Minister Justin Tr...
Make patients smile at the MUHC this holiday season Kristina Anastasopoulos January 9, 2018 656 The song (There’s No Place Like) Home for the Holidays is a holiday classic. It tells the story of the joy that ensues when returning home for the holidays. Spending quality time with family and friends is one ...
