Philanthropist David Amiel on leading by example, promoting diversity, and volunteer leadership Sarah Fletcher June 6, 2022 5425 “Why do I give? The short answer is because of my kids,” philanthropist David Amiel, Vice-Chair of the Jewish General Hospital (JGH) Foundation, said simply. “I want to lead by example and show them that volun...
Mike’s story: How antimicrobial resistance is threatening modern medicine Tara Simonetta Mann May 16, 2022 1472 Mike Griffiths has struggled with his health for his entire life. At the age of 24, he received his first kidney transplant. The surgery was a big step toward better health, but it was not without challenges. ...
“It’s been a wonderful ride.” – Harvey Levenson Sarah Fletcher May 8, 2022 3694 The Chair of the Board of the JGH Foundation reflects on a lifetime of philanthropy Harvey Levenson’s commitment to philanthropy dates to the time he was a McGill student in the early 1960s. Back then, he serv...
Tarah Schwartz – through perseverance and courage her painful story has a happy ending Peter Kerr April 17, 2022 2229 Tarah Schwartz worked for eighteen years as an award-winning reporter and television anchor. When she and her husband Enrico became pregnant – they were overjoyed. That joy turned to an overwhelming grief when ...
Dr. Momar Ndao provides life-changing care to those with tropical and parasitic diseases Tara Simonetta Mann April 13, 2022 2024 Ask anyone who knows him, and they’ll tell you Dr. Momar Ndao is one of a kind. An infectious disease expert with an infectious personality, it’s hard not to be enchanted by his generosity and his passion for h...
Clearing the FoG for Canadians with Parkinson’s disease Lauren Bentley April 12, 2022 1578 For more than two decades, doctors have been able to reduce many symptoms of Parkinson’s disease through deep brain stimulation (DBS). DBS uses implanted electrodes to deliver electrical stimulation deep within...
How digital technology is enhancing patient care at the Jewish General Hospital Sarah Fletcher April 11, 2022 3865 For several years, the Jewish General Hospital (JGH) has been pursuing genuine transformation in the way it delivers patient care. This has been done by implementing digital initiatives and technology that were...
Big dreams for a revitalized Lachine Hospital Tara Simonetta Mann March 15, 2022 2165 A new partnership will help Lachine Hospital raise funds for cutting-edge medical equipment. The Lachine Hospital Foundation has integrated with the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) Foundation to Dream Bi...
“The ability to take risks in research is critical to advancing knowledge” Sarah Fletcher March 14, 2022 4053 Meet Dr. Stephen Robbins, the new Director of Research at the JGH’s Lady Davis Institute with a bold vision As the recently appointed Director of Research at the Jewish General Hospital’s Lady Davis Institute...
An enduring legacy of support for the next generation of Canadian neuroscientists Melissa Arauz March 13, 2022 2402 In 2006, a travel award was created in memory of the late neuroscientist, Dr. Hubert van Tol, thanks to the generous support of the Seger-van Tol family. Dr. Hubert van Tol was born on September 20, 1959, in M...
