Philanthropist David Amiel on leading by example, promoting diversity, and volunteer leadership Sarah Fletcher June 6, 2022 5172 “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...
“It’s been a wonderful ride.” – Harvey Levenson Sarah Fletcher May 8, 2022 3509 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...
How digital technology is enhancing patient care at the Jewish General Hospital Sarah Fletcher April 11, 2022 3706 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...
“The ability to take risks in research is critical to advancing knowledge” Sarah Fletcher March 14, 2022 3934 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...
Rona Davis, long-time community volunteer, is passionate about the JGH Foundation Sarah Fletcher February 14, 2022 3181 Rona Davis’ commitment to the Jewish General Hospital (JGH) began in 2012 when her husband was admitted for spinal surgery. Overwhelmed with gratitude after a successful procedure, the couple asked the then Chi...
Donor-Advised Funds simplify the process of giving and provide immediate tax benefits The Montrealer January 17, 2022 2360 The Jewish Community Foundation of Montreal (JCF) encourages charitable giving by making it easy, efficient, and tax smart. Humble Beginnings Since being founded in 1971 by Arthur Pascal and a group of leader...
Leading nurses in a pandemic: a Q&A with Lucie Tremblay Sarah Fletcher December 8, 2021 3761 For Lucie Tremblay, Director of Nursing for CIUSSS West-Central Montreal, staying connected to patients and staff is paramount, no matter the role she is in. Since her start in the nursing field in 1984, she ha...
Dr. Donald Vinh – Montreal physician and world-renowned researcher contributes to the fight against COVID-19 Peter Kerr December 1, 2021 7191 Dr. Donald Vinh is a talented medical researcher and practicing physician who is recognized as one of North America’s leading epidemiologists. In 2020 Dr. Vinh was the Canadian lead researcher who identified a ...
From Generation to Generation – Making the World a Better Place The Montrealer November 13, 2021 6056 Robert Carsley’s involvement with the Jewish General Hospital Foundation began with his participation in its popular fundraising golf tournament and, as he learned more about the work of the hospital, it grew. ...
Dr. Susan Kahn, the Jewish General Hospital’s authority on thromboembolism, devotes herself to patient care and research The Montrealer October 19, 2021 3310 Around the time Dr. Susan Kahn was doing her medical training, there was an explosion in knowledge about genetic factors involved in a condition known as venous thromboembolism. It happened that some of her fam...
