Current Projects
Celebrating Drs. Cruess – MUHC Medical Luminaries
Drs. Sylvia and Richard Cruess have been synonymous with the McGill University Health Centre (MUHC) for over 60 years.
Complex Care Centre
The MUHC is creating a Complex Care Centre so patients living with multiple illnesses are cared for under the guidance of a single medical department.
Contemporary Norman Bethune Fellowship in Cardiovascular Surgery
Teaching the next generation of Chinese surgeons the principles of cardiac surgery.
Cradles for Cuddles
Supporting Families through Baby Loss.
DialyTran
DialyTran is a volunteer organization that is dedicated to ensuring that MUHC patients living kidney disease receive the best possible care.
Discovery Club
The RI-MUHC bridges the gap between discovery and cure and takes research from bench to bedside. It is this type of research that can only happen in a teaching hospital.
DOvEE (Detecting Ovarian and Endometrial Cancers Early)
We assure that eligible women are granted fast-tracked accessibility to specialized medical examinations, which in turn, will allow for early detection and diagnosis of Ovarian and Endometrial Cancers.
Dr. Fried Chair in Surgical Innovation
The creation of an academic chair in surgical innovation will help the MUHC enhance its reputation as an international leader in surgical care.
Enhanced Recovery Programs for Surgery
The MUHC is creating an Enhanced Recovery Programs for Surgery that will deliver the best practices in enhanced recovery for all surgical patients.
HIV Smart App
The MUHC’s Dr. Nitika Pant Pai is revolutionizing HIV testing and making it more accessible to those who need it most through her mobile app HIVsmart!
Islet Transplant Lab
The MUHC’s Islet Transplant Lab specializes in the research and transplant of islet cells, a cutting-edge procedure for type 1 diabetes patients.
The McConnell Patient Resource Centre
The McConnell Patient Resource Centre is a one-stop shop offering a variety of specially-curated print and online resources for patients and families.
McGill Centre for Cardiovascular Disease
90% of Canadians have at least one risk factor associated with the disease and more than 350,000 Canadians are hospitalized for heart disease each year.
MUHC Lymphedema Program
The MUHC’s Lymphedema program is Quebec’s only specialized medical service for lymphedema care and is internationally recognized for its leadership.
Ocular Pathology Lab
The MUHC’s Ocular Pathology Lab is an international leader in research, education and consultation in ocular diseases, including cancer of the eye.
Patient Education Office
Considered an international leader in the field of patient education, the hospital is committed to ensuring that patients receive timely, comprehensive and up-to-date information that responds to their needs.
RBC Art and Heritage Centre
In January 2013, the RBC Art and Heritage Centre of the MUHC was created to recognize the significant social, artistic, medical, and nursing histories of these hospitals.
Social Service Department
From tests and procedures to waiting for results and wondering what comes next, the journey that lies ahead can be daunting, and many patients rely on their strong support network of family and friends to help them through.
The Stem Cell Research Lab
The Stem Cell Research laboratory will help the RI-MUHC increase its research capacity in this innovative field, bringing new hope to patients.
Women’s Healthy Heart Initiative
The MUHC’s Women’s Healthy Heart Initiative is the first nurse-led women’s heart disease prevention program in Canada and helps increase awareness.
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Thank you André Testa and everyone who participated in making Tournoi de golf Marc Testa such a success by collecting a record breaking $8,400 to fund cancer research. Can't wait to go back on the green next year to support this important cause! ⛳😀
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Join us on October 18th for an evening in support of the MUHC Breast Clinic's Wellness program. There will be cocktails, food, a silent auction and, best of all, our wonderful returning hosts Brigitte Bédard of TVA/LCN and Leslie Roberts of CJAD! Click here to buy tickets: bit.ly/2PJACgo
The McGill University Health Centre Foundation is honoured to support Nitika Pant Pai, MD., PhD and her pioneering research on point-of-care diagnostics for HIV and co-infections. Dr. Pai's outsanding scientific achievement is being recognized by the The Royal Society of Canada (RSC) / La Société royale du Canada (SRC) Learn more here: reporter.mcgill.ca/eleven-mcgill-scholars-honoured-by-the-royal-society-of-canada/
Eleven McGill scholars honoured by the Royal Society of Canada - McGill Reporter
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Five McGill researchers and scholars are named Fellows of the Royal Society of Canada, while six more are named to the College of New Scholars, Artists and Scientists.So proud to announce Norman M. Steinberg as our new MUHC Foundation Board Chair! 🎉🥂 Learn more about him and his connection to our hospital here: bit.ly/2NbEUjF
We have a special friend in the office today! Rosa Shields (middle) is hard at work with our events team to put the final touches on the 20th annual Celebration of Life fundraising event to benefit the Organ Transplant Program of the MUHC. Learn more about Rosa’s incredible journey through 3 organ transplants and how she’s decided to give back: bit.ly/2x1zqxV