Telehealth emerges as one positive legacy of the COVID-19 pandemic, medical leaders say
Telehealth is here to stay, and its successful deployment during the COVID-19 pandemic may prove to be a silver lining of the public-health crisis,…
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Keeping stomachs full and spirits strong during COVID-19
Throughout the upheavals of the COVID-19 health crisis, staff at the Jewish General Hospital have been able to count on one reliable source of…
JGH food court dishes out meals and good humour, along with social distancing
Visitors will notice some changes at the Jewish General Hospital’s food court these days. But the basic ingredients of the cafeteria’s popularity remain unchanged….
From panic to pride: How rehab workers got COVID-19 patients back on their feet
To focus on care’s “human side,” staff taped photos of their faces to their protective gowns When Nurse Suzanne Djomkam was told in April…
Celebrating our Superheroes
The message on the pins and t-shirts said it all: SUPERHEROES. At a festive giveaway in Carrefour Lea Polansky on July 2, CIUSSS West-Central…
Henry Mietkiewicz: The Wordsmith of the Jewish General Hospital
Senior editor and publisher at the Jewish General Hospital since 2004, Henry Mietkiewicz has overseen the publication of hundreds of articles. A magician with…
Telehealth intervention to reduce isolation of older adults
The Telehealth Intervention Program for Isolated Older Adults (TIP-OA) has been introduced to help elderly individuals, who are likelier to experience anxiety and depression…
They’re tracking COVID for their co-workers, one phone call at a time
Many of the callers to the COVID-19 employee hotline are anxious. Some are crying. They have a sore throat, or a stuffy nose, or…
No home? No problem for the helping hands of the Connexion team
When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, everyone was urged to stay home. But what about people who had no home? It was a dilemma confronting…
How two JGH nurses turned a musical dream into a social-media hit
With one voice, the Emergency Department strikes a chord of solidarity It began as an idea to sing in unison as a show of…
Zoom, masks and doorway prayers: Chaplains find creative ways to provide comfort during the pandemic
One day recently, the chaplain at the Jewish General Hospital recited a prayer for a dying COVID-19 patient on Zoom. As dozens of family…
Fighting the coronavirus, one disinfectant wipe at a time
Laurence Latendresse Jobin is at the frontlines of the battle against the coronavirus. Each day at the Jewish General Hospital, he puts on full…
Healthy life balance, supporting colleagues are key during COVID-19 epidemic: JGH Chief of Psychiatry
The 360 employee newsletter asked Dr. Karl Looper, Chief of Psychiatry at the Jewish General Hospital and Co-Director of the Mental Health Program of…
CIUSSS’s preventive health programs praised in public health accreditation
In the first-ever accreditation of public health services in CIUSSS West-Central Montreal, staff have earned strong praise for making public health—and preventive measures, in…
Inside the JGH: How teamwork drives the success of Quebec’s busiest Emergency Department
From fractures to flu, from the new coronavirus to heart attacks, it’s family-like strength that allows the busiest Emergency Department in Quebec, and third-busiest…
Some unexpected — and welcome — twists and turns on the road to a career in Housekeeping
Sometimes, what may seem like a conventional career path turns out to have its share of surprises. For proof, just look at Eric New:…
K10: Putting the “Unit” in “Unity”
The stakes are high on K10, but luckily, so is team spirit. This highly specialized neuroscience unit at the Jewish General Hospital cares for…
Putting the focus on seniors and mental health
Geriatric Psychiatry Academic Day gives health professionals the opportunity to learn about mental health issues specific to older patients A conference devoted to mental…
Veteran occupational therapist retires after 32 years in Psychiatry Department
Suzanne Rouleau credits JGH for supporting her research and clinical initiatives After 32 years as an occupational therapist in the JGH Department of Psychiatry,…
Lights, camera, action: Jewish General Hospital transformed for Hollywood movie
JGH stands in for American hospital in Warner Bros. production Visitors walking through the corridors of the Jewish General Hospital recently might have wondered…
Wheeling to success: Nursing Team speeds up return of stretchers to Emergency Department
Lean Six Sigma project cuts average return time for stretchers to 22 minutes What could be more irritating for a health professional than looking…
So we can all breathe fresh air
Smoking banned outdoors on all CIUSSS West-Central Montreal sites starting January 1 Coming soon to a site near you: a smoke-free environment! Our CIUSSS’s…
Tiny losses, giant impact: Team at JGH helps families and staff cope with perinatal loss
As the final few reddish-brown leaves tumble from the trees outside of the Jewish General Hospital, Social Worker Louna Kadoch and Nurse Nadine Fava…
Take a shot: Why staff should get vaccinated against the flu
Flu season is looming, and healthcare workers are strongly urged to get vaccinated as the best way to protect themselves and their patients. By…
JGH is first in Quebec to offer new type of minimally invasive spinal surgery
The moment Jennifer Orr felt her right leg buckle, she knew she was in serious trouble. She’d been lifting some heavy equipment and was…
Digital prescriptions speed medication to patients while boosting safety
Prescription medication is reaching hospitalized patients at the JGH more quickly than ever, thanks to a digital ordering system that has been implemented more…
You Make The Difference: François Gagné connects the technology that links people to one another
If you’ve participated in any of the recent relocation and renovation projects that involved Catherine Booth Hospital or the Henri Bradet Residential Centre, you…
OnTarget: A wealth of information on the effects of targeted oral therapies in oncology
JGH pharmacist spearheads unique website for patients and healthcare professionals alike OnTarget, a 10-year-old guide for community pharmacists who dispense oral anti-cancer medications, has…
Celebrating Excellence in Nursing
Nurses from across our CIUSSS gathered for the Nursing Annual General Meeting on May 15 in the Jewish General Hospital’s (JGH) Block Amphitheatre. Those…
Excellence on a global scale, providing care to the individual
In recent weeks, CIUSSS West-Central Montreal has distinguished itself on the global stage, reflecting the compassion and special care we take to safeguard the…
JGH Psychiatry Research Day | Building better bridges to improve the immigrant experience
In the not-so-distant past, when diversity was widely accepted as a positive characteristic, new immigrants were recognized as deserving protection and supportive services. This…
Etienne Nikiema reveals “how you really make a difference”
A collection of diplomas and certifications adorn the walls of Etienne Nikiema‘s office at the Jewish General Hospital, all neatly framed and evenly arranged….
First Frontline Forum | Family physicians and specialists seek solutions to streamline communication
Even as our CIUSSS embraces the digital age, integrating innovative communication tools into health and social-service practices, sometimes there’s simply no substitute for personal…
CIUSSS staff recognized for ‘impact in their field’
The quality of care provided by multidisciplinary staff within our CIUSSS extends beyond any facility’s four walls, into the community, and even beyond. In…
Amina Talib, Associate Director, Human Resources
It was as an assistant to the Executive Director of the Jewish General Hospital that Amina Talib entered the health and social services field…
The Idea Factory: Where—or, in whom—does it reside?
The following is based on remarks by Dr. Lawrence Rosenberg in “Contexts of Technological Change in Medicine: Centres and Margins,” a speech that he…
New clinic offers fast track for testing and diagnosis of certain conditions
Access to testing, diagnosis and treatment at the JGH is now faster and easier, thanks to a newly launched service that allows patients with…
Operation Happy Holidays!
No sooner did the wintry weather arrive this year, than Human Resources delivered warm infectious cheer! To celebrate the season this December, staff throughout…
RXVigilance software: A prescription for optimal access to medication information
In our sometimes overwhelming age of digital information, our users may find any answer to their health question, but how will they know it is…
A year in review: Public Assembly shares achievements of 2018 and vision for the future
The third annual general meeting of CIUSSS West-Central Montreal gave President and CEO, Dr. Lawrence Rosenberg, an opportunity to publicly express his gratitude to…
Celebrating the ‘heroes and warriors’ who help the elderly
It may not always be possible for a hospital to restore the health of an elderly patient, but neither should that patient suffer from…
Now you’re talking! Tips for communicating with colleagues and trainees
“Think of yourself as a communicator who speaks with people, not to people.” That was the key message delivered by Annie Gingras, Founding President…
Patient safety—we’re all on the same team
To provide care within a safe and secure environment—it is one of the key values of our CIUSSS. When patient safety lapses do arise,…
Renovations at Henri-Bradet create a more hospitable home—and work—environment
Residents and staff at the Henri-Bradet Residential Centre on Chester may barely recognize their home and workplace following extensive renovations undertaken in the last…
Striving for a stigma-free CIUSSS
Stigma surrounding mental health flourishes in hiding, so our CIUSSS brought it out into the open. To invite discussions about mental health, circular tables…
Scaling new heights to provide an exceptional Patient Experience
Paula Calestagne is the first in Quebec to be certified as a Patient Experience Professional (CPXP), but it is an achievement she shares freely…
Hope for the homeless with at-shelter mental health care
Marco is a man in his 50s. About 20 years ago, he came to Canada from the Caribbean with his wife and children. Sometime…
Innovation: an ancient concept that never gets old
The following is based on remarks by Dr. Lawrence Rosenberg in “Contexts of Technological Change in Medicine: Centres and Margins”, that he delivered at…
“We took the challenge with brio”
Step off the elevator on the eighth floor of Pavilion K at the Jewish General Hospital, and you’re greeted with the news: posted on…
Confronting the odds: cancer clinical trials
Nearly one in two Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime. According to Statistics Canada, of those diagnosed, one in four will…
Bringing warmth to those in need, one stitch at a time
While many CIUSSS West-Central Montreal employees pick up their forks at lunchtime, staff from the Finance Department at CLSC Benny Farm are grasping their…
Undercover germs: Gloves do not replace hand hygiene
Gloves can increase the risk of contamination and infection. How can that be? When they are relied upon in the place of proper hand-hygiene…
Innovative rehab revitalizes patients in their battle against disease
Often, the key is to provide each cancer patient with a custom-designed regimen of revitalizing physical activity and healthful eating habits, along with access…
Extraordinary nurses are celebrated at the Nursing AGA
Nurses from throughout CIUSSS West-Central Montreal gathered on April 25 at the Jewish General Hospital on the occasion of the Nursing Annual General Assembly,…
A first in Quebec: Doctor-to-nurse education to improve patient care
The evolution of the professional relationship between doctors and nurses is surging ahead in CIUSSS West-Central Montreal in an initiative—the first of its kind…
JGH Psychiatry Research Day shines a light on mental illness
Mental health took centre stage at the Jewish General Hospital’s 13th Annual Psychiatry Research Day on April 6, as healthcare and social service professionals…
Relaxation was OM-nipresent at DRHCAJ gathering
The suggested dress code of comfortable clothing and low-heeled shoes was a little peculiar for a meeting of professionals from the four departments that…
Let’s celebrate the successes of Academic Affairs
The Academic Affairs Directorate coordinates six main components of its mission: teaching, research, leading practices, knowledge transfer and integration, evaluation of technology and modes…
In my second term, I look forward to continuing what we have begun together
A little over three years ago, when CIUSSS West-Central Montreal had just come into existence, I was interviewed about the long road ahead and…
Research paper submissions go paperless
The Research Review Office (RRO) is headed for some spring cleaning—dismantling the towers of research papers that fill their quarters, to make way for…
MSICU staff recognized for their leadership
Two staff members from the Medical-Surgical Intensive Care Unit (MSICU) at the Jewish General Hospital (JGH) won awards for their outstanding contributions to the…
Drug-resistant bacteria 101
Fighting the rising resistance: what can we do? Drug-resistant bacteria—they’re tiny in stature, but pose a potentially widespread global danger. So much so that…
Sally Sperry’s spirit lives on in nursing award
Catherine Booth Hospital wins infection prevention prize Our team proudly presented this year’s Sally Sperry Award to Sharon O’Grady, Head Nurse at the Catherine…
Improved outcomes for elderly patients: Everyone contributes!
The International Day of Older Persons takes place only once a year, on October 1, but seniors are recognized every day at the Jewish…
Keeping the needs of family members uppermost in our minds
When we speak about those who receive health care and social services in CIUSSS West-Central Montreal, we mainly refer to “our users”, and then…
50 years of caring for children and their families
This fall, as the Child Psychiatry Program at the Jewish General Hospital commemorates its landmark 50th anniversary, its early years—as well as many recent…
In the public eye
Raising glaucoma awareness in the community Keep your eyes peeled for patients who may have glaucoma. Why is early detection so important? Glaucoma causes…
Snow in the summer
Hot hits and cool refreshments were served up to nearly 1,000 employees at a Free Snow Cone staff appreciation event organized by CIUSSS West-Central…
Call for proposals from the Rossy Cancer Network
You missed the first wave of the Rossy Cancer Network’s (RCN) Quality Improvement Initiatives Fund (QI2) this past spring? Now’s your chance! The RCN…
Giving thanks to those who give
You’ll find them at desks, you’ll find them at bedsides and lounges, you’ll find them wandering the halls. Those telltale pins or blue coats…
Teams at JGH and Mount Sinai go all-out for palliative patient
Quick thinking and tight teamwork by dedicated staff at Mount Sinai Hospital and the Jewish General Hospital were crucial in granting a wish for…
Bryan Highbloom, JGH Music Therapist
On June 17, Jewish General Hospital Music Therapist Bryan Highbloom retired from his position after more than 35 years of service. His last day…