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An inside look at how our Champions of Care are changing lives

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From crisis to recovery: The complex knee reconstruction that saved Issa’s leg from a hidden infection
Developing an infection is one of the most devastating complications that can occur after a joint replacement surgery. Not only can…
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Toronto mother finds life‑saving support through Sinai Health’s high‑risk pregnancy program
When Stacee Samuels discovered she was pregnant, joy quickly gave way to…
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How technology is revolutionizing cardiac care
When J.J. noticed her foot swelling and found herself short of breath…
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From pet visits to bedside companionship: How volunteers are bringing connection to hospitalized seniors
A hospital stay can be emotionally taxing for anyone, but it can be…
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Healing beyond survival: Sinai Health’s leading-edge research into breast cancer recovery
With Breast Cancer Awareness Month already underway, Deborah Peniuk’s…
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How one NICU experience inspired three decades of support
In the delivery room, every parent waits to hear their child’s first cry.…
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Defying the odds: Mr. Solomon’s return home
Last spring, Mr. Solomon arrived at Mount Sinai Hospital in serious poor…
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More than a flare: One patient's journey with Crohn's disease
Taylor remembers the days leading up to her most recent hospitalization…
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Navigating cancer during pregnancy: How Ashni found hope and support
Ashni was 24 weeks pregnant when she was diagnosed with cancer. She was 33…
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Unlocking the mysteries of the heart: Cardiology at Sinai Health
Sinai Health’s Miles Nadal Heart Centre is at the forefront of cardiology…
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The right to smile: Sinai Health’s Dentistry Program is caring for patients when no one else can
For 39-year-old Novelette Munroe, a routine dental appointment is anything…
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Finding hope for the future of Long COVID care: Gill’s story
When Gill Deacon was sick with Long COVID, she desperately needed hope.…
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Thirty years strong: Sandy Lake First Nation and Sinai Health’s partnership is tackling diabetes and driving lasting change
For more than 30 years, Sinai Health and Sandy Lake First Nation have…