Scarborough Health Network

Our 2023-24 Annual Report is here! This year’s joint report with SHN Foundation highlights significant achievements, including the introduction of robotic knee surgeries, the expansion of education at SHN, and the success of the Weston Patient Navigation Program. Dive into these impactful stories and see how donor support has driven these advancements: https://lnkd.in/gQQCv6TT

Today, on #WorldStrokeDay, we join the global community in raising awareness about stroke prevention and care. At SHN, we are proud to provide comprehensive stroke care through our Stroke Centre of Excellence at our Birchmount Hospital. Remember to Act F.A.S.T. and save lives!

Our Communications and Public Affairs team is proud to be a key corporate service at SHN, providing guidance and support for programs, projects, and corporate initiatives across our network. They cover a big field. From communications planning, storytelling, creative services, and brand building, to government relations, crisis communications, and issues management, to newsletter, website, and social media management, the team leads on how we share about SHN with our hospital and community. 💌 Have questions about joining SHN? Send us a DM! ➕ Follow us to stay updated on upcoming job fairs and more career opportunities. #scarboroughhealthnetwork #wheretheworldcomestowork #wtwctw #shncareers #shncares #gtacareers #CanadasMostAdmired

SHN was happy to have CityNews at the Breast Health and Awareness Seminar this past Saturday, highlighting the Ontario Breast Screening Program's recent expansion and its vitality to the Black community. Dr. Mojola Omole, SHN breast surgical oncologist and president of the Black Physicians’ of Ontario Association, emphasized the importance of awareness and advocacy within the community. “Even though Black individuals don't get breast cancer more often than our white counterparts, we do die from it more,” Dr. Omole told CityNews. “Part of this event is to empower our community to be aware of cancer, aware of what is normal and abnormal, and aware of modifiable risk factors.” Check out the segment: https://lnkd.in/guvZA-wE

#MedicalEducation has been in full swing at SHN over the past few months! We’ve had the opportunity to host some fantastic events, starting with our Teaching & Learning Centre (TLC) event, where our faculty gained valuable insights into innovative teaching methods and tools, contributing to their growth as educators at SHN. In addition, our Family Medicine Open House brought together new and experienced preceptors, building connections and a shared vision for the future. Our post-graduate year 2 residents took part in a Family Medicine Emergency Workshop, diving into hands-on training to enhance their skills in emergency care. Each event represents a step forward in our journey to becoming Canada’s leading community teaching health network. Thank you to everyone involved for making these events such a success! Check out some of our highlights 👇🏽👇🏽 #SHNEducation #LearningInAction #SupportingLearners #MedicalTraining #MedED #ScarboroughProud

During Canadian Patient Safety Week, our focus is on understanding and reducing healthcare harm. Everyone plays a role in ensuring safe care at every interaction. Your vigilance, communication, and adherence to safety protocols can make a significant impact. Learning to recognize and reduce healthcare harm is essential to creating safety for all. Find out more: https://UnderstandHarm.ca #PatientSafetyWeek #HealthcareSafety

Today, SHN is holding the second annual Breast Health and Awareness Seminar for Black Communities in partnership with The Olive Branch of Hope Cancer Support Services, Black Physicians' Association of Ontario, Black Health Alliance, Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities (SCHC), Toronto Central Regional Cancer Program, and Central East Regional Cancer Program. It has been our pleasure to welcome our community members for a day filled with meaningful discussions, same-day mammograms, wellness activities, and efforts to destigmatize breast health awareness in racialized communities. We extend our gratitude to our expert panelists for leading crucial conversations about breast cancer awareness and screening within black communities, as well as to Andrea Hazell MPP, Scarborough - Guildwood for her impassioned remarks. Research indicates that black individuals are often diagnosed with breast cancer at more advanced stages and are less likely to undergo screening at the recommended age. By hosting events like these, we aim to raise awareness and reduce barriers to equitable health care. Thank you to our sponsors AstraZeneca, Hologic, Inc. and Gilead Oncology for helping make this day possible! As we near the close to this year's #breastcancerawarenessmonth, we'd like to remind you of two more opportunities to be a part of community events on the topic of breast cancer - October 27: Ms. Letna's annual Healing Hope Brunch, a beloved fundraising initiative that supports SHN’s Cancer Care Program and other health organizations. This year will feature live music performances. This event will be hosted by Marcia Brown, with keynote speaker Dr. Ulana Kuwan, SHN general surgeon. Purchase your ticket: https://lnkd.in/g_Tz7cEU October 28: Scarborough Ontario Health Team is hosting a virtual town hall to provide updates to the Ontario Breast Screening Program. Join to learn more about breast health screening within our community: https://lnkd.in/gEHs9zTK

Last day to register! To close out #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth, SHN highlights these three back-to-back impactful events, celebrating efforts to engage our community with breast health screening and education! Tomorrow, October 26, is the Breast Health and Awareness Seminar for Black Communities, held by SHN and key partners. Register now for same-day mammograms, complimentary lunch, wellness activities, and panels facilitated by healthcare experts and patients with lived experience. By increasing awareness in racialized communities, we can help reduce barriers to equitable health care. https://lnkd.in/gGaKEmPd October 27 is the eighth staging of Ms. Letna's annual Healing Hope Brunch, a beloved fundraising initiative that supports SHN’s Cancer Care Program and other health organizations. This year will feature live music performances. This event will be hosted by Marcia Brown, with keynote speaker Dr. Ulana Kuwan, SHN general surgeon. Purchase your ticket: https://lnkd.in/g_Tz7cEU And on October 28, Scarborough Ontario Health Team is hosting a virtual town hall to provide updates to the Ontario Breast Screening Program. Join to learn more about breast health screening within our community: https://lnkd.in/gEHs9zTK By attending these community events, you can help organizations engage the community and platform important discussions around breast health.

Check out what Woburn Collegiate Institute students learned during their last Working Together for Better Health session for #BreastCancerAwarenessMonth🎗️ They toured SHN Centenary's Breast Clinic and Operating Room, getting a firsthand look at the various programs involved in the journey of care for breast cancer patients, including diagnostic imaging, surgery, and cancer care services. This experience gave students a better understanding of breast health and the importance of awareness. It was also a great opportunity for the future healthcare leaders of Scarborough to discover the possibilities at SHN 🩺

The Breast Health and Awareness Seminar for Black Communities is this Saturday, and there are still some spots available! This event, hosted by SHN and community partners, is part of an ongoing community effort to provide culturally relevant information about breast health, educational panels, and screening in a safe and inclusive space. By increasing awareness in racialized communities, we can help reduce barriers to equitable health care. Attend this event for same-day mammograms, wellness activities, complimentary lunch, and panels facilitated by healthcare experts and patients with lived experience! Register now while there’s still room: https://lnkd.in/gGaKEmPd Hosted in partnership with Gilead Oncology, Black Physicians' Association of Ontario, Black Health Alliance, The Olive Branch of Hope Cancer Support Services, Scarborough Ontario Health Team, Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities (SCHC), Central East Regional Cancer Program and Toronto Central Regional Cancer Program.