
UHN Foundation
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Official foundation for @UHN Toronto General and Toronto Western hospitals, @TorontoRehab and @MichenerInst. Never been done is what we do.
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https://uhnfoundation.ca/ 08-06-2009 19:31:37
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Game-changing surgical care is coming to University Health Network's Toronto Western Hospital. Surgical robots, AI tools, and bright, modern spaces — all designed around patients and families — will help deliver advanced & compassionate care. Read more in The Globe and Mail ➜ tgam.ca/3ZrZW0C


🚀 Kicking off the inaugural Ci2i Launch Symposium at the iconic MaRS! Today, we unite clinicians & researchers across University Health Network & University of Toronto to accelerate innovation in #immunotherapy, from #cancer to #RegenerativeMedicine. 🔗events.myconferencesuite.com/Ci2iSymposium2… #Ci2iLaunch


Protect your brain from stroke, dementia & depression — all at once. New research co-led by University Health Network’s Dr. Aleksandra Pikula reveals everyday habits that can help reduce your risk for three of the most serious brain conditions we face as we age ➜ bit.ly/4mXvkxV Krembil Brain Institute


What if your biggest health challenge was invisible? For 1.5M Canadians with acquired brain injury, symptoms like memory loss and mood swings are often misunderstood. University Health Network teams are working to raise awareness and reimagine care ➜ bit.ly/4l4K9wT KITE Research Institute Krembil Brain Institute


Dr. Tirone David could’ve gone anywhere — but he chose University Health Network. A pioneer in heart surgery, he has saved thousands of lives and revolutionized cardiac care — now he's now the first surgeon inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame ➜ bit.ly/445DDiQ Peter Munk Cardiac Centre The Globe and Mail


2025 Inductee Dr. Tirone David is here! UHN Foundation #CWOF2025 #CWOF #CanadaThrives @cbc


Congratulations to University Health Network’s Dr. Tirone David on being the first surgeon to ever be inducted into Canada's Walk of Fame! 👏 Peter Munk Cardiac Centre #CWOF

UHN Foundation Dr. Kevin Smith University Health Network Canada’s Walk of Fame Peter Munk Cardiac Centre The Globe and Mail Congratulations to a proud Canadian!

Where others saw waste, University Health Network’s Dr. Laura Donahoe saw opportunity. By recycling cautery cords, ORs diverted more than 1,040 kg of copper from landfills — funding reusable, personalized surgical caps for staff. A win for the planet & patient care ➜ bit.ly/404Ni7W


Could AI make sleep apnea diagnosis simpler, safer — and possible from home? University Health Network’s KITE Research Institute trained AI to analyze breathing sounds and distinguish between obstructive and central sleep apnea — with more than 80% accuracy ➜ bit.ly/44hNOC2 KITE Research Institute


On May 28, Dr. Lisa Boivin (Lisa Boivin PhD - Dr. Littlewolf) hosted an Arts-Based Open House for the University Health Network community. 🎨 The engaging afternoon invited participants to explore #IndigenousKnowledge through creativity and learn more about Lisa's workshops. Read more ➡️ uhnresearch.ca/news/arts-base…


At UHN Foundation, we work seamlessly to help University Health Network deliver world-class health care, conduct groundbreaking research and educate tomorrow’s health leaders. We’re a proud part of UHN – Canada's Hospital 🍁

Millions of Canadians are living with acquired brain injury — often invisible, complex and misunderstood. Learn the signs, the impacts, and the work University Health Network is doing to change the future of brain injury care ➜ bit.ly/3SZm5Qf #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth Krembil Brain Institute KITE Research Institute


Your brain controls everything — what happens when it doesn’t? This #BrainInjuryAwarenessMonth, learn 4 key things you should know about acquired brain injury and how University Health Network teams are redefining care and recovery ➜ bit.ly/3SZm5Qf Krembil Brain Institute KITE Research Institute


The Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research at Peter Munk Cardiac Centre continues to welcome nominations for the Best Cardiovascular Science of the Decade Awards — celebrating research that has transformed cardiac care. Nominate today! Peter Munk Cardiac Centre Ted Rogers Centre for Heart Research

Canada has a rare chance to lead in global health innovation. Through our Canada Leads initiative, University Health Network is recruiting top scientists from Canada and around the world. With donor support, their breakthroughs can have world-changing impact ➜ bit.ly/44h1hsS


Doctors use experimental #stemcell product that helped 10/12 patients with #TD1 wean off all #insulin with a single dose. Canadian patient insulin free for 2 years. Therapy also eliminated episodes of severe #hypoglycaemia University Health Network Diabetes CTV News ctvnews.ca/health/article…

On #NationalIndigenousPeoplesDay, University Health Network gathered in the new Indigenous Wellness Centre — a space for the community, built by the community. The Indigenous Wellness Centre reflects our ongoing commitment to integrating Indigenous knowledge & leadership into every aspect of care.

Earlier this month, wildfire smoke made Toronto one of the most polluted cities in the world — but what does that mean for your health? University Health Network’s Dr. John Granton breaks down the risks and how to protect yourself. Read more ➜ bit.ly/4k1mHju #Wildfires #AirQuality
