What's new at HSN

What's New at HSN?

Wednesday, December 6, 2023

HSN's medical staff is using research and innovative approaches to introduce a ground-breaking classification of four stages of heart attack.

The classification will facilitate the development of novel, tissue-targeted therapies for heart attack patients, and will be used by all health care workers providing care for patients with heart attacks, and provides a better estimate of a patient’s risk of developing heart failure or other complications.

Monday, December 4, 2023

Meet Our Medical Staff!

Courtney Mullally is a Sudbury-born midwife with a passion for the field. Having started at HSN earlier this year, she looks forward to building strong interprofessional relationships and providing client-centered care.

Friday, November 24, 2023

Celebrating Allied Health Professionals!

Recreational Therapists and Social Workers may have unique focuses, but they share common ground in promoting holistic well-being. Whether it's building therapeutic connections, advocating for rights, or enhancing quality of life, both professions are all about making a positive impact for our patients. Find out why Sydnie and Laurie chose their careers in recreational therapy and social work.

Thursday, November 23, 2023

Celebrating Allied Health Professionals!

Dietitians are experts in nutrition who work with patients to create personalized nutrition, while Speech-Language Pathologists (SLPs) are the amazing communicators who help patients with their challenges with talking and swallowing! Teamwork makes the dream work as they join forces with other members of the health care team to provide a comprehensive approach. Click here to meet some of our dietitians and SLP’s.

Wednesday, November 22, 2023

Celebrating Allied Health Professionals!

Did you know that our Hand and Upper Limb Rehabilitation program receives over 1200 referrals each year? That's a testament to the important role rehabilitation plays in restoring mobility and improving the lives of our patients! Join us in recognizing our dedicated prosthetist, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists by reading their stories here.

Tuesday, November 21, 2023

Celebrating Allied Health Professionals!

From cutting-edge medical imaging to essential diagnostic testing, our technologists and technicians at HSN are instrumental in diagnosis and compassionate treatment. Meet the dedicated Anita and Samantha, as they share their impactful roles in and commitment to enhancing patient well-being.

Monday, November 20, 2023

Celebrating Allied Health Professionals!

At HSN, we have nearly 1,100 allied health professionals. All week long, we are shining a spotlight on their exceptional work, starting with staff members Kailie Arnold and Laura Johnson from our mental health programs. Discover more about their passion and dedication here.

Friday, November 17, 2023

Meet Our Medical Staff!

Dr. Seyed Hossein Saadat has always had a goal to deliver the standard of care in a safe and just environment in which diversity, inclusion and equality is valued.

Thursday, November 16, 2023

Celebrating 25 Years of Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario Service in Northern Ontario

Today we are celebrating 25 years of the Pediatric Oncology Group of Ontario (POGO) service at the Shirley and Jim Fielding Northeast Cancer Centre at Health Sciences North (HSN), bringing pediatric cancer care closer to home for Northern Ontario patients and residents!