Why your donation matters
NYGH is committed to providing exceptional care for patients and their families, providing world-class compassionate care for over 420,000 patients each year. Chances are you, or someone you know, are one of them.
But did you know that NYGH relies on community donations to keep the hospital equipped with state-of-the-art technology, and to meet the demands of our growing community?
That’s why your donation matters. The gift you make today will help NYGH provide exceptional care across generations – right here in your own backyard.
Celebrating your support
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A young life saved by urgent care
February 23, 2021 is a day I will never forget. It began with my healthy and spirited four-year-old daughter Kylie heading to kindergarten and turned into the longest night of our lives. It’s the day when rapid response and extraordinary care from the team at North York General Hospital (NYGH) saved my daughter’s life.
Stuart’s story: An ordinary day ends with extraordinary care
It began like any other bright sunny day. The weather was warm, inviting us outside for some exercise. I was excited to get back to cycling, but I never imagined that an ordinary ride would end with me in the Charlotte & Lewis Steinberg Emergency at North York General Hospital (NYGH).
Bruno’s story: compassionate care during an unexpected illness
Bruno's Story - My parents decided to drive to the Charlotte & Lewis Steinberg Emergency at NYGH to have my dad checked out.
Brooke’s story: The relief of the right diagnosis
As parents, one of the most important jobs we do is advocate for our children — which is especially true when they’re having a health crisis.
Shabana’s story – Giving back through a legacy donation
Giving, sharing and volunteering have always been an integral part of my life. As a young girl growing up in Pakistan, I saw my parents giving more than receiving.
Dr. Sandy Buchman — Freeman Family Chair in Palliative Care
I cannot help but reflect on how the experience of the COVID-19 pandemic has made the transition back to a palliative care-centred environment even more timely.
Rolando Idolor’s Story
Rolando Idolor and his family knew all along that North York General was where he needed to be to get the care that saved his life.
Q&A’s with Speech Language Pathologists
Speech Language Pathologists at North York General Hospital provide services to all inpatient medical and surgical programs.
Gerald’s Story
When Gerald Prenick arrived at the emergency department, he was by himself, and the two nurses did whatever they could to help him.
Child Life Specialist Esther Huang
If you’ve ever had to take a child to the hospital – your own, a niece, a nephew – chances are you were scared. Maybe you didn’t know what to expect, or feared that your child wouldn’t understand what was going on. Maybe you were anxious yourself, and didn’t know how to explain the situation.
Mrs. Tan’s Story
In May, I experienced an exceptionally painful stomach ache. Concerned, I called my family doctor, who advised me to go to the hospital immediately because my symptoms were similar to those of COVID-19.
World Spine Day — Q&A with Fadi Chayab, BSc., D.C.
World Spine Day — Q&A with Fadi Chayab, BSc., D.C.Director of Operations, North York General Assessment and Wellness Centre
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