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We look forward to staying in touch with you. You can find some of our latest stories and updates below from patients and donors about the impact that philanthropy has had at North York General.

Mandy and Karen, Labour and Delivery, North York General Hospital

From Nurse to Patient and Back Again: Mandy’s Story

May 7, 2024

Mandy Bhachhoo lives four minutes — door to door — from her nearest neighbourhood hospital. But on the day she brought her first baby into the world, she decided to take a detour.

Seanna Millar, President & CEO, North York General Foundation

One Year in a Blink: Seanna Millar Reflects on her First Year with the Foundation

May 3, 2024

It was ‘minute five’ of her first day as the President and CEO of North York General Foundation, when Seanna Millar realized, ‘this hospital is different.”

Your Impact on Research and Innovation (R&I)

April 19, 2024

By encouraging unique and depthful collaborations between clinicians and researchers at North York General (NYGH), the R&I program aims to translate their insights into improved care, safety, and health outcomes for patients and families.

My Healing Journey at North York General

April 16, 2024

It’s been 12 years since a terrible car accident changed my life in a blink, and my healing journey continues. Thankfully, North York General Hospital (NYGH) was there for me during this life-defining moment and continues to be here for me today.

Charting Hope: NYGH’s ‘MyJourney’ App Ready to Revolutionize Breast Cancer Patient Care

Charting Hope: ‘MyJourney’ Extension Means App Ready to Revolutionize Breast Cancer Care.

April 11, 2024

In the blink of an eye, a breast cancer diagnosis can change the trajectory of a person’s life. In that intense moment of disruption, the diagnosed individual is commonly confronted with a list of responsibilities and tasks, further compounding the stress of this challenging time.

Dr. Frank Mastrogiacomo Performs Life-Changing Surgery

March 28, 2024

You bend over to tie your shoelaces to go for a run – and then it happens. Pain shoots through your hip. You pause, exhaling, before slowly tying the laces and standing up. You are frustrated that completing this small task hurts, and makes you feel older than your years.

Shabana’s Story: Honouring Her Mother Through Life-Changing Care

March 28, 2024

"I have cancer.” Everything changed in a blink when Shabana heard her mom’s diagnosis. Despite being a nurse, Shabana could hardly process the words. It was a painful time for the whole family.

Julia’s Story: A Final Push, An Everlasting Pull

March 28, 2024

Julia was experiencing a wide range of emotions: excitement around starting a family with her fiancé Ryan, anticipation of the birth, concern about going through labour and delivery for the first time, but most of all joy about becoming a mom.

From Facing Advanced Colon Cancer to Growing Our Family

March 20, 2024

When I was 29, I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer, recurring when I was 31. After beating it twice, I thought my health challenges were finally behind me. I was determined to live life to the fullest, which at 38 meant enjoying time with my wife and infant son, closing out my term as a school board trustee.

Your impact on cancer care

March 18, 2024

Given that one in two Canadians will be diagnosed with cancer in their lifetime, it is essential to have access to exceptional cancer care closer to home. Donors to North York General (NYGH) enable the purchase of advanced diagnostic equipment and enhanced innovation for the over 5,000 patients with cancer that our teams treat every year.

Post-Partumn Nurses at North York General Hospital Hugging

Women caring for women at NYGH

March 4, 2024

Each and every day across North York General Hospital (NYGH), inspiring women are hard at work making a difference for our patients and their families. This International Women’s Day (IWD), we are celebrating the impact of female leaders by shining a spotlight on some of the incredible work being done by women, for women in our Maternal and Newborn program.

More living to do

March 1, 2024

My husband and I were on a trip in Ireland in 2017 when I first noticed a spot of blood in my stool. When it became more pronounced in 2018, my family doctor referred me to a Toronto hospital for a colonoscopy.

Your impact on emergency

February 29, 2024

Our Emergency Department (ED) remains one of the busiest in the Greater Toronto Area, serving on average 325 patients a day, and as our community grows, this volume will only increase. I’m thrilled that we now have a modern and people-centred space to help us care for even more people.

Your Impact on Cardiac Care at North York General Hospital

Your impact on cardiology

February 23, 2024

Each year NYGH provides cardiac care throughout the hospital to thousands of patients in our community.

Dr. Kareem Morant, Directory of Cardiology, North York General Hospital

Heart health 101: Q&A with Dr. Kareem Morant

February 10, 2024

February is Heart Month, and Cardiologist Dr. Kareem Morant, director of the clinic, weighs in on insights and tips to establish strong heart health.

Care at North York General got my mother back on her feet

January 30, 2024

This past summer, I was visiting my parents in North York from Winnipeg, when my 72-year-old mother had a serious accident.

Your impact on palliative care

January 30, 2024

Last year was an exciting and encouraging one for the Freeman Centre for the Advancement of Palliative Care at North York General. Thanks to the support of donors, the team has numerous advancements in their mission to integrate better with the community.

Your impact on medical imaging

January 25, 2024

Here are a few examples from both the Gulshan & Pyarali G. Nanji Family Foundation Centre for Medical Imaging and our Nuclear Medicine Department that we use every day for patient care, thanks to donors.