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A new initiative to support the cultural and spiritual needs of patients and families
(Durham Region) – April 22, 2024 –  Lakeridge Health celebrated Earth Day with the lighting of the first sacred fire at a Durham Region hospital, officially opening a new Indigenous Sacred Fire space at the Oshawa Hospital. The new Indigenous Sacred Fire space will provide an opportunity for Indigenous patients and families to access culturally appropriate services and...
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(Durham Region) – February 28, 2024 – Lakeridge Health is pleased to announce that, effective April 8, Brian Pollard will be joining the organization’s Senior Leadership Team as a Health System Executive, Clinical responsible for healthy aging, long-term care, complex continuing care, regional nephrology and diabetes, and family and community medicine.
He will also be supporting the Durham Ontario Health Team and will lead population health engagement,...
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New Health-Care Facility Brings Connected and Convenient Care Closer to Home
PICKERING, ON - February 23, 2024 – Community members, staff, local leaders, and generous donors celebrated the historic grand opening of the Jerry Coughlan Health & Wellness Centre today. The four-storey, 67,000 square foot Centre, developed through a partnership between Lakeridge Health and Northwest Healthcare...
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(Durham Region) – February 12, 2024 – Lakeridge Health is proud to announce that Cordelia Clarke Julien, Chair of the Board of Trustees, has been recognized among the 100 Accomplished Black Canadian Women . She joins an esteemed list of individuals from all walks of life who have made valuable contributions to Canadian society. 
“I’m so honoured and grateful to be included in this talented group of Black Canadian women,” said Cordelia....
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OSHAWA — Following a recent evaluation from Accreditation Canada , Lakeridge Health has earned a Stroke Distinction™ designation for achieving excellence with its acute and inpatient rehabilitation stroke services at the Oshawa Hospital. 
Accreditation Canada’s Stroke Distinction™ program is a rigorous assessment that aligns with the Canadian Stroke Best Practice Recommendations and recognizes excellence and an outstanding commitment to leadership...
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