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We're growing the STEM community one student at a time! At this recent workshop hosted by UHN's STEM Pathways program, grade 11 and 12 students were invited to the Image-Guided Discovery Lab at UHN's Toronto General Hospital for the first time. #TeamUHN scientists, trainees and research staff gave the group an introductory lesson to human anatomy, exploring the heart, spine and brain through 3D-printed models. Staff volunteers also lead a tour of the lab, showcasing the type of work they do and the clinical applications of 3D printing. Learn more about UHN STEM Pathways, discover how we strive to make STEM more accessible, and register for upcoming events: https://bit.ly/4bDHVRF

Women comprise more than 73% of #TeamUHN. Simply put, UHN could not be Canada’s no. 1 hospital without the dedication and excellence of women working across patient care, research, and education each day. We have a collective responsibility to create environments where women are empowered, respected, and celebrated no matter their background or current circumstances. The power of all is required to make meaningful change. Join us today, and every day, in spotlighting women's achievements, recognizing adversities, and supporting our friends and colleagues. #InternationalWomensDay #IWD

This week, we shine a spotlight on the amazing dental assistants at UHN! Meet Celia Filipe, one of #TeamUHN's Preventative Dental Assistants, who plays a foundational role in ensuring dental practices run smoothly while delivering exceptional care to patients. “What I love about being a dental assistant is serving patients and supporting them through their treatment journey. As dental assistants, we are a patient's first contact with the dental clinic. We introduce ourselves and make them feel comfortable and relaxed before they see the dentist.” To Celia and all the dental assistants at UHN: your hard work and commitment make a lasting impact on every patient you care for. Thank you for all that you do! #DentalAssistantsRecognitionWeek #TeamUHN #DentalAssistant

?? Introducing UHN’s new Research Strategic Action Plan: Bold Resolve—Science for Society! As Canada’s largest research hospital, UHN is committed to pushing the boundaries of discovery, innovation, and impact. Our new Research Strategic Action Plan lays the foundation for: ?? Transformative Experiences – Elevating research environments and fostering collaboration ?? Solutions Beyond Boundaries – Leveraging cutting-edge technologies to advance health solutions ?? Alignment for Impact – Strengthening team science to integrate research into care and enhance health systems Science continues to transform the way we understand and treat disease, and UHN’s research community is ready to lead. This is our call to action—researchers, learners, partners, and innovators: Together, we are ready. Read more and join us in shaping the future of health research: https://lnkd.in/gPpSt7z2 #UHNResearch #BoldResolve #ScienceForSociety

It's #NutritionMonth at UHN! As health care professionals, it can be a challenge to balance on-the-go schedules with the time and attention needed to maintain healthy eating habits. That's why #TeamUHN registered dietitians are sharing their top science and evidence-based practices for busy lifestyles. As dietitians, Sarah, Alex, Kaitlin, Elizabeth and Veronica work directly with patients alongside clinical colleagues, contribute to food and nutrition services, and hold leadership positions to enhance patient care. Their specialized knowledge and skills translate the science of nutrition into practice, advancing the role of food in medicine and health. Join us in celebrating the Clinical Nutrition and Nutrition Services teams at UHN for their collaborative efforts in meeting the complex nutritional needs of patients. In the spirit of this year's Nutrition Month theme, let us know how you "Nourish to Flourish" below!

Menopause Works Here. In celebration of International Women's Day, UHN Women hosted a live discussion about peri-menopause, menopause, and their relation to the workplace setting. Women comprise over 73% of the workforce at UHN, and it is vital that we engage in conversations that impact so many of our friends and colleagues. We hope that everyone who joined us in-person and online at the virtual viewing parties was able to take away new insights, relatable stories, and meaningful connections. Thank you to our speakers and panelists: assata mckenzie, TeamUHN Wellness Lead Darlene Dasent, EVP, CFO, UHN Kathy Apazidis, Environmental Services Associate, UHN Kyla Kumar, VP, Communications & Brand Strategy, UHN Marla Kaye, M.A., RP, Sr. Clinical Manager, Centre for Mental Health, UHN Michelle K., Sr. Director, People & Culture, UHN Sheila Wijayasinghe MD, CCFP, Menopause and Sex Therapy Certified Family Physician Susy Hota, Division Head, Infectious Disease, Medical Director, Infection Prevention & Control, UHN Trish Barbato, Co-Founder of the Menopause Foundation of Canada Thank you to the organizers at UHN Women for spearheading this important dialogue and for boldly championing equitable and inclusive opportunities for women to lead, grow, and achieve professional fulfillment. #IWD #InternationalWomensDay

March is #NutritionMonth! Introducing myPlate, an initiative that gives patients the opportunity to choose their meals with the help of a dietary aide. The initiative is part of a larger four-phase plan to improve food and service for in-patients across multiple UHN sites, promote food consumption and reduce overall food waste. "When people can select what they want to eat, they're typically going to like it, so they're going to have the proper intake and that helps in their recovery," says Dylan Xu, Nutrition Services Manager for Patient Food Delivery at UHN sites. Learn more about myPlate and the ongoing improvement initiatives with UHN Nutrition Services: https://lnkd.in/g2paDmjh

How is artificial intelligence being used to improve outcomes for cardiac patients? UHN's Peter Munk Cardiac Centre AI team has led over 135 transformative projects, many of which have been published in top medical journals worldwide. Our cardiologists and surgeons are employing AI algorithms to analyze massive amounts of imaging and biological data from ultrasounds, MRIs, CT scans and more to better predict heart health risks. The results are leading to more accurate risk forecasts and more personalized treatment plans for stroke, heart failure, aortic aneurysms and other conditions. “The future of medicine is going to be AI-enabled," says Dr. Barry Rubin, medical director of Peter Munk Cardiac Centre. "Algorithms that the AI team has developed are being used by health-care providers and researchers around the world and are impacting the lives of millions of patients.” Explore some of the groundbreaking projects that are currently underway with our AI team in today's The Globe and Mail feature: https://lnkd.in/gRnUiTx6

Researchers at UHN's Princess Margaret Cancer Centre have identified a new classification of T-cell acute lymphoblastic leukemia, an aggressive form of bone marrow and blood cancer. In a team led by Drs. Anastasia Tikhonova, Mark Gower, and Soheil Jahangiri, researchers analyzed the molecular and genetic profiles of patient bone marrow samples at the single-cell level to find new biomarkers of high-risk disease. They found that about one-third of the samples had elevated markers of inflammation and were more like stem cells, which is a sign of cancer development and growth. This new classification offers hope for personalized therapy for patients. Read more about the research: https://lnkd.in/gcNpfcWC

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