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Hospital eyes redevelopment of aging operating suites, pharmacy and lab
Minister of Health Deb Matthews speaks to Nurallah Rahim, Surgical Patient Care Director at TSH, during a recent tour of the operating suites at the hospital.  |
The Scarborough Hospital is currently working on plans to redevelop the operating suites at the General campus, and recently had the opportunity to give Ontario Minister of Health Deb Matthews a first hand look at the aging facility.
Built in 1956, the operating rooms are located in the oldest part of the hospital. They are too small for many modern pieces of surgical equipment, and the current electrical, plumbing and HVAC systems no longer meet requirements.
Last fall, Scarborough Centre MPP Brad Duguid announced a $3 million grant to support planning for the redevelopment that would house 16 full operating rooms and four rooms for minimally invasive procedures.
The hospital is about to formally ask the province to approve and support TSH's need for a significant redevelopment of the existing surgical suites, sterile processing department, pharmacy, laboratory and necessary supporting infrastructure at the General campus.
"Minister Matthews seems to understand our need," says Dr. Steve Jackson, Chief of Staff. "She asked several good questions and showed a genuine interest. We feel something is really going to happen."
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TSH launches community health blog:
Top Tips for Staying Healthy
More and more, people are turning to the internet as their primary source of information for everything from product reviews to health advice. But finding a trusted source can be challenging.
To help our community find reliable, relevant health advice, The Scarborough Hospital has launched the Top Tips for Staying Healthy blog, with weekly postings containing proactive advice from our own healthcare professionals.
This week's postings have included back-to-school tips for hand hygiene and making healthy, child-friendly lunches, as well as ways to avoid overheating during the city's Extreme Heat Alert.
Readers can comment on posts, and we hope to develop this blog into a dynamic online forum that addresses the issues and concerns impacting our global community on a daily basis.
We welcome your questions or ideas for future posts on the blog.
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Free information session on diabetes:
Diabetes and YouThis free information session is for anyone who wants to learn more about type 1 or type 2 diabetes, gestational diabetes, and/or pre-diabetes. September 30/2010 from 6-9pmIn the Scarborough Civic Centre Council Chambers (150 Borough Drive)
Featured Speaker (7pm):Dr. F. Khan MD, FRCPC, FACE Come hear Dr. Khan, a well-known endocrinologist (diabetes doctor), speak about diabetes. You can also:- Get information on diabetes prevention or management
- Speak to a nurse or dietitian about your diabetes in English, Tamil, Cantonese, Hindi, Farsi, Italian, or Polish
- Find out about a free diabetes education centre close to you
- Talk to representatives from various companies about their products including blood glucose meters
*** Refreshments will be served *** Brought to you by: West Hill Community Services The Scarborough Hospital Rouge Valley Health System Please call 416-847-4086 ext. 4073 for more information |
Mid-Autumn Ball  Saturday, September 25, 2010Hosted by the Scarborough Chinese Outreach Committee, the Mid-Autumn Ball is a spectacular gala featuring fine cuisine and excellent entertainment. More information is available here, or you may contact the Scarborough Chinese Outreach Committee at 416-720-3900. |
Scarborough Garden Party
 Saturday, October 2, 2010Hosted by the Punjani family at their Bridle Path home, the Scarborough Garden Party will bring together community leaders to celebrate Scarborough's wonderful diversity. The afternoon will feature epicurean delights and entertainment from India, China and Greece. This fundraiser will support The Scarborough Hospital's orthopedic and pediatric departments. For more information, to purchase tickets or to sponsor the Scarborough Garden Party, click here. |
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Situated in the most diverse community in Canada,
The Scarborough Hospital (TSH) delivers innovative, high-quality patient care
at two hospital campuses and six satellite sites. The Scarborough Hospital is a
regional centre for dialysis and is renowned for its sexual assault care centre
and mental health programs. Affiliated with the University of Toronto, TSH is
also a referral centre for vascular surgery, pacemakers and corneal implants. The
Scarborough Hospital's vision is to be recognized as Canada's leader in
providing the best healthcare for a global community. Here at TSH, we embrace
and celebrate our community's unique religious and multicultural heritage, and
are proud of the culturally sensitive care we provide on a daily basis.
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