Advancing burns treatment and research at Hamilton Health Sciences
…Atherosclerosis Research Institute (TAaRI), located at the David Braley Cardiac, Vascular, and Stroke Research Institute on the campus of Hamilton General Hospital (HGH). Dr. Jeschke’s burn research lab is supported…
Longtime friend and patient wishes HHS Dr. Wes Oczkowski a happy retirement
Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) is saying goodbye to Dr. Wes Oczkowski, who retires this month after an illustrious 40-year career as a neurologist specializing in stroke and rehabilitation. But one…
Passing the baton to the next generation of HHS stroke care doctors, researchers
…in stroke care and research, nationally and internationally. Thirteen stroke neurologists work at HGH, including world leaders in the field. A stroke neurology fellowship training program through the Boris Foundation…
New study shows drug prevents major bleeding after surgery
…cause an increase in deep vein clotting known as VTE, heart attack or non-hemorrhagic stroke in the 30 days after surgery. “With tranexamic acid safely and effectively reducing surgical bleeding,…
A blood test can identify complications after heart surgery
…had experienced a major vascular complication, such as heart attack, stroke, or life-threatening blot clot. These results show that under the current guidelines, many patients who have been identified as…
We can all play a role in preventing Emergency Department gridlock
…do prioritize the sickest patients such as those experiencing traumatic injuries or those having a stroke or heart attack.” Gridlock is a term used by hospitals when inpatient beds are…