Thanks to the generosity of our donors, Lakeshore General Hospital is able to ensure patients have access to the highest quality of care close to home. Donations made to Lakeshore General Hospital Foundation are used to fund the acquisition of state-of-the-art medical equipment, support significant upgrading of our hospital facilities, and assist in supporting programs and specialized training for the professional staff not covered by the Quebec government.

Your generosity makes it possible for us to elevate the quality of healthcare at the Lakeshore General Hospital and improve the lives of all those who come through our doors.

In 2024, a family medicine clinic was created to meet the needs of our community. A Family Medicine Group (FMG) is where patients can receive care and see family medicine residents. Students and interns in various disciplines can receive training and be supervised. This clinic will welcome six residents, two students, and up to 12,000 patients annually.

The introduction of robot-assisted surgery will allow us to refine the mechanics of implants and allow each procedure to be perfected according to the needs of the patient. Surgical retreatment times, operating room time, complication rate, and recovery time (including hospital stays) have all been shown to improve with the use of robot-assisted total joint replacement. Orthopedic robotics is a minimally invasive approach that will increase our throughput in the room by 25% and thus address our waiting list challenges in orthopedics.

The mannequin is being used for simulation and interactive learning by the staff of the Lakeshore, medical students, residents and nursing students. The mannequin is an indispensable tool.

The Rapid Access Clinic plays a vital role in providing timely and efficient healthcare services, improving patient outcomes, and enhancing the overall effectiveness of healthcare delivery systems. Purchasing an ultrasound machine for the Rapid Access Clinic offers several benefits.

Thank you to the Richard & Edith Strauss Foundation for honouring J. Denis Bell & Family with this donation.

Massage therapy interventions have been used to alleviate the symptoms and side effects of treatment and to meet the psychosocial needs of people with cancer. The massage therapist visits the department 3 days a week to support patients awaiting treatment in the oncology clinic.

This machine improves the trajectory for tumour management and treatment, as well as reduction of associated costs. There is no preparation for this intervention. It is a non-invasive technique for treating and preventing a cancerous tumour.