Recruitment of New Board and Community Members
NYGH is seeking to recruit new Board and Community members who will reflect the hospital’s needs and aspirations with respect to knowledge, attributes, competencies and experience. Competencies provide the foundation for the Board composition.
Profile: Dr. Abheha Satkunaratnam, Chief of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
The desire to help people has always been a passion for Dr. Abheha Satkunaratnam. It's what laid the groundwork for his career in medicine and what guides him to volunteer his time teaching West African drumming to youth at a community centre.
Pneumonia warning signs and symptoms
Pneumonia is an infection that can pose a serious health risk to older adults, children and anyone with a compromised immune system. Respirologist Dr. Adam Hutchinson-Jaffe says it's important to keep an eye on symptoms to help determine when you should seek medical attention.
Time is brain: What you should know about strokes
The phrase "time is brain" refers to the short window of time physicians can treat the brain after a stroke. The sooner treatment can begin, the better the outcome. "Time is brain, and therefore patients must seek medical care at the first sign of a stroke," says Dr. Daniel Wong, Division Head of Neurology.
Anxiety: What you should know and how to treat it
"Excessive rumination, worry, and avoidance behaviours are hallmarks of anxiety disorders," says Clinical Psychologist Dr. Gillian Kirsh. "We all experience worry or nerves at times, but when these feelings start interfering with the quality of our life, it is time to seek treatment."
Tips on choosing a family doctor
Dr. David Eisen, Chief of Family and Community Medicine, offers useful tips on finding a family physician and how to know who is right for you.