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Oak Valley Health is making surgeries safer, faster, and more efficient with the help of a new smart tracking system for surgical instruments. This year, Markham Stouffville Hospital introduced a new technology called Sterile Processing Management (SPM) from Steris, a trusted name in surgical and infection prevention solutions.

Early works construction of the new Uxbridge Hospital is officially underway, marking a major milestone in the transformation of health care in Uxbridge.

Our Cardiac Device Clinic is now open at Markham Stouffville Hospital, marking another significant step in Oak Valley Health’s vision to provide high-quality, integrated care.

With measles cases on the rise both globally and in Ontario, local health experts are urging families to stay informed and take action to prevent further spread — especially in communities with lower vaccination rates.

As Markham Stouffville Hospital (MSH) celebrates its 35th birthday this year, it’s only fitting to reflect on the people who helped build its heart and soul.

We are proud to advance medical research through clinical trials, bringing innovation closer to home at Markham Stouffville Hospital, Uxbridge Hospital, and Reactivation Care Centre — while continuing to deliver safe, high-quality, and integrated care to our communities.

At Oak Valley Health, integrated care for healthier communities is more than our Vision — it’s a daily practice driven by core values of respect, trust, commitment, compassion, and courage.

Patients often expect to wear a heavy lead apron during an X-ray to shield their bodies from radiation. However, as technology has advanced, so has the approach to shielding ­— grounded in scientific research, patient safety, and improved diagnostic accuracy.

National Volunteer Week takes place April 27 to May 3. We are proud to celebrate more than 1,000 dedicated volunteers who generously give their time and service to Oak Valley Health.

Pharmacists do more than fill out prescriptions and administer vaccines. They are skilled professionals who work in diverse settings, whether it’s in the communities, hospitals, associations, governments, or pharmaceutical industries.