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Patient care beyond the frontline
September 15, 2023
Carrie Chen has worked at Oak Valley Health as a patient relations specialist for almost a year, starting in November 2022. However, she is not new to the health care field, having worked in a frontline capacity for five years in previous roles.
Boost immunity and brain power with nutritious, seasonal foods this fall season
September 15, 2023
Fall time often brings a season of change as we say goodbye to warm weather and long days, and say hello to the return of cooler temperatures, back-to-school routines, and hearty, comforting meals.
New app ensures patients’ ‘Voyce’ is heard
September 15, 2023
Oak Valley Health serves some of the country’s most diverse communities, and ensuring our patients receive care in a way they can understand and feel comfortable is part of the overall patient experience.
Our people are rising to the occasion
August 28, 2023
On April 27, we proudly launched our Resilience in Stressful Events (RISE) program across the organization. RISE offers confidential, anonymous, and timely peer support to staff, professional staff, and volunteers who have been affected by a stressful, patient-related event.
Uxbridge Hospital redevelopment one step closer to construction
July 14, 2023
Following the provincial government’s approval in April 2022 to build the new hospital on the existing Uxbridge Hospital site, the project has now received further approval to secure a design architect and develop the full plan for the new facility.
An enhanced model of care to better serve patients
July 14, 2023
Over the past year, Oak Valley Health has been working to launch a new role on its medicine units that will enhance the model of care and clinical staff workflow to provide optimal patient care.
Beat the heat: tips to keep you safe this summer
July 14, 2023
At last, summer is here! However, with the summer months comes heat, sun exposure, water activities, and more that can result in health risks. “During the summer months, we generally see a rise in cases involving heat and sun,” says Dr.
Within arms reach
July 11, 2023
How portable diagnostic technology is keeping our patients close to quality care As a proud Uxbridge resident of more than 40 years, David is grateful for the comfort, safety, and strong sense of community it has provided him and his family.
Caring for those who care for us
July 11, 2023
Our Uxbridge physicians—many of whom are local residents themselves—care for our patients through some of their most difficult moments, bringing them hope, comfort, and confidence in their health care. To show our appreciation to these dedicated professionals, the Uxbridge Hospital Foundation has mobilized one-of-a-kind supports to help them continue building their careers locally while nurturing...
Hometown heroes
July 11, 2023
Port Perry mother grateful to the hospital that helped save her son’s life Stephanie Barker faced a mother’s worst nightmare when, at just two weeks old, her newborn baby Jack suddenly fell seriously ill.