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Cardiac Electrophysiology (EP) Lab
A lab dedicated to EP will make VGH one of the most advanced centres for complex cardiac procedures in Canada.
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Coast Capital Savings raises over $2 million for mental health research
The generosity of Coast Capital Savings has created a legacy to support care and research for those living with mental illnesses.
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Roundhouse Radio interview with Barbara Grantham and Dr. Marcel Dvorak
Don Shafer – host of Impact on Roundhouse Radio – interview with Barbara Grantham and Dr. Marcel Dvorak.
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The Art of Giving
When her relative was diagnosed with terminal brain cancer, Vancouver artist Gina Sarro found herself spending a lot of time at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH). Having experienced first-hand the incredible impact seeing art in a hospital can have on mental well-being, Gina was inspired to give back.
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Extra Warmth and Comfort for Older Patients
Thanks to a generous donation from the estate of Joan Klein, Vancouver General Hospital’s Acute Care for Elders (ACE) Units were able to purchase an additional blanket warmer and new furniture for the two lounges in the ACE Units.
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Fundraising to end blood disease
The Warrens have set the bar high. They are hoping to raise $1-million for the Hematology Research Program (HRP) at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH) so that medical staff can continue to investigate cures for blood diseases.
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Longer Healthier Lives for Men
Before his massive heart attack, Morley Lercher hadn’t given much thought to his health. The now 67-year-old played sports throughout his youth and rarely visited the doctor.
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Infection Expertise Helps Transplant Patients
When Dennis Fortin discovered that his one good lung was infected with a possibly deadly fungal disease, he knew that he would once again need a life-saving miracle at Vancouver General Hospital (VGH).
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Thank you to Bev Briscoe and all our Angel Campaign donors
This year, on Tuesday, December 1, VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation witnessed incredible acts of giving from individuals coming together to surpass our Giving Tuesday goal.
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Thank you to Bev Briscoe and all our Angel Campaign donors
This year, on Tuesday, December 1, VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation witnessed incredible acts of giving from individuals coming together to surpass our Giving Tuesday goal.
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Congratulations to our AFP Giving Hearts Award winners!
Thank you and congratulations to Devi Sangara and Coast Capital Savings.
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$3.3 million raised at 2015 Night of a Thousand Stars Gala
Over 900 guests gathered at the Vancouver Convention Centre on Saturday Nov 7th, and over $3.3 million was raised, making the 20th Anniversary of the Night of a Thousand Stars Gala a glowing success.
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Enhancing Patient Care through professional development
On November 3, 2015, nurses and allied health professionals who provide direct care to VCH patients, clients and residents were invited to attend the Robert H. N. Ho Conference: Quality in Health Care – Make a Difference!
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Unique palliative care ambulatory clinic opens
Oct 22, 2105 – Health Minister Terry Lake was on hand at the official opening of the Nancy Chan Palliative Care Ambulatory Clinic — a first of its kind in Canada thanks to a $650,000 donation to the VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation from the Chan family.
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Innovative lung cancer screening pilot program to launch at VGH
Aug 26, 2015 -Thanks to a $1.2-million-dollar gift from philanthropists Jason and Emily Ko, Founder of Viva Pharmaceutical Inc., an innovative and potentially life saving lung cancer screening pilot program is launching at VGH.
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Interview with Dr. Peter Lennox
All members of our group have donated to this Chair, most on multiple occasions. This reflects the esteem in which Dr. Clugston continues to be held, as well as the perceived importance of the chair.
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All Star Charity Gala raises $1.6 million for VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation
July 31, 2015 – The All Star Charity Gala raised $1.6 million for VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation. Twelve of Hong Kong’s top artists and entertainers traveled to Vancouver to commemorate the 22nd anniversary of Fairchild Television, as well as the 15th anniversary of Emperor Entertainment Group.
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Transplant Research Foundation of BC merges with VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation
A partnership between the Transplant Research Foundation of BC and VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation was announced at VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation’s Annual General Meeting in June.
