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Share Your StoRyVirtual care receives major boost, enhancing care across BC
A generous donation from philanthropists Alan and Gwendoline Pyatt is empowering the Virtual Health team at Vancouver General Hospital to advance…
Bob Saunders: a Vancouver visionary
Bob Saunders knows how investment today pays off for future generations. This philosophy has guided his choices in his successful career, and has led to transformative gifts in health care.
Top Stories of 2021
The top five most-read stories in 2021 are ones of hope, legacy, and resilience
$3M gift from Stephens family supports Withdrawal Management Centre
The Stephens family donates $3M towards a new, purpose-built VCH Withdrawal Management Centre
COVID-19: A nurse’s struggle to survive
Jaclyn Robinson, a young mother and nurse, was one of the first patients admitted to VGH with COVID-19
Take care: four unexpected sources of mental health distress
Psychiatrist Dr. Cameron Anderson shares several unexpected sources of mental distress that when addressed can help your mental wellbeing
2021 Leadership Award Recipients: BC’s Health Care Workers
Thank you to all BC Health Care Workers who each play a vital role in our health care system
$1 million raised! Thank you for supporting our stars
Funds raised support the future of our health care system, driving innovation and providing better health care for all British Columbians
Take care: improve your mental and physical wellbeing
Psychiatrist Dr. Allan Burgmann shares his research-based recommendations on taking time for yourself and your mental health
Spinal surgeon donates $1M to build ‘Living Lab’
Dr. Brian Kwon donates $1M in award winnings to establish a “Living Lab” for spinal cord injury research and care
Saved from the brink: Rescue in the ICU
After falling into river rapids, Jesse’s heart stopped and VGH was the only place that could help
The Nurse Educator
Nurse Educator Jemima Fitz-Gerald shares the complex and multi-layered work she does every day
Health Check: Before and After a Stroke Strikes
Do you know the signs of a stroke? Neurologist Dr. Thalia Field shares some expert tips
The next generation of care
Investing in health care superstars will mean the best care for all of us. And donors can play a vital role.
Floral Street Art Spreads Gratitude at VGH
Thank you for visiting our floral gratitude hearts at VGH. These displays were organized by…
Remembering Peter Bentley, OC, OBC
It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of an extraordinary community leader, philanthropist, our Foundation’s founding Chairman and close friend Peter Bentley (1930-2021).
