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100 years of visionary care with an eye toward the future
From its humble beginnings to its current reputation as a leader in ophthalmology, the growth at the Regional Eye Program mirrors the Hospital’s unwavering dedication to improving patient outcomes.
“They were like family:” Patient Karen thanks cardiac team on Nurses Week
Karen Ludlam was far from home when she needed heart surgery to repair a leaky mitral valve. But at St. Mary’s General Hospital, she found family in her cardiac nurses.
Giving back: Edgar’s story of volunteerism and generosity
St. Mary’s had been there for Edgar when he needed a pacemaker installed in his heart. For a decade after his surgery, he showed his appreciation through volunteer work.
From Ladies’ Auxiliary to She Shares: How generations of inspiring women have shaped healthcare at St. Mary’s
From Ladies’ Auxiliary to She Shares: How generations of inspiring women have shaped healthcare at St. Mary’s March 8, 2024 by St. Mary’s General Hospital Amid the strife and sorrow
The heartbeat of our community: how St. Mary’s blossomed into a centre of cardiac excellence
What started as a small program with two cardiovascular surgeons has grown over the last two decades to a robust team that provides full-service cardiac care to roughly 1.4 million Ontario residents.
Love and Resilience: A Heartfelt Journey
Donna Strauss, a dedicated employee of St. Mary’s for an impressive three decades, shares her heartfelt tale of love and loss, resilience, and newfound love blossoming amidst life’s twists and turns.
Legacy of care: compassionate care
The Sisters of St. Joseph of Hamilton instilled in our organization: that it is an honour to serve – and in particular to ensure that those most vulnerable and marginalized have access to compassionate, high-quality care.
Community generosity: the roots of investing in St. Mary’s
It started with a promise. When St. Mary’s was being built in 1923, the hospital’s advisory board established a subscription committee, tasked with gathering community donations for the project’s building fund.