Thank you to everyone who came to our pop-up celebrations as @newsweek.com's new no. 2 hospital in the world! It's amazing to see TeamUHN wearing their passion and pride on their sleeves!
More details to come for TeamUHN staff, learners and volunteers who were unable to attend in-person!
Celebrating International Women’s Day with the launch of UHNWomen's new Strategic Action Plan, an inspiring keynote from Catherine Wang, and panel on career development, nonlinear paths, and growing with intention.
Here’s to strengthening one another — and strengthening the whole.
Newsweek ranked UHN the #2 hospital in the world. Take a behind-the-scenes tour to see what makes Toronto General Hospital a global leader in care - from organ transplants to remote patient monitoring and robotics and AI in surgery.
Read more at @newsweek.com:
https://bit.ly/3OIxHID
We're celebrating the world-class team behind @newsweek.com's newly named no. 2 hospital in the world with pop-ups throughout the week!
Looking good, TeamUHN! 😍🔥
Celebrating TeamUHN's Honour Roll!
🥇 Dr. Robert Cusimano and Richard Rooney appointed to Order of Ontario
🥇 Miyo Yamashita named among 100 Most Influential CEOs in Oncology
🥇 UHN's Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Hall of Fame Inductees
Read more: https://bit.ly/40dCWCv
It's Social Work Week, and we’re recognizing Social Workers like Sarah, who supports the emotional, psychological, social, and practical needs of patients in stroke, neurological, or acquired brain-injury rehabilitation.
Thank you for all that you do!
It's Dental Assistants Recognition Week!
At UHN we are spotlighting Jason, a dental assistant who has been supporting patients through their oral care journey at UHN's Toronto Rehab.
This week we celebrate all the dental assistants across UHN who make dental care possible.
Congratulations TeamUHN! ✌️
We’ve just been named the no. 2 hospital in the world by @newsweek.com, and we’re celebrating with all of the clinicians, researchers, learners, staff, volunteers and partners that made it possible!
A special thank you to DJ Clymaxxx & Devo Brown for celebrating with us.
Thank you for your support @mark-carney.bsky.social. We hope this achievement and recognition for Canadian health care and research serves as a point of pride for all of Canada 🇨🇦.
University Health Network CEO Kevin Smith has a plan to fix hospitals – even with a dangerous shortage of money, by Trevor Cole www.theglobeandmail.com/business/rob... via @theglobeandmail.com @uhn.ca
Dr. Mali Worme, Cardiologist at UHN's Peter Munk Cardiac Centre, debunks 3 myths about heart attacks. Understanding the facts supports earlier recognition and can help save a life.
Learn more about these common misconceptions as Heart Month comes to a close:
https://bit.ly/40xIlEu
UHN has been named the no. 2 hospital in the world by @newsweek.com!
Join President and CEO Dr. Kevin Smith and the global health care community in congratulating TeamUHN. You raise the bar each and every year for A Healthier World!
Read more: https://bit.ly/4kU4RAR
UHN has been named no. 2 in the world by @newsweek.com’s World’s Best Hospitals list!
This marks UHN’s eighth consecutive year as the top universally accessible hospital globally, and the highest ranked Canadian hospital.
Read more: https://bit.ly/3P11fRz
Pink Shirt Day is a day to stand up against bullying.
Embracing differences is essential in building A Healthier World and keeping patients, families, and staff safe from bullying. TeamUHN is encouraged to wear a pink shirt to show support and raise awareness about this important social issue.
UHN is expanding access to life‑saving cardiac rehabilitation by supporting the launch of North Bay’s first fully funded cardiac rehab clinic. The collaboration is already delivering life‑changing results for patients in northern Ontario.
Learn more: https://bit.ly/4s6SGD0
A real-time cardiac procedure at UHN's Peter Munk Cardiac Centre became both a life‑saving intervention, and a global learning experience for clinicians.
Dr. Sanjog Kalra’s live case session showcased how shared expertise can improve heart care worldwide.
Read more: https://bit.ly/4cb2GXs
This Therapeutic Recreation Month, we’re recognizing Recreation Therapists like Angela, who connect patients with leisure and recreation by facilitating activities and guiding recreational goal setting.
This helps patients discover – or rediscover – meaning, joy, and well-being.
Congratulations to Dr. Robert Cusimano on his appointment to the Order of Ontario.
As an internationally acclaimed surgeon, he has redefined care for malignant cardiac tumours and leads complex cardiac surgery at UHN's Peter Munk Cardiac Centre.
Read more:
https://bit.ly/4rhuWMA
Congratulations to Richard Rooney on his appointment to the Order of Ontario.
Richard serves on the Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation Board and as a UHN Trustee. His vision helped launch Canada’s first theranostics program at Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, advancing personalized cancer care.
We're excited to announce our new partnership with FIGS!
Check out UHN's new official line of FIGS scrubs and accessories at the UHN campus store, then order and customize your look online. TeamUHN gets 20% off with your UHN email!
Learn more at the campus store or at: wearfigs.com/portals/uhn
Check out this month's UHN on the Go!
➡️ UHN welcomes Ontario Minister of Health for rTMS clinic tour
➡️ Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation celebrates the 25th anniversary of Doves of Hope
➡️ TeamUHN marks the launch of UHN's Surgery strategic action plan
Read more: https://bit.ly/4aOxA6F
National Flag of Canada Day is the anniversary of the red and white maple leaf flag, a symbol of Canadian pride and unity.
UHN is proud to celebrate our country and people, and the Canadian-born research, innovation and technologies that improve lives at home and around the world. 🍁
Canada’s Hospital is proud to cheer on Team Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympics! 🍁 🏒🎿🛷⛸️
TeamUHN is inspired by the passion and determination of every athlete stepping onto this world stage and representing the country.
Let’s go, Team Canada! 🇨🇦
Wear Red Canada is an annual initiative dedicated to raising awareness about women’s heart and vascular health.
UHN actively supports women's cardiac health through clinical care, education, and research that empowers women to take control of their heart health.
New artwork is on display at UHN's Sprott Department of Surgery!
These additions, a generous donation from @artworksforcancer.bsky.social and 6 photographs captured by members of TeamUHN, help create spaces that support calmer, more hopeful care environments for patients, families and staff.
Today is International Day of Women and Girls in Science! 👩🔬
Join us in celebrating the women who make invaluable contributions to advancing research, innovation and our mission of building A Healthier World! Meet some of these remarkable members of TeamUHN with @uhnresearch.ca 👇
It’s Resident Doctor Appreciation Week!
This week, we’re recognizing residents like William. As a teacher, clinician, researcher, and advocate, he is responsible for assessing patients’ conditions, supporting new consults, and coordinating care for timely treatment.
Seniors can be especially vulnerable during cold weather. Freezing conditions limit access to care, social connections and resources in numerous ways.
UHN's Dr. Richard Norman calls on the community to be neighbourly and offer help as temperatures drop.
Read more:
https://bit.ly/3ZebBzI
#BlackHistoryMonth is a time to honor the significant contributions and resilience of Black people across all identities. It is also an opportunity for TeamUHN to reflect on the ongoing work to eradicate anti-Black racism and create a more equitable society.
Meet Dr. Paul Comper, a UHN neuropsychologist heading to the 2026 Winter Olympics to support more than 150 NHL players by assessing and treating concussions.
Learn about his role, as well as the tools and testing involved in keeping athletes safe: https://bit.ly/4ru1ant
