
Dr. Hyman Schipper’s quest for the root of consciousness
t isn’t surprising that a neurologist would be interested in the root of that most fundamental element of humankind, consciousness. What is surprising is that Dr. Hyman Schipper has built a theory of consciousness based on the confluence of ancient Jewish mysticism and modern physics. “Consciousness is this fiendishly elusive …

Dr. Ernesto L. Schiffrin to receive major award for outstanding research
Dr. Ernesto L. Schiffrin, JGH Physician-in-Chief, is to receive a major award in recognition of his trail-blazing research in hypertension.

A year with COVID-19: JGH is founding participant in COVID-19 biobank
The JGH is playing a key role in Canada’s largest biobank, which collects and stores samples of COVID-19 to help researchers better understand and fight the virus.

Need info on deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolisms? A new JGH website can help
Looking for information about blood clots, deep vein thrombosis and pulmonary embolisms? A new JGH website has the information you need.

Order of Canada appointment for Myer Bick, retired Foundation CEO
Myer Bick, retired President and CEO of the JGH Foundation, has been appointed to the Order of Canada in recognition of his career of distinguished service.

JGH Dental Clinic to be named in honour of Dr. Mervyn Gornitsky
Dr. Mervyn Gornitsky, the former Chief and current Emeritus Chief of the JGH Department of Dentistry, is being honoured by having the hospital’s Dental Clinic named after him.

LDI researcher wins top honour for research in biomedicine
Dr. William Foulkes, an expert in cancer genetics and a senior investigator at the Lady Davis Institute, has received the 2020 Wilder Penfield Prize for his research.

Appointment in the Division of Pulmonary Medicine
Dr. Nan Zhao has been appointed to the attending staff of JGH Division of Pulmonary Medicine in the Department of Medicine.

Major donation for research consortium to improve outcomes of lung cancer patients
A major donation has led to creation of a JGH-based consortium to improve the outcomes of lung cancer patients through customized treatments.

Three new surgeons join the JGH
Three surgeons have been newly appointed at the JGH in Colorectal Surgery, General Surgery and Neurosurgery.