Events Congratulations to Dr. Baker and St Michael’s Hospital! The waiting time in Ontario for organs specifically kidney is fairly long. The “Be a donor” campaign is one of the initiatives implemented by Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN), government agency that coordinates and manage organ and tissue donation, in order to raise awareness for the importance of organ and tissue donation and to register their consent for donation. TGLN, awarded Dr. Andrew Baker, Chief, Department of Critical Care Medical Director, Trauma Neurosurgery Program at St. Michael’s Hospital for a Lifetime Achievement Award. Dr. Andrew Baker’s strong advocacy has significantly contributed to the advancement of organ donation in Ontario. Further, his leadership in donation science has illustrated his dedication to advancing donation practices. St. Michael’s Hospital is the recipient for the Hospital Achievement Award from TGLN. The hospital’s conversion rate of more than 80% in 2014/2015 greatly exceeded the provincial target of 67%.
Dr. Baker with his wife Jane Merkley
Kudos to everyone involved in the conversation with patients and families about organ and tissue donation during end-of life decision making. You are the unsung heroes of all the patients on the wait list waiting patiently for their turn to receive that life saving and life changing organs.
World Kidney Day World Kidney Day aims to raise awareness of the importance of our kidneys to our overall health and to reduce the frequency and impact of kidney disease and its associated health problems worldwide.
World Kidney Day organization
St Michael’s Staff…raising awareness on kidney care Dr. Phil Mcfarlane provided a talk on Early Kidney Disease: Signs and Prevention. St. Michael’s home dialysis staff involved in organizing the event. William Osler Health Care Center had various booth displays in their auditorium. Some staff from SMH were invited as guest speakers for the day.
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