At this special time of year, our supporters share personal holiday messages to inspire our patients and staff.
À l'occasion des Fêtes, nos donateurs ont rédigé de petits mots inspirants pour nos patients et le personnel.

Dr. Vincent Chan did a great job and the whole team was amazing !!
Thank you and be well!
-Dwayne

Au Dr Ruel et à tout le personnel de l’Institut de Cardiologie de l’Université d’Ottawa, après 5 ans entre vos mains, je me souviens des soins que vous m’avez prodigués et qui ont grandement amélioré ma qualité de vie, je vous dis donc à vous toutes et tous un grand MERCI! J’en profite également pour vous souhaiter de joyeuses fêtes ainsi qu’à vos familles!
- Jacques

Thank you to the Heart Institute's staff for their attention and care to every detail during my care at the hospital. I had a defibrillator implant procedure done. Yes, the doctors are great but the nurses are the flag bearers of care, understanding and knowledge that contribute to the efficient dispensation of care.

Thank you and Merry Christmas.
- Randy
I would like to thank Dr. Birnie for giving me his expertise in atrial fibrillation. Also to thank Jennifer Bradley for her support.
-Mary

I want to thank Dr. Toeg and the staff in the ICU and the recovery ward at the Ottawa Heart Institute for the great care that they provided to me when I had my triple bypass surgery this past March. Everyone was so thoughtful, encouraging and caring during my time in the Unit. I believe that my good recovery was a result of the care I received.
- David

26 years ago, Dr. Keon performed a double bypass on my father. Thanks to his quick intervention, dad got to meet his last grandson later that same year, enjoyed trips to Italy with the whole family, Germany and Holland on a river boat cruise, the Panama Canal, multiple family trips to Magog, Prince Edward County, Kingston, Vermont, Ogunquit .... He had a beautiful retirement filled with so many good times. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

Our sincerest HEARTfelt thanks to the incredible teams at the Ottawa Heart Institute for all that you do, every single day, for so many. You have made so much more possible for our family and we are forever grateful.
Wishing you all peace, love and joy this holiday season.
The Yetman Family -Newfoundland

As this holiday season unfolds, I want to take a moment to express my deepest gratitude. Over the past six years, your unwavering dedication, expertise, and compassion have truly been lifesaving. From the doctors and nurses to the researchers and every member of the team, you’ve been a constant source of hope, care, and strength. Thank you for all that you do—not just for me, but for so many others. Your efforts are nothing short of heroic, and I am forever grateful to have you by my side. Wishing you and your loved ones a joyful and peaceful holiday season.
- Graham

Merry Christmas and happy holidays to the amazing medical doctors, surgeon, nurses and all the staff at the Heart Institute. You took care of my mom for 30 years in the most compassionate and humane way. We can't thank you enough. We are very lucky to have such incredible institution in our region.
All the love !!!
-Walid
