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KGH hosts national conference on Patient- and Family-Centred Care

After months of planning, Kingston General Hospital hosted its first major conference on Thursday, May 9 and Friday, May 10. The event brought together about 300 people from across the province and country, representing both patients and a broad range of health care organizations. Read More about KGH hosts national conference on Patient- and Family-Centred Care

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New Automated Drug Cabinets - up and running

The Automated Drug Cabinet project is picking up steam. Several cabinets were installed earlier this year in our Emergency Department. Now for the first time, cabinets are in place and working on our inpatient units as well, namely Kidd 4 and Davies 4 ICU. Read More about New Automated Drug Cabinets - up and running

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Cancer centre physician awarded patient-centred research grant

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Nurse helping patient, follow up appointment, cancer care, evaluation

The Canadian Cancer Society has created a new category of research grant that focuses on improving the patient experience, and a physician practicing at the Cancer Centre of Southeastern Ontario at Kingston General Hospital is among the first to receive it. Read More about Cancer centre physician awarded patient-centred research grant

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Step up to fight cancer - register a 'Relay for Life' team

Many of us have been touched by cancer and on June 7, you can make a difference by simply putting one foot in front of the other. That's the concept behind Relay for Life, a 12-hour spirited fundraising event. Read More about Step up to fight cancer - register a 'Relay for Life' team

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Patient & Family Feedback Forums-new care initiative

Patient Experience Advisor Jennifer Dee

Kingston General Hospital has been partnering with patients and their families in a number of new and exciting ways, all with a view to create the best possible patient experience. Now, there's another innovative patient- and family-centred care initiative that is set to become regular practice. Read More about Patient & Family Feedback Forums-new care initiative

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Nutrition Services department earns healthy food choices award

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The Kingston General Hospital Nutrition Services department is savouring a new award. The Atrium Café has been given a bronze certificate in the 'Eat Smart! Award of Excellence' program. Read More about Nutrition Services department earns healthy food choices award

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KGH joins 'The Gift of 8 Movement'

Just because you've signed your organ donor card doesn't mean it's official. That's why the Trillium Gift of Life Network and Kingston General Hospital are encouraging everyone to register online instead. Read More about KGH joins 'The Gift of 8 Movement'

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KGH Auxiliary donation supports Cancer Centre patients

It may not be all that high-tech but the Kingston General Hospital Auxiliary's latest equipment donation is sure having a big impact on patient care. It's a new water and ice dispenser, now up and running in our Cancer Centre. Read More about KGH Auxiliary donation supports Cancer Centre patients

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Trauma Service to tour teens around parts of KGH

Trauma Services at Kingston General Hospital will soon be hosting a high school field trip like no other. The P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk-related Trauma in Youth) program brings teenagers right into the hospital so they can see for themselves the possible results of risky behaviour. Read More about Trauma Service to tour teens around parts of KGH

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