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Oak Valley Health One of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations. Markham Stouffville Hospital and Uxbridge Hospital.

Oak Valley Health is one of Ontario’s leading community health care organizations, dedicated to delivering high quality, patient-centred care. Across our two hospitals — Markham Stouffville Hospital and Uxbridge Hospital — as well as Reactivation Care Centre, more than 480,000 patients are cared for annually. We encourage participation on all our social media channels, but ask that you follow some simple guidelines to ensure our platforms maintain a respectful environment. By interacting with our social media channels, you agree to the following guidelines:

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Through the overwhelming generosity of our communities, our foundations raise funds to assist Oak Valley Health in its mandate to provide the best in progressive community care. You can learn more about Markham Stouffville Hospital Foundation through their website (www.mshf.on.ca) and social media channels (). You can learn more about Uxbridge Hospital Foundation through their website (https://www.oakvalleyhealth.ca/uxbridge-hospital-foundation) and social media channels ().

In recognition of Nurse Practitioner Week (November 9–15), our Vice President, Clinical Operations and Chief Nursing Exe...
11/13/2025

In recognition of Nurse Practitioner Week (November 9–15), our Vice President, Clinical Operations and Chief Nursing Executive Sheri Ferkl shares this message to all our nurse practitioners. 💙💚

"I want to take a moment to recognize and honour the incredible work you do every day," says Sheri. "As a fellow nurse practitioner, I am deeply proud of the expertise, compassion, and commitment you bring to every patient encounter, every family you support, and every team you collaborate with — both within our organization and throughout the communities we serve.

"This week — and every week — I thank you for your unwavering dedication and the difference you make"

We want to make sure families and our community have the resources they need to be informed. If you or your child is ill...
11/13/2025

We want to make sure families and our community have the resources they need to be informed. If you or your child is ill, there are many different health care resources available. In order to ensure the timeliest care, the following is recommended:

▪️ Book an appointment with your family doctor or primary care provider
▪️ Community Health Clinics
▪️ Virtual Urgent Care Clinic
▪️ Health811

Our Emergency Departments are open, safe, and available for those who need immediate care. If you have a serious medical concern, please come to our Emergency Departments.

The November issue of The Link is being sent Friday. Here's the stories that will be included:▪️ Learn more about abdomi...
11/12/2025

The November issue of The Link is being sent Friday. Here's the stories that will be included:

▪️ Learn more about abdominal aortic aneurysm screening
▪️ Get tips on navigating respiratory illness season
▪️ Celebrate the official opening of CHC Stouffville's expanded location
▪️ Find out if your infant is eligible for RSV immunization
▪️ View acetaminophen recommendations from our obstetricians

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Interventional oncology — including a new thermal ablation treatment now offered at Markham Stouffville Hospital — is a ...
11/11/2025

Interventional oncology — including a new thermal ablation treatment now offered at Markham Stouffville Hospital — is a rapidly growing field driven by technological innovation, precision medicine, and the demand for minimally invasive therapies that preserve quality of life. It is increasingly recognized as the fourth pillar of modern cancer care, alongside medical, surgical, and radiation oncology.

Thermal ablation is a minimally invasive procedure in which a thin, needle-like probe is inserted through the skin and guided to the tumour using real-time imaging such as ultrasound or CT scans. Once in place, the probe delivers microwave energy to heat and destroy the tumour while minimizing damage to surrounding healthy tissue.

The procedure is performed by interventional radiologists, specialists who combine advanced imaging expertise with precision-guided treatment skills.

Meet Zachary Walbaum! 👋 As an Ethicist, Zachary helps staff, patients, and families navigate complex ethical questions i...
11/10/2025

Meet Zachary Walbaum! 👋 As an Ethicist, Zachary helps staff, patients, and families navigate complex ethical questions in health care.

Beyond his day-to-day work, he’s an educator building ethics capacity across teams, a policymaker shaping and refining organizational policies, and a researcher advancing the broader field of bioethics through his scholarly contributions.

When asked which Oak Valley Health value resonates most with him, Zachary chose trust.

“It captures the personal accountability of being trustworthy — by being reliable and showing integrity,” says Zachary. “Trust also depends on communication and connects with other values like respect, commitment, compassion, and courage. They’re all interwoven.”

Take Our Kids to Work Day was a fantastic day full of learning, interaction, and fun! 🎉Grade 9 students got a unique beh...
11/08/2025

Take Our Kids to Work Day was a fantastic day full of learning, interaction, and fun! 🎉

Grade 9 students got a unique behind-the-scenes look at life in a hospital, exploring departments like Laboratory, Diagnostic Services, and more. They even took part in hands-on simulation sessions, discovering the exciting work and people who help deliver an extraordinary patient experience.

It’s inspiring to see the next generation engaged and curious about the important work happening here every day! 🏥

Our Virtual Urgent Care Clinic is available to residents of all ages in the central region of Ontario who require timely...
11/07/2025

Our Virtual Urgent Care Clinic is available to residents of all ages in the central region of Ontario who require timely access to a nurse practitioner. Open daily from 1 to 9 p.m. for urgent, non-life-threatening conditions. 💻

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We are doing our part to keep our community healthy this flu season. Our senior leaders are leading by example, kicking ...
11/06/2025

We are doing our part to keep our community healthy this flu season. Our senior leaders are leading by example, kicking off our Flu Stops Here campaign by rolling up their sleeves to get their flu and COVID-19 vaccinations. 💉

Protecting ourselves, our patients, and our community is a top priority — but it’s something we all share responsibility for. Getting your flu shot is the most effective way to stop the spread of influenza. 💪

“Agency-free” means no more temporary staffing — all nursing and clinical services at our hospitals is now delivered ent...
11/05/2025

“Agency-free” means no more temporary staffing — all nursing and clinical services at our hospitals is now delivered entirely by our own in-house teams.

“We had great care delivered by agency nurses, so we couldn’t have done it without them, truly,” says our President and CEO Mark Fam. “But for a patient to have the same nurse caring for them day after day, it makes all the difference for their experience. The more you know each other, the more you can trust each other and lean on each other.”

The change promises greater continuity for patients and the community while giving nurses and staff renewed focus on stable, supported teams built on trust, communication, and shared purpose.

We're celebrating Medical Radiation Technologists (MRT) Week! From CT to interventional radiology, mammography, MRI, nuc...
11/04/2025

We're celebrating Medical Radiation Technologists (MRT) Week! From CT to interventional radiology, mammography, MRI, nuclear medicine, and X-ray, our MRTs play a vital role in the care we deliver. 💙💚

Meet CT Technical Specialist Hem Jha. 👋

In addition to performing scans in CT, Hem oversees daily operations, workflow coordination, and staff performance of CT within Diagnostic Services. Hem’s work supports smooth operations and future planning for CT services. He also collaborates with staff radiologists to review, update, and standardize CT protocols.

From day-to-day tasks to teamwork, Hem enjoys working with his colleagues, collaborating with other areas of care, and delivering compassionate care to patients.

“MRT Week is an opportunity to acknowledge contributions and educate the community and other areas of care about the profession and role we play in health care," says Hem. "MRTs are an integral part of our health care system whose expertise gives physicians the precise visual information needed for an accurate disease diagnosis, treatment planning, and monitoring disease progression.”

Hem shares Diagnostic Services is led by a dedicated and highly trained team of MRT professionals who bring expertise and heart into everything they do.

“We stay focused when it matters the most, and we also know how to have fun, support one another, and keep smiles shining through even on the toughest and busiest days,” says Hem.

Each year, 20,000 Canadians are diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). Early detection and timely treatment ...
11/03/2025

Each year, 20,000 Canadians are diagnosed with an abdominal aortic aneurysm (AAA). Early detection and timely treatment can significantly reduce the risk of sudden death and emergency surgery.

“Screening for AAA is just as effective as many cancer screening programs,” says Radiologist Dr. Anoosh Sharif. “Most people screened won’t have an aneurysm, but for those who do, early detection can make all the difference.”

The screening is a quick, non-invasive abdominal ultrasound performed by a registered diagnostic medical sonographer. It takes about 15 minutes and can provide lifesaving information.

Adults aged 65 and older are encouraged to talk to their primary care provider about getting screened.

Patient safety is an integral part of our honoured to care culture. This past week, we were proud to celebrate Healthcar...
11/01/2025

Patient safety is an integral part of our honoured to care culture. This past week, we were proud to celebrate Healthcare Excellence Canada's Canadian Patient Safety Week. Staff were able to take part in games and activities, including sharing instances where they see safer care in action.

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