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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 ().

Need quick access to care for your kid? Community Health Clinic Stouffville offers rapid access for children to provider...
02/27/2026

Need quick access to care for your kid? Community Health Clinic Stouffville offers rapid access for children to providers who specialize in paediatric care!

Avoid the wait with online booking for same-day and next-day appointments available Monday to Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

We love to see it!
02/27/2026

We love to see it!

Paul Husbands is one of our Stockless Inventory Attendants. Paul is also a member of Oak Valley Health’s Black Collabora...
02/26/2026

Paul Husbands is one of our Stockless Inventory Attendants. Paul is also a member of Oak Valley Health’s Black Collaborative Network (BCN), formerly the Network for Black Employees (NBE). The BCN is a voluntary group that amplifies Black voices and focuses on matters pertinent to staff, physicians, volunteers, and other partners within Black communities across Oak Valley Health and beyond.

"It’s been a wonderful experience to speak with other members of the BCN, learn about different cultural experiences, and reflect on our history,” says Paul. “I find the BCN to be very informative and inspirational, and I would recommend joining. It’s nice to be part of creating a community where we can learn from each other.”

While vacationing in the Bahamas with his family, Dr. Henry Solow, a 35-year veteran haematologist-oncologist at Markham...
02/25/2026

While vacationing in the Bahamas with his family, Dr. Henry Solow, a 35-year veteran haematologist-oncologist at Markham Stouffville Hospital, experienced a sudden cardiac arrest. After being rushed to a nearby hospital, Dr. Solow ended up at Markham Stouffville Hospital by air ambulance shortly after.

“Going from doctor to patient to doctor was nothing,” Dr. Solow insists. “I was just touched, because half the hospital came to see me: doctors, nurses from my clinic and other wards, lab staff. It was nothing short of exceptional.”

After his recovery, Dr. Solow returned to work one month later.

Learn more about his journey at oakvalleyhealth.ca

Today we proudly celebrated Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse 🐴 with a special celebration at Markham Stouffville...
02/23/2026

Today we proudly celebrated Lunar New Year and the Year of the Horse 🐴 with a special celebration at Markham Stouffville Hospital that featured meaningful customs, traditional food, and an exciting performance by Taishan School of Martial Arts.

We wish all those that celebrate happiness, prosperity, and good health.

Were you inspired by the athletes at the Milan Cortina Olympics? 🏅❄️From record-breaking feats to stories of resilience,...
02/22/2026

Were you inspired by the athletes at the Milan Cortina Olympics? 🏅❄️

From record-breaking feats to stories of resilience, the Olympics show what’s possible when we prioritize health. But you don’t need to be an Olympian to live well. A preventative approach — including regular exercise — can help build strength, mobility, and longevity.

“Olympic athletes inspire us to be active,” says Dr. James Carson, a family physician specializing in sport and exercise medicine. “We may never ski or skate as fast as they do, but maintaining consistent exercise habits is key to long-term health.”

Exercise supports both performance and everyday wellbeing. Regular movement helps people stay strong, mobile, and independent throughout life.

Activity doesn’t need to be extreme — walking, gardening, gym workouts, or trying something new all count. The goal is simple: move and maintain.

Our Cardiac Device Clinic offers dedicated care for patients, providing a range of services including pacemaker analysis...
02/20/2026

Our Cardiac Device Clinic offers dedicated care for patients, providing a range of services including pacemaker analysis assessments, monitoring, patient education, and maintenance.
From expert assessments by cardiologists and cardiac device specialists to timely support for device function, the clinic is currently caring for patients with single- and dual-chamber pacemakers, with plans to expand and accommodate more advanced devices as demand grows.
💓 This , take a moment to think about your heart health — and remind the people you love that regular care makes a difference. Whether it’s follow-ups at the clinic or lifestyle checks with your provider, staying proactive keeps hearts strong.

Go Team Canada go! 🇨🇦 Our staff are showing their pride and cheering on Canadian athletes in style — bringing the Olympi...
02/19/2026

Go Team Canada go! 🇨🇦 Our staff are showing their pride and cheering on Canadian athletes in style — bringing the Olympic spirit to our hospitals every day. Thanks to everyone who shared their team spirit! 🏅

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression tied to seasonal changes. It’s important to distinguish SAD fr...
02/18/2026

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a form of depression tied to seasonal changes. It’s important to distinguish SAD from everyday winter fatigue. While many people feel less motivated during the colder months, SAD is more intense and persistent.

Common symptoms of SAD can include:
😥Ongoing low mood or hopelessness
🏒Loss of interest in activities once enjoyed
😴Excessive sleep and difficulty waking
🍩Increased appetite, especially cravings for carbohydrates
⬆️Weight gain
😕Difficulty concentrating
💔Social withdrawal

Happy Family Day!Blending home and hospital has always come naturally to the Lougheed family. In 1982, when Dr. Eileen L...
02/16/2026

Happy Family Day!

Blending home and hospital has always come naturally to the Lougheed family. In 1982, when Dr. Eileen Lougheed was a young mother, she set up a full‑service medical clinic in the basement of their Unionville home. Her children would walk back from school for lunch, wander into the clinic after class, and occasionally help with small tasks — medicine was simply part of everyday life.

A decade later, in 1992, Dr. Eileen moved her practice to Markham Stouffville Hospital, where she also helped establish palliative care. Today, her children are no strangers to either the field of medicine or the hospital. Dr. Daryl and Dr. Justan Lougheed — carry on her commitment to compassionate care.

Their family reminds us that care is more than a profession — it’s something we pass down, nurture, and share.

Oak Valley Health’s new chemical analyzers are delivering high-quality results while significantly streamlining laborato...
02/13/2026

Oak Valley Health’s new chemical analyzers are delivering high-quality results while significantly streamlining laboratory workflows. 🔬

At Markham Stouffville Hospital alone, the analyzer can complete up to 450 tests per hour 🚀 — an incredible advantage for a lab that completes more than 2.5 million chemistry and immunoassay tests annually. 📊

“The systems offer precision, reliability, and faster operation,” says Dr. Golnar Rasty, Chief of the Department of Laboratory Medicine. “Fully automated, they produce highly sensitive results consistently and in less time. When we maximize the information from every blood sample, we can detect issues earlier and respond to patient needs sooner.”

Community Health Clinic Stouffville’s cervical screening pop-up has been extended until March 31.Cervical cancer is prev...
02/13/2026

Community Health Clinic Stouffville’s cervical screening pop-up has been extended until March 31.

Cervical cancer is preventable with regular screenings using an HPV test. Tests will be done by an all-female nurse practitioner team.

The pop-up is for those 25 and older who are due or overdue. Care kits that contain health information, bandages, feminine hygiene items, lip balm, and other essentials will be provided.

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