Bluewater Health

12/30/2025

An excellent resource for parents and guardians caring for children with respiratory symptoms.

This flyer was co-designed by primary care providers and is intended to help parents and guardians recognize what level of care to seek and how to support their child at home.

Save or share with your friends/family!📲

12/29/2025

Congratulations to Zach on receiving a Heart of Gold!💛

Zack was nominated by a patient who wanted to recognize the compassionate care he provided during their experience at Bluewater Health.

His thoughtful approach and attentiveness made a lasting impact.

Thank you, Zack, for your commitment to exceptional patient care and for making a difference when it mattered most.

Learn more about the Heart of Gold program and how to recognize a caregiver: bwhf.ca/heart-of-gold-nomination

Congratulations to Zack on receiving a Heart of Gold! 💛
Zack was nominated by a patient who wanted to recognize the compassionate care he provided throughout their experience at Bluewater Health. Zack’s thoughtful care made a lasting impact.

Thank you, Zack, for your attentiveness and dedication!

Through the Heart of Gold program, patients and families can honour a caregiver or staff member with a donation to Bluewater Health Foundation.
Learn more: https://www.bwhf.ca/heart-of-gold-nomination

12/27/2025

Join our team! We’re hiring a Manager of Intensive Care Unit, Renal Dialysis, Respiratory Therapy & Pulmonary Function Lab.

In this leadership role, you’ll:
🩺 Lead high-performing, interdisciplinary teams with a strong focus on patient safety and quality
📊 Support day-to-day operations including staffing, performance management, quality improvement and fiscal accountability
🤝 Work closely with Professional Practice, Patient Flow and clinical partners to advance patient- and family-centred care

If you’re a skilled healthcare leader with a passion for critical care and service excellence, we’d love to hear from you.

🔗 Apply today, link in comment section.

12/26/2025

Physician Spotlight! Dr. Adam Miller, Medical Oncologist joined Bluewater Health this year.

Dr. Miller completed his medical degree at McMaster University before pursuing an internal medicine residency at McGill University. He went on to complete residency and fellowship training in medical oncology at Queen’s University, where he also served as Chief Resident.

“At its core, oncology is about connecting with patients,” said Dr. Miller. “As individuals navigate their cancer journey, I aim to provide care rooted in compassion and respect. I look forward to working with the team at Bluewater Health to support patients and families in Sarnia-Lambton.”

Bluewater Health is pleased to welcome Dr. Miller and looks forward to the positive impact he will make for patients in our region.

12/25/2025

Virtual Urgent Care is available over the holidays to support you with non-emergency health concerns from the comfort of home.

Holiday hours:
• December 24: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• December 25: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• December 26: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• December 28: Closed
• December 31: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• January 1: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
• January 3: 8:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

If you’re not feeling well, Virtual Urgent Care can help connect you with the right care, at the right time. Visit, urgentcareontario.ca.

👉 Save or share this post so you know where to go if you need care over the holidays.

12/23/2025

12/23/2025

Wyoming Rural Access to Care holiday hours. Save and share with friends and family.

With the holidays approaching, it's important to note your options when seeking health care. Please note, appointments for urgent needs are on a first-come first-serve basis.

Happy Holidays and stay safe!

This is for Wyoming Rural Access to Care

12/22/2025

Congratulations to Christine on being honoured with a Heart of Gold! 💛

A grateful patient recognized her for the compassion and exceptional care she offered during their stay.

“For going out of her way to check on me and making sure I was comfortable. She went above and beyond for me.”

Thank you, Christine, for your kindness, attentiveness, and unwavering commitment to outstanding patient care.

Through the Heart of Gold program, patients and families can celebrate a caregiver or staff member by making a donation to Bluewater Health Foundation.

Learn more: https://www.bwhf.ca/heart-of-gold-nomination

Congratulations to Christine on receiving a Heart of Gold! 💛
She was recognized by a grateful patient for her compassion and the extra care she provided during their stay.

“For going out of her way to check on me and making sure I was comfortable. She went above and beyond for me.”

Thank you, Christine, for your kindness, attentiveness, and commitment to exceptional patient care.

Through the Heart of Gold program, patients and families can honour a caregiver or staff member with a donation to Bluewater Health Foundation.
Learn more: https://www.bwhf.ca/heart-of-gold-nomination

12/22/2025

Due to a severe influenza season and rising respiratory illness across Ontario, masking is now in effect in all clinical areas at Bluewater Health.

Staff, professional staff and volunteers are required to wear a mask in clinical areas and when treating patients. Visitors are strongly encouraged to wear a mask, and patients are asked to wear one when leaving their room.

Influenza activity remains high, with increased hospitalizations affecting children, adults and older adults. Masking helps reduce the spread of illness and protect patients, families and healthcare workers.

Please continue to stay home when sick, wash hands often and keep your influenza vaccination up to date.

Let's work together to keep our community safe and healthy.

12/19/2025

Physician Spotlight! Meet Dr. Kylen Van Osch, Otolaryngologist – Head and Neck Surgeon at Bluewater Health.

Dr. Van Osch completed her Master of Science in Clinical Anatomy and Doctor of Medicine at Western University, where she also finished her residency in Otolaryngology – Head and Neck Surgery. Her training equips her to provide comprehensive care for patients with conditions affecting the ear, nose, throat, and head and neck. Dr. Van Osch joined Bluewater Health's medical staff in September of this year.

“I grew up in Southwestern Ontario and have long been committed to returning to serve this community,” said Dr. Van Osch. “Bluewater Health’s collaborative culture and outstanding facilities, combined with the opportunity to work alongside Dr. Stepniak, make it an ideal place to provide patient-centred care.”

Dr. Van Osch’s commitment to community and collaboration reflects the high standard of care patients can expect at Bluewater Health.

12/17/2025

Most lower back pain — even when it’s uncomfortable — doesn’t benefit from an X-ray or CT scan. These tests often don’t show anything helpful and may expose you to unnecessary radiation.

Your care provider will decide if imaging is truly needed based on your symptoms and exam. By choosing wisely together, we focus on what helps you feel better and avoid what doesn’t.

This December, we’re sharing a short series about Choosing Wisely Canada — a national campaign that supports patients and care teams in making informed decisions about tests and treatments.

Each post will highlight common Emergency Department situations and explain when certain tests or medications may (or may not) be helpful.