Virtual ward created in patients’ homes in pioneering COVID@HOME project
COVID@HOME, a new program, allows certain COVID-19 patients to be discharged from the JGH and return to home to a virtual ward.
Dr. Lawrence Rosenberg named among most inspiring CEOs of 2021
Dr. Lawrence Rosenberg, President and CEO of CIUSSS West-Central Montreal, has been named one of the 10 most inspiring CEOs of 2021.
In a world first, JGH enables Toronto specialist to virtually attend Montreal surgery
Innovative use of HoloLens technology has enabled the JGH to greatly enhance the ability of surgical experts at remote locations to view JGH operations and offer guidance.
“All systems go” for launch of digital nerve centre to help improve care
It’s “All systems go!” for a new digital nerve centre—the first of its kind in Quebec—where real-time data from across the CIUSSS is displayed on screens to help improve care.
Telehealth plays key role in Radiation Oncology, even though treatment is provided in person
Although radiation therapy for cancer must be administered in person, the Division of Radiation Oncology is making extensive use of telehealth to provide support to patients and keep staff in the loop.
New app helps family doctors track patients’ mental health in greater detail
New app will enhance the quality of mental-health treatment by helping family doctors to track their patients’ moods over time.
Telehealth opens new doors—and video screens—to rehabilitation at home
From high-touch to high-tech—that’s the change COVID-19 triggered in rehabilitation. Telehealth is now an option for clients recovering from stroke, getting measured for a wheelchair, and receiving support for autism.
Using the digital tools of telepsychiatry to forge emotional bonds
Using keyboard and screen to build trust between psychiatrist and patient? Not an obvious choice. Yet, the COVID-19 pandemic helped telepsychiatry take root at the JGH and CIUSSS West-Central Montreal.
Telehealth intervention to reduce isolation of older adults
The elderly are especially prone to depression during the COVID-19 lockdown. That’s why the Telehealth Intervention Program for Isolated Older Adults is providing emotional support.
Public’s participation sought in predicting COVID-19 hotspots
By completing the Daily Coronavirus Survey, members of the public will provide CIUSSS West-Central Montreal with digital data that will help predict potential hotspots and improve the allocation of resources.