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The Brant Community Healthcare System partnered with the Brantford Food Bank to donate much needed school supplies for children as they head back to school.

This week's Hospital Insider features ED physician, Dr. Greg Hall, and his reflections on the use of portable ultrasounds at BCHS. Not only do they continue to greatly improve access to care but they also save lives by allowing critically-ill patients to be treated in a timely manner.

Dr. Somaiah Ahmed, Chief & Medical Director of Emergency Medicine for the Brant Community Healthcare System, reflects on how she, as well as many others, had to adjust to the unpredictable life at home and changing demands at work as a result of COVID-19, especially in the Emergency Department.

Mary Jane Savory recently retired at the end of December 2021 with 42 years of memories working at BGH. Twenty-eight of those years were in the emergency department, but she also worked in the post-partum unit and the pre-op clinic.

The Brant Community Healthcare System's Cancer Clinic took an EPIC step forward with the launch of the best-in-class electronic medical records system – Epic.

The Brant Community Healthcare System is a high-risk setting, caring for vulnerable populations and our top priority is to ensure the highest level of safety possible for everyone who enters our hospitals.

This week's Hospital Insider showcases our amazing Switchboard team for their vital role in providing communication to our staff, patients, visitors and community.

Every second counts in a medical emergency – especially when it comes to stroke. “If I could go back I would call the ambulance sooner...those few hours could have made a difference” says Benjamin (Ben) Andrews.

In alignment with our regional healthcare partners, and in the interest of ensuring that our patients are receiving care in the safest possible environment, Brant Community Healthcare System will not be lifting masking requirements for staff, medical staff, volunteers, patients, or visitors.

BCHS is celebrating the Willett's 100th anniversary on June 22! The event is taking place outdoors from 5pm to 8pm and will have food, live music, games, prizes and more!