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Audrey Zheke's (Peer Support & Wellness Specialist) commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging isn’t just a professional focus—it’s deeply personal. "Being grounded in my faith and culture gives me the strength to be myself in every space I enter," she says. “They help me stay centered and confident, and to show up as who I truly am."

Dr. Jenna Rebelo, our exceptional new otolaryn-gologist/Ear Nose Throat (ENT) surgeon and member of BCHS' Department of Surgery, talks about her training, journey in medicine, and return to Southern Ontario after spending five years in Sault Ste. Marie.

Lebené Numekevor's (Director of Medical Affairs) life and career are grounded in a simple yet powerful principle: creating a lasting, positive impact. Her theme song, “I Was Here” by Beyoncé, beautifully encapsulates this belief. The song's message—about leaving behind a meaningful legacy—resonates deeply with her. Her desire to uplift and champion others lies at the core of her leadership style and her unwavering commitment to advocating for diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEI-B).

To enhance supports for newborns, BGH has introduced Eat, Sleep, Console – a program that transitions away from the standard pharmacological treatment to a model of care which prioritizes parental involvement.

Dr. Dale Kalina, Infectious Disease specialist and Chief Medical Information Officer at Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) speaks to CTV News about the rising cases of viruses, being aware of our symptoms, and how we can take care of ourselves and each other.

We are excited to share that as part of the ongoing Emergency Department Renovation Improvement Project, the B-Wing, Level 1 corridor at Brantford General Hospital will be permanently re-routed starting Friday, January 10, 2025. This change is necessary to facilitate the construction of the new Ambulatory Assessment Area.

The Brant Community Healthcare System, an organization that oversees the Brantford General Hospital and the Willet Urgent Care Centre in Paris, is warning the public they are seeing increased wait times.

Dr. Jeff Manning and nurse Mary Lynn Wheat worked side by side for over 30 years, building a partnership rooted in care and understanding. Inspired by her grandmother, Mary Lynn knew she wanted to be a nurse from a young age and went on to serve patients for 50 years in various roles.

To improve the care experience for those whose primary language is not English. Our 24/7 live translation service, Voyce, enables staff to connect with interpreters in over 240 languages and dialects in approximately 30 seconds.

Navigating a hospital visit can be stressful, especially when English isn’t your first language. To address this challenge, the Brant Community Healthcare System (Brantford General Hospital and The Willett, Paris) have recently introduced Voyce, a live translation service available 24/7.