Your Impact

Read about the impact your donation makes on the health of everyone in our community.
Chris Dulny with his son and wife in an airport

When Chris was diagnosed with prostate cancer, he came to Michael Garron Hospital to learn about his options and seek treatment. Here’s how his positive outlook and curiosity, together with guidance from a leading surgeon helped him on his cancer journey.

Foad Farahani’s father (right) and mother with Dr. Sayf Gazala.

Foad Farahani shares how the team at Michael Garron Hospital cared for his whole family during his father’s long road to recovery.

The top fundraising team, Crash Cart Crew, celebrates at East End Adventure

Hundreds of participants joined Michael Garron Hospital to launch East End Adventure, a fun-filled day to support local healthcare.

Shannon, Mara and Aly are happy to set roots in East Toronto.

East end faithfuls Shannon and Aly knew they wanted to start a family together. And they wanted to give birth at Michael Garron Hospital.

Dr. Sayf Gazala in the operating room.

From the moment Sandra* met Michael Garron Hospital’s Dr. Sayf Gazala, she knew she was in the best hands. Read how his compassion and expertise made a difference in her journey with lung cancer.

Dr. Negar Ahmadi, Thoracic Surgeon,

Here’s how robotic-assisted surgery bolsters our team’s expert care, helping patients like Tom* recover faster and return to doing what they love.

Dr. Kyle Vojdani, Chief and Medical Director of the Stavro Emergency Department, consults with Jessica Lo Russo, RPN.

As our Stavro Emergency Department (ED) sees more than twice as many patients as its space was designed for, our team is finding innovative ways to deliver high-quality care.

Dr. Elin Raymond, Chief of Obstetrics and Gynaecology and Medical Co-Director of Maternal, Newborn and Child Services, holds a red, palm-sized, HemoCue machine. It allows fast and accurate assessment of blood loss.

Severe bleeding during pregnancy or after giving birth is a life-threatening emergency that can also cause lasting emotional trauma. Learn how support from the Impact Council has helped our clinical team.

Robert enjoys visits from HELP team members, including Deanna Rosolen and HELP volunteer Dave Edwards.

A volunteer-based program at Michael Garron Hospital is helping to safeguard the well-being of hospitalized seniors.

Supervisor Ann Marie Palmer and Registered Nurse Gwynn Fernandez collaborating on patient care.

With major developments underway throughout East Toronto, our community is poised for growth in the coming years. To ensure everyone has access to the care they need, Michael Garron Hospital is focused on building capacity for more patients.