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Clinical perfusionists: working behind the scenes
Interview with Hosham Ased, clinical perfusionist at the Montreal Heart Institute - Wednesday 12 April, 2023
The recipient of the third edition of the Dr. Denis Roy Awards for Excellence in Cardiovascular Care, Hosham Ased is an ambassador of his profession. He works tirelessly to help advance the practices used in his field, and below he talks about the little-known yet critical role of clinical perfusionists.
Running for Éric Cool: an inspiring initiative in L’Assomption
Interview with Ariane Bouchard, organizer of the Assomption en foulées event - Tuesday 21 March, 2023
Éric Cool is a well-known patient at the Montreal Heart Institute and its Foundation. He underwent emergency surgery in 2021 after suffering a massive heart attack at the age of 47. Unfortunately, his condition deteriorated over time and he received a heart transplant in 2023. That’s when Ariane Bouchard decided to encourage residents of L’Assomption to take part in a race to raise funds to support the fight against cardiovascular diseases.
The 5 key principles of a heart-healthy diet
Foundation - Thursday 9 March, 2023
It can sometimes be tricky to stick to a balanced diet. To help you adopt a diet that’s good for your health and your heart, we’ve spoken with Élise Latour and Karine Lamoureux, nutritionists at the EPIC Centre.
Prevention: the key to a healthy heart and a healthy Quebec
Dr. Philippe L.-L'Allier, Director of Prevention at the Montreal Heart Institute, and Yannick Elliott, Vice President, Philanthropy and Partnerships at the Montreal Heart Institute Foundation - Friday 17 February, 2023
During Heart Month, we are coming together as one with a clear message: preventive medicine makes a huge difference and it’s time to rally around this approach.
Carole Gray: a reassuring presence
Foundation - Monday 6 February, 2023
Carole Gray was hired to be a receptionist at the Foundation 34 years ago. She had no idea just how big her adventure was going to be. Now, as a stewardship advisor, she’s able to witness all the ways in which the Montreal Heart Institute positively impacts people. She tells us about the importance of lending an ear and the new ways to support the cause.
Raising funds for a friend: Robert Cressaty’s way of paying it forward
Foundation - Friday 13 January, 2023
After the third period of a hockey game, Brad decided to get off the ice and stay on the bench because he didn’t feel well. When the game was over, he went to lie down in the locker room because he felt a severe back pain. Once he went home, he put ice on his back to relieve the pain and decided to sleep it off. He didn’t wake up the next day.
Dreaming of a bright future
Foundation - Friday 14 October, 2022
Interview on the future of cardiovascular medicine with Dr. Jean-Claude Tardif, Director of the Montreal Heart Institute’s Research Centre.
A glimpse at the future of research
Foundation - Friday 26 August, 2022
What will the Institute’s researchers be working on in the coming years? David Rhainds, Deputy Director of the Montreal Heart Institute’s Research Centre, shares an overview of upcoming projects.
Waiting for a new heart while raising funds for the cause
Foundation - Friday 12 August, 2022
Éric Cool has been raising funds for the Foundation while waiting for a heart transplant. A profile of a man who is an incurable optimist.
The relationship between mental well-being and cardiovascular health
Foundation - Thursday 21 July, 2022
While most health care professionals at the Montreal Heart Institute take care of a patient’s heart, Dr. Judith Brouillette, Director of the Psychiatry Department, provides care for their mental well-being.