Lakeridge Health
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More than a hospital—Durham Region’s integrated health-care system. Home to five hospitals, a long-term care home, a same-day surgical centre and 30+ community health centres. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
Clinical trials aren’t just happening in big cities – they’re happening right here in our community. 🏥
After a life-altering diagnosis, Chris relied on life-sustaining dialysis – and made the courageous decision to keep fighting.
Read Chris’ story: bit.ly/4pBShrD
After a life-altering diagnosis, Chris relied on life-sustaining dialysis – and made the courageous decision to keep fighting.
Read Chris’ story: bit.ly/4pBShrD
December 12, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Clinical trials aren’t just happening in big cities – they’re happening right here in our community. 🏥
After a life-altering diagnosis, Chris relied on life-sustaining dialysis – and made the courageous decision to keep fighting.
Read Chris’ story: bit.ly/4pBShrD
After a life-altering diagnosis, Chris relied on life-sustaining dialysis – and made the courageous decision to keep fighting.
Read Chris’ story: bit.ly/4pBShrD
Behind the scenes is where the future of health care is built. 🔬
From music therapy's impact on stroke recovery to advancing sepsis research, our research teams are driving real change. And with 4,000 learners each year, we’re shaping tomorrow’s health-care leaders.
From music therapy's impact on stroke recovery to advancing sepsis research, our research teams are driving real change. And with 4,000 learners each year, we’re shaping tomorrow’s health-care leaders.
December 9, 2025 at 7:58 PM
Behind the scenes is where the future of health care is built. 🔬
From music therapy's impact on stroke recovery to advancing sepsis research, our research teams are driving real change. And with 4,000 learners each year, we’re shaping tomorrow’s health-care leaders.
From music therapy's impact on stroke recovery to advancing sepsis research, our research teams are driving real change. And with 4,000 learners each year, we’re shaping tomorrow’s health-care leaders.
Few embody local, community-rooted care quite like Dr. Rebecca Wray. ✨
As a trusted family doctor in Port Perry, she brings compassion to every corner of care.
Want to see how local leaders are transforming care close to home? Learn more at lh.ca/this-is-lh
As a trusted family doctor in Port Perry, she brings compassion to every corner of care.
Want to see how local leaders are transforming care close to home? Learn more at lh.ca/this-is-lh
December 9, 2025 at 1:39 PM
Few embody local, community-rooted care quite like Dr. Rebecca Wray. ✨
As a trusted family doctor in Port Perry, she brings compassion to every corner of care.
Want to see how local leaders are transforming care close to home? Learn more at lh.ca/this-is-lh
As a trusted family doctor in Port Perry, she brings compassion to every corner of care.
Want to see how local leaders are transforming care close to home? Learn more at lh.ca/this-is-lh
Research and academics are deeply woven into what we do at Lakeridge Health. Follow along this week in our #ThisisLakeridgeHealth campaign as we spotlight the people, partnerships, and ideas powering research & academics at #LakeridgeHealth!
#HealthInnovation #MedicalEducation #Research
#HealthInnovation #MedicalEducation #Research
December 8, 2025 at 4:28 PM
Research and academics are deeply woven into what we do at Lakeridge Health. Follow along this week in our #ThisisLakeridgeHealth campaign as we spotlight the people, partnerships, and ideas powering research & academics at #LakeridgeHealth!
#HealthInnovation #MedicalEducation #Research
#HealthInnovation #MedicalEducation #Research
Volunteering at the Oshawa Hospital Gift Shop gives Liane & Jane purpose & joy. 💙
“It’s more than selling,” they say. “It’s about creating a happy place inside the hospital where people feel connected.” That’s #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth. 👉 Apply to volunteer: bit.ly/4r7zu8R
“It’s more than selling,” they say. “It’s about creating a happy place inside the hospital where people feel connected.” That’s #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth. 👉 Apply to volunteer: bit.ly/4r7zu8R
December 5, 2025 at 7:49 PM
Volunteering at the Oshawa Hospital Gift Shop gives Liane & Jane purpose & joy. 💙
“It’s more than selling,” they say. “It’s about creating a happy place inside the hospital where people feel connected.” That’s #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth. 👉 Apply to volunteer: bit.ly/4r7zu8R
“It’s more than selling,” they say. “It’s about creating a happy place inside the hospital where people feel connected.” That’s #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth. 👉 Apply to volunteer: bit.ly/4r7zu8R
Lakeridge Health has launched Durham Region’s first Home Dialysis Assistance Program (HDAP), a partnership with The Lighthouse Retreat that brings trained dialysis support directly into patients’ homes.
🔗 Read the news release: bit.ly/3KAPsaR
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #KidneyHealth #Dialysis
🔗 Read the news release: bit.ly/3KAPsaR
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #KidneyHealth #Dialysis
December 4, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Lakeridge Health has launched Durham Region’s first Home Dialysis Assistance Program (HDAP), a partnership with The Lighthouse Retreat that brings trained dialysis support directly into patients’ homes.
🔗 Read the news release: bit.ly/3KAPsaR
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #KidneyHealth #Dialysis
🔗 Read the news release: bit.ly/3KAPsaR
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #KidneyHealth #Dialysis
Our nephrology experts are pulling back the curtain and tackling the questions people are curious about but rarely get to ask. 🤔
What kidney-health question have you always wanted to ask? Let us know! ⬇️
#Nephrology #KidneyHealth #Dialysis #KidneyCare #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
What kidney-health question have you always wanted to ask? Let us know! ⬇️
#Nephrology #KidneyHealth #Dialysis #KidneyCare #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
December 3, 2025 at 9:09 PM
Our nephrology experts are pulling back the curtain and tackling the questions people are curious about but rarely get to ask. 🤔
What kidney-health question have you always wanted to ask? Let us know! ⬇️
#Nephrology #KidneyHealth #Dialysis #KidneyCare #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
What kidney-health question have you always wanted to ask? Let us know! ⬇️
#Nephrology #KidneyHealth #Dialysis #KidneyCare #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
For many people with kidney disease, dialysis controls their schedule. But what if it didn’t have to?
Dr. Wei shares why home dialysis is the best option for most patients living with chronic kidney disease.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #KidneyHealth #CKD #RenalCare
Dr. Wei shares why home dialysis is the best option for most patients living with chronic kidney disease.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #KidneyHealth #CKD #RenalCare
December 2, 2025 at 9:34 PM
For many people with kidney disease, dialysis controls their schedule. But what if it didn’t have to?
Dr. Wei shares why home dialysis is the best option for most patients living with chronic kidney disease.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #KidneyHealth #CKD #RenalCare
Dr. Wei shares why home dialysis is the best option for most patients living with chronic kidney disease.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #KidneyHealth #CKD #RenalCare
We’re excited to introduce Voices of Lakeridge Health, a new series spotlighting the people behind the care at #LakeridgeHealth 🎙️✨
Our first guests? Dr. Dixon and Dr. Lenga – two long-time leaders with decades of insights.
Stay tuned – the first listen drops this week! #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
Our first guests? Dr. Dixon and Dr. Lenga – two long-time leaders with decades of insights.
Stay tuned – the first listen drops this week! #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
December 2, 2025 at 2:51 PM
We’re excited to introduce Voices of Lakeridge Health, a new series spotlighting the people behind the care at #LakeridgeHealth 🎙️✨
Our first guests? Dr. Dixon and Dr. Lenga – two long-time leaders with decades of insights.
Stay tuned – the first listen drops this week! #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
Our first guests? Dr. Dixon and Dr. Lenga – two long-time leaders with decades of insights.
Stay tuned – the first listen drops this week! #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
This #GivingTuesday, your gift to any of Lakeridge Health’s four foundations helps build the best health close to home—supporting 5 hospitals, a long-term care home and 30+ community sites across Durham Region.
Make a gift that stays in your community: lh.ca/giving
Make a gift that stays in your community: lh.ca/giving
December 2, 2025 at 2:33 PM
This #GivingTuesday, your gift to any of Lakeridge Health’s four foundations helps build the best health close to home—supporting 5 hospitals, a long-term care home and 30+ community sites across Durham Region.
Make a gift that stays in your community: lh.ca/giving
Make a gift that stays in your community: lh.ca/giving
Thousands across #DurhamRegion count on Lakeridge Health for expert kidney care.
🎥 Hear from Anna-Marie Sutherland, Director, Regional Nephrology & Diabetes, on how our teams work together to deliver expert, seamless care.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #Dialysis #RenalCare #OntarioHealth
🎥 Hear from Anna-Marie Sutherland, Director, Regional Nephrology & Diabetes, on how our teams work together to deliver expert, seamless care.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #Dialysis #RenalCare #OntarioHealth
December 1, 2025 at 1:59 PM
Thousands across #DurhamRegion count on Lakeridge Health for expert kidney care.
🎥 Hear from Anna-Marie Sutherland, Director, Regional Nephrology & Diabetes, on how our teams work together to deliver expert, seamless care.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #Dialysis #RenalCare #OntarioHealth
🎥 Hear from Anna-Marie Sutherland, Director, Regional Nephrology & Diabetes, on how our teams work together to deliver expert, seamless care.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #Dialysis #RenalCare #OntarioHealth
After 23 treatments, Victor got to rang the gong in the Durham Regional Cancer Centre, symbolizing his final day of treatment!
Victor shared gratitude for the team who supported him throughout his care, and the convenience of having care close to home. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #CancerCare
Victor shared gratitude for the team who supported him throughout his care, and the convenience of having care close to home. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #CancerCare
November 28, 2025 at 2:43 PM
After 23 treatments, Victor got to rang the gong in the Durham Regional Cancer Centre, symbolizing his final day of treatment!
Victor shared gratitude for the team who supported him throughout his care, and the convenience of having care close to home. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #CancerCare
Victor shared gratitude for the team who supported him throughout his care, and the convenience of having care close to home. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #CancerCare
For 15+ years, Dr. Orit Freedman has been a driving force in advancing cancer care at Lakeridge Health and across Ontario.
Now, she brings this experience and vision to her new role as Chief of Oncology and Medical Director at the Durham Regional Cancer Centre.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
Now, she brings this experience and vision to her new role as Chief of Oncology and Medical Director at the Durham Regional Cancer Centre.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
November 27, 2025 at 5:17 PM
For 15+ years, Dr. Orit Freedman has been a driving force in advancing cancer care at Lakeridge Health and across Ontario.
Now, she brings this experience and vision to her new role as Chief of Oncology and Medical Director at the Durham Regional Cancer Centre.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
Now, she brings this experience and vision to her new role as Chief of Oncology and Medical Director at the Durham Regional Cancer Centre.
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
At Anna’s Place in Bowmanville Hospital, volunteers Hilary & Valerie bring heart & humanity to every shift. They share how volunteering is the joy of helping others & seeing their gratitude. Together, they embody what volunteering is all about! Apply now: bit.ly/4r7zu8R
November 26, 2025 at 3:50 PM
At Anna’s Place in Bowmanville Hospital, volunteers Hilary & Valerie bring heart & humanity to every shift. They share how volunteering is the joy of helping others & seeing their gratitude. Together, they embody what volunteering is all about! Apply now: bit.ly/4r7zu8R
Dr. Joel Broomfield, Radiation Oncologist at Lakeridge Health, shows why representation in health care matters. As Canada’s first and only Indigenous oncologist, he brings unique insight, compassion, and world-class cancer care to patients right here at home.
November 24, 2025 at 7:04 PM
Dr. Joel Broomfield, Radiation Oncologist at Lakeridge Health, shows why representation in health care matters. As Canada’s first and only Indigenous oncologist, he brings unique insight, compassion, and world-class cancer care to patients right here at home.
This week, we’re shining a light on cancer care at Lakeridge Health and the incredible work happening at the Durham Regional Cancer Centre (DRCC).
Hear from directors Christine Black and Shannon Bourke as they share how Lakeridge Health continues to advance cancer care! ⬇️
Hear from directors Christine Black and Shannon Bourke as they share how Lakeridge Health continues to advance cancer care! ⬇️
November 24, 2025 at 4:42 PM
This week, we’re shining a light on cancer care at Lakeridge Health and the incredible work happening at the Durham Regional Cancer Centre (DRCC).
Hear from directors Christine Black and Shannon Bourke as they share how Lakeridge Health continues to advance cancer care! ⬇️
Hear from directors Christine Black and Shannon Bourke as they share how Lakeridge Health continues to advance cancer care! ⬇️
Cynthia Davis, President & CEO of Lakeridge Health, highlights the incredible progress we’ve made in expanding access to mental health and addictions care, and the dedicated teams who make this work possible every day. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #MentalHealthMatters #OntarioHealth
November 21, 2025 at 7:48 PM
Cynthia Davis, President & CEO of Lakeridge Health, highlights the incredible progress we’ve made in expanding access to mental health and addictions care, and the dedicated teams who make this work possible every day. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth #MentalHealthMatters #OntarioHealth
For nearly four decades, Carole has dedicated her career to helping people find hope and recovery as an Addictions Counsellor at Pinewood Centre.
She supports individuals and families on their recovery journey, guiding, listening, and connecting them to the right care. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
She supports individuals and families on their recovery journey, guiding, listening, and connecting them to the right care. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
November 21, 2025 at 7:46 PM
For nearly four decades, Carole has dedicated her career to helping people find hope and recovery as an Addictions Counsellor at Pinewood Centre.
She supports individuals and families on their recovery journey, guiding, listening, and connecting them to the right care. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
She supports individuals and families on their recovery journey, guiding, listening, and connecting them to the right care. #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
How do you manage stress?
Our Mental Health and Addictions team recently shared tips and techniques with newcomer youth in Durham — helping them recognize stress, film calm, and build resilience through a powerful session with Community Development Council Durham! 💫
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
Our Mental Health and Addictions team recently shared tips and techniques with newcomer youth in Durham — helping them recognize stress, film calm, and build resilience through a powerful session with Community Development Council Durham! 💫
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
November 21, 2025 at 5:13 PM
How do you manage stress?
Our Mental Health and Addictions team recently shared tips and techniques with newcomer youth in Durham — helping them recognize stress, film calm, and build resilience through a powerful session with Community Development Council Durham! 💫
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
Our Mental Health and Addictions team recently shared tips and techniques with newcomer youth in Durham — helping them recognize stress, film calm, and build resilience through a powerful session with Community Development Council Durham! 💫
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
"Wednesday morning is always my spot.” 💛 For 30+ years, Lillian has volunteered at the Oshawa Hospital Café – serving with kindness & helping fund equipment at Lakeridge Health.
Join Lillian in our Gift Shops & Cafés & help make a difference every day. Apply now: bit.ly/4r7zu8R
Join Lillian in our Gift Shops & Cafés & help make a difference every day. Apply now: bit.ly/4r7zu8R
November 20, 2025 at 9:26 PM
"Wednesday morning is always my spot.” 💛 For 30+ years, Lillian has volunteered at the Oshawa Hospital Café – serving with kindness & helping fund equipment at Lakeridge Health.
Join Lillian in our Gift Shops & Cafés & help make a difference every day. Apply now: bit.ly/4r7zu8R
Join Lillian in our Gift Shops & Cafés & help make a difference every day. Apply now: bit.ly/4r7zu8R
We’re seeing more respiratory illnesses in the community and in our hospitals.
To help protect everyone, please wear a mask during appointments, Emergency Department visits, and when visiting someone in the hospital.
Learn more: lh.ca/patients-vis... #FluSeason
To help protect everyone, please wear a mask during appointments, Emergency Department visits, and when visiting someone in the hospital.
Learn more: lh.ca/patients-vis... #FluSeason
November 19, 2025 at 7:08 PM
We’re seeing more respiratory illnesses in the community and in our hospitals.
To help protect everyone, please wear a mask during appointments, Emergency Department visits, and when visiting someone in the hospital.
Learn more: lh.ca/patients-vis... #FluSeason
To help protect everyone, please wear a mask during appointments, Emergency Department visits, and when visiting someone in the hospital.
Learn more: lh.ca/patients-vis... #FluSeason
From grief to recovery, Chris Cull’s journey fuels his work as a Peer Support Specialist at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa Emergency Department.
His lived experience reminds patients they’re supported every step of the way.💙
Learn more ➡️ lh.ca/this-is-lh
His lived experience reminds patients they’re supported every step of the way.💙
Learn more ➡️ lh.ca/this-is-lh
November 17, 2025 at 5:56 PM
From grief to recovery, Chris Cull’s journey fuels his work as a Peer Support Specialist at the Lakeridge Health Oshawa Emergency Department.
His lived experience reminds patients they’re supported every step of the way.💙
Learn more ➡️ lh.ca/this-is-lh
His lived experience reminds patients they’re supported every step of the way.💙
Learn more ➡️ lh.ca/this-is-lh
This National Addictions Awareness Week, we’re spotlighting Lakeridge Health’s Mental Health & Addictions program. With 700+ staff, 30+ sites, and 116K+ yearly visits, we’re committed to accessible, low-barrier care. Hear from Senior Director Beth Brannon! #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
November 17, 2025 at 4:28 PM
This National Addictions Awareness Week, we’re spotlighting Lakeridge Health’s Mental Health & Addictions program. With 700+ staff, 30+ sites, and 116K+ yearly visits, we’re committed to accessible, low-barrier care. Hear from Senior Director Beth Brannon! #ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
Think world-class surgical innovation only happens in big cities? Think again. 🏥✨
At Lakeridge Health, cutting-edge techniques and compassionate care are thriving right here in our community hospitals.
🔗Read more: bit.ly/48dCqZS
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
At Lakeridge Health, cutting-edge techniques and compassionate care are thriving right here in our community hospitals.
🔗Read more: bit.ly/48dCqZS
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
November 13, 2025 at 9:49 PM
Think world-class surgical innovation only happens in big cities? Think again. 🏥✨
At Lakeridge Health, cutting-edge techniques and compassionate care are thriving right here in our community hospitals.
🔗Read more: bit.ly/48dCqZS
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
At Lakeridge Health, cutting-edge techniques and compassionate care are thriving right here in our community hospitals.
🔗Read more: bit.ly/48dCqZS
#ThisIsLakeridgeHealth
Dr. Kajeandra Ravichandiran — known to patients as Dr. Kaj — is helping bones and joints heal at Lakeridge Health.
From hip and knee replacements to cartilage and bone repairs, Dr. Kaj and our expert team help patients get back to what matters most — moving, living, and enjoying life.
From hip and knee replacements to cartilage and bone repairs, Dr. Kaj and our expert team help patients get back to what matters most — moving, living, and enjoying life.
November 10, 2025 at 10:20 PM
Dr. Kajeandra Ravichandiran — known to patients as Dr. Kaj — is helping bones and joints heal at Lakeridge Health.
From hip and knee replacements to cartilage and bone repairs, Dr. Kaj and our expert team help patients get back to what matters most — moving, living, and enjoying life.
From hip and knee replacements to cartilage and bone repairs, Dr. Kaj and our expert team help patients get back to what matters most — moving, living, and enjoying life.