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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
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.
December 9, 2025 at 7:58 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
December 9, 2025 at 1:39 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
December 8, 2025 at 4:28 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
December 3, 2025 at 9:09 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
December 2, 2025 at 9:34 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
December 2, 2025 at 2:51 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
December 1, 2025 at 1:59 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.
November 24, 2025 at 7:04 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! ⬇️
November 24, 2025 at 4:42 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
November 21, 2025 at 7:48 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
November 21, 2025 at 7:46 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
November 17, 2025 at 5:56 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
November 17, 2025 at 4:28 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.
November 10, 2025 at 10:20 PM