Lauren Ritchie knew the Ontario Breast Screening Program (OBSP) inside and out. As the former Coordinator of the Screen for Life Coach, she was familiar with the screening process and how to best support her team.
To improve patient care for the region, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) has been working with the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre (PMCC) at the University Health Network (UHN) to co-develop a cardiovascular surgery (CVS) program at TBRHSC since 2013.
Measles cases are rising in Ontario. In order to help protect patients, families and staff, Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre has begun screening upon entry to the Hospital at points of registration.
Spring 2025 marks a pivotal moment in our Hospital’s history, demonstrating the tangible results of years of strategic planning, attention to detail, and hard work. With that, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our Cardiovascular Surgery Program. The team is preparing to begin construction, and while we acknowledge the potential disruptions, we emphasize the importance of bringing life-saving surgery to our region. We commit to minimizing impacts on patients and families and appreciate your patience as we continue implementing this vital project.
February marked a celebration of excellence at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC) as the Hospital honoured the recipients of the 2024 iCare Impact Awards, a peer-to-peer recognition program.
March is Kidney Health Month, and we want to raise awareness about kidney disease and its impact on the people of Northwestern Ontario. Throughout the month, we will be featuring members of the Renal team at Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC), and highlight the incredible care they provide for renal patients across our region.
In 1995, the McKellar General Hospital (first opened in 1903), and the Port Arthur General Hospital (first opened in 1909) merged to become the Thunder Bay Regional Hospital. Originally, the province had intended to refurbish one of the two original hospitals to provide acute care to Northwestern Ontario, following the merger.
