The MGH/MUHC is one of the most prestigious Digestive Endoscopy Clinical and Research Units in North America. In order to maintain and strengthen the activities of this Center of Excellence, an enhancement of the facility was required. This enhancement includes a more modern design and the acquisition of advanced equipment to facilitate clinical care, teaching and research. The reconstruction of the D7 unit at the MGH includes:
The project has more than doubled the size of the CCU, incorporating the most advanced critical care equipment.
Advanced cardiac care is an important component of the MGH in its role as a tertiary care Level 1 Trauma Centre.
One of the critically important parts of the Cardiovascular Sciences Program at the MUHC is the creation of an advanced Electrophysiology Laboratory at the MGH.
In recognition of a major donation from the Angus Family, the new Melvyn G. Angus Family Psychiatric Care Unit featuring Single Patient Rooms providing for individual patient care was formally opened on October 16, 2009.
This donation was made in honour of Mr. Angus by his family, Ada M. Angus Huôt, The Honourable W. David Angus, QC, Elizabeth A. Angus Coté and Gillian M. Angus.
Mel Angus, a pillar of strength in the development of The Montreal General Hospital, was President of the Montreal General Hospital Corporation (1969-72) and Chairman of the MGH Foundation (1973-1983).
Palliative Care, which was pioneered at The Royal Victoria Hospital, has been expanded, modernized and consolidated at the MGH. Modern palliative care is centered on both the patient and the family. This major renovation project was required to ensure the dignity and enhance the comfort of patients facing terminal illness. The New Palliative Care Unit provides for:
In line with the mandate adopted by the Direction de la lutte contre le cancer, this new Centre displays a truly interdisciplinary character, thanks to the on-site collaboration of urologists, medical and radiation oncologists, a pivot nurse, social workers, psychologists, sexologists, statisticians, residents and clinical researchers, all working together for the greater benefit of our patients and their families. Bringing all these professionals together will improve access to health care, while streamlining patient follow-up.
