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The latest from Waterloo Regional Health Network
Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) Partners with Intellijoint Surgical to Deliver Care Close to Home
April 22, 2025At Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren), combining surgical excellence with a bold commitment to innovation is more than a vision — it’s a promise to the community.
Innovation Challenge: Reducing Emergency Department (ED) Wait Times
April 9, 2025In partnership with the University of Waterloo, Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN pronounced wren) has an exciting opportunity to transform patient care and improve ED flow in Ontario.
Exciting New Chapter for Health care in Waterloo Region: WRHN Announces Inaugural Board of Directors
April 7, 2025The Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) is pleased to announce the formation of its inaugural Board of Directors, marking another milestone following the successful merger of St. Mary’s General Hospital and Waterloo Regional Health Network on April 1, 2025.
Ron Gagnon Appointed Inaugural President & CEO of Newly Formed Waterloo Regional Health Network
April 1, 2025The Waterloo Regional Health Network Board of Directors is proud to announce the appointment of Ron Gagnon as the inaugural President & CEO of the newly merged hospital network, effective April 01, 2025.
St. Mary’s General Hospital and Grand River Hospital Announce Merger Approval
March 28, 2025Waterloo Regional Health Network and St. Mary’s General Hospital are thrilled to announce the Ministry of Health has approved their merger to become the Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN, pronounced wren) on April 1, 2025.
Waterloo Wellington Regional Cancer Program Supports Launch of New HPV Test for Cervical Cancer Screening
March 3, 2025Starting March 3, cervical screening providers, such as family doctors, nurse practitioners, and midwives will be offering the human papillomavirus (HPV) test to replace the Pap test as the new primary cervical cancer screening method.
When it comes to lung health, it pays to be a quitter!
January 22, 2025While National Non-Smoking Week (NNSW) runs from Sunday, January 19 to 25, for your Hospitals, helping people quit smoking and preventing others from starting is a year-round affair.
Know Your Care Options: Grand River Hospital Helps Families Choose the Right Place for Children’s Care
January 14, 2025Grand River’s team of pediatricians are here to help you get the right care, in the right place, and at the right time.
New Patient Initiative Brings Timely, Personalized Care to Grand River and Brightshores
January 9, 2025A new platform launching at Waterloo Regional Health Network and Brightshores Health System stands to modernize the traditional call bell system by prioritizing the urgency of patients’ requests and supporting nurses to deliver more responsive and personalized care.
Grand River Hospital Celebrates $1M Gift to Launch Digital Pathology Solution Powered by Local Innovation
January 7, 2025Thanks to a unique partnership with Huron Digital Pathology, fueled by a $1M gift from The Savvas Chamberlain Family Foundation and further supported by OBIO®, Waterloo Regional Health Network officially celebrated the launch of the Digital Pathology program at a donor event on January 7.