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Peter Munk Cardiac Centre
As one of the largest programs of its kind in North America, the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre (PMCC) is the premier cardiac centre in Canada. Our outstanding cardiology interventions attract hundreds of visiting professors and trainees from around the globe. Each year, approximately 17,000 patients receive innovative and compassionate care from PMCC’s world-renowned multidisciplinary heart team. Our program offers resources and expertise prepared to deal with even the most complex patient cases.
Your support contributes the tireless work of Dr. Tirone David, Head of the Division of Cardiovascular Surgery. Among other achievements, in 1986 Dr. David introduced the use of a patch technique to repair ruptures of the heart wall following a heart attack, and in 2001 he led the development of a new pig valve and aorta to replace the diseased aortic root. Dr. David is one of a handful of cardiac surgeons in the world who can visualize problems in three dimensions, routinely operating on those patients whom others have turned away due to the complexity of their situation.
Toronto General & Western Hospital Foundation
Toronto General & Western Hospital Foundation raises funds for research, education and the enhancement of patient care at Toronto General Hospital and Toronto Western Hospital as well as their respective research arms, Toronto General Research Institute and Toronto Western Research Institute. The Foundation’s vision is to enable global leadership and innovation in health by developing and sustaining strong relationships with UHN stakeholders. Visit www.tgwhf-uhn.ca for more.
University Health Network
UHN is a major landmark in Canada’s healthcare system and a teaching hospital of the University of Toronto. Building on the strength and reputation of each of our three hospitals – Toronto General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital and Princess Margaret Hospital – UHN has earned an international reputation for exemplary patient care, leading-edge scientific research and innovative medical education.
UHN has a great tradition of impressive outcomes and medical firsts. Through its research institutes – Toronto General Research Institute, Toronto Western Research Institute, and the Ontario Cancer Institute – UHN continues to expand the frontiers of science and contribute to the advancement of medical care in Canada and around the world. Visit www.uhn.ca for more.
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