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Our congratulations to Evyanne Quirouette, winner of UOHI’s 2025 Clinical Research Staff Award of Excellence

Ms. Quirouette has been the driving force behind several major innovations in research operations for the Mir and Mullen Research Labs

Dr. Martin Green reflects on 40 years of charting electrophysiology

He reflects on the evolution of cardiac EP, the Heart Institute’s arrhythmia service, and the future of a specialty he helped build from the ground up
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Strong relationships can boost heart recovery, Ottawa Heart Institute study finds

A new study highlights the need to focus on emotional and relational factors to improve recovery and well-being for cardiac patients and their partners

Top 10 tips for managing the holidays

The winter holiday season can be a challenging time: shorter days, busy schedules, high expectations and a touch of social pressure. To help you navigate the end of the year and make the most of these few weeks, here are some tips to help you manage the holiday season.
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Our congratulations to Dr. Kelly Cobey, winner of UOHI’s 2025 Patient’s Choice Award

Dr. Cobey includes patients as valued team members and recognizing the powerful impact of combining science with the lived experience

In memoriam: Dr. Earl Wynands, a founding force in cardiac anesthesiology

Dr. Wynands helped build the academic and clinical foundations of the specialty in Canada
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Our congratulations to Drs. David Birnie and George Wells, on behalf of the OCEAN Investigators, winners of UOHI’s 2025 Dr Robert Roberts Publication of the Year Award

The OCEAN trial, a groundbreaking international study co-led by the University of Ottawa Heart Institute and McGill University Health Centre, provides the first evidence to address one of the most important clinical questions in modern electrophysiology
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Our congratulations to Dr. Jennifer Reed, winner of UOHI’s 2025 Global Impact Award

Dr. Reed is an internationally-recognized expert in the field of cardiovascular prevention and rehabilitation, putting UOHI on the global map as a leader in exercise interventions in cardiovascular disease prevention and rehabilitation.
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Our congratulations to Dr. Derek So, winner of UOHI’s 2025 Global Impact Award

Dr. So’s sustained research and leadership in interventional cardiology have driven exceptional impact in cardiovascular medicine across Canada and internationally.
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Our congratulations to Dr. David Messika-Zeitoun, UOHI’s 2025 Investigator of the Year

Dr. Messika-Zeitoun is an outstanding clinician-investigator who is making an indelible mark for uOttawa, the Heart Institute, and Canada for his novel insights into the pathophysiology and management of Valvular Heart Disease (VHD).