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The 2025 Research Infosource rankings highlight the strength of research and innovation in Ottawa

The Ottawa Hospital / University of Ottawa Heart Institute ranked as the top research hospital in Ottawa and among the top 10 in Canada for combined research activity in 2023-24.
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Using AI to transform heart care: An interview with Dr. Christopher Sun

Dr. Sun and the Ottawa Heart Institute are harnessing AI to make heart care faster, fairer and more effective
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Landmark Canadian-led trial finds many atrial fibrillation patients can stop taking blood thinners

A new trial co-led by the Ottawa Heart Institute and the Research Institute of the McGill University Health Centre shows that continuing these medications offers no added protection against stroke or embolic events compared with low-dose aspirin
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Heart Institute scientist advises on national report on research security and open science

Report explores how Canada can protect sensitive research while continuing to support innovation and open science

The whiteboard changing patient care: A simple fix with a big impact

Even the simplest tools can be transformed to improve care
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Heart Institute researchers to advance studies in grief, heart remodelling, genetics and inflammation

The Grant-in-Aid Program provides operating support for important, innovative research in heart disease and stroke

Top 10 tips for exercise

Here are 10 tips to help anyone safely start an exercise program.
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Heart Institute joins research partnership to advance AI in heart care

The collaboration aims to develop and validate AI tools that support clinicians in making more informed decisions, leading to better outcomes for patients

Healing beyond the hospital: Inuit cardiac care rooted in culture and connection

The Ottawa Heart Institute and Larga Baffin are reshaping how culturally respectful, accessible care is offered to Inuit patients, helping them heal in body, heart and spirit.