The Ottawa Model for Smoking Cessation (OMSC) was created to address the need to change healthcare practices so that smoking cessation treatment is provided as part of routine care to all patients who are tobacco users.
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December 14, 2023 – Ottawa Public Health (OPH) and local hospitals including: The Ottawa Hospital, Queensway Carleton Hospital, Hôpital Montfort, CHEO, Bruyère, The Royal and the University of Ottawa Heart Institute are urging eligible residents, especially those at higher risk, to receive their...
Dr. Christopher Sun, an assistant professor at the University of Ottawa (uOttawa) Telfer School of Management and a scientist at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI), is the recipient of a Tier 2 Canada Research Chair in Data Analytics for Health Systems Transformation. The Canada...
Much of modern health care is made possible by medical devices—the countless tools, equipment and instruments used in health care delivery and patient care. Pocket glucose monitors that check blood sugar levels on the go. Specialized retractors that support new surgical techniques. Cardiac stents...
Ottawa — On Thursday, February 13, Canadians and Ottawa residents are invited to wear red in recognition of the second annual Wear Red Canada campaign, an important day to raise awareness about women’s heart health. The campaign is an initiative of the Canadian Women’s Heart Health Centre, powered...
Hospitals in Ottawa are ready to help the region’s children, youth and families get the timely care they need, as directed by Ontario Health. We are all happy to do our part in helping manage the sustained and unprecedented surge CHEO has been experiencing this fall. Here’s what families need to...
This is a joint message from Ottawa’s medical Chiefs of Staff OTTAWA – January 22, 2021 – As medical Chiefs of Staff for Ottawa’s hospitals, we are asking everyone to adhere to provincial public health restrictions and stay home, except for essential reasons — reasons that include seeking medical...
Mireille Ouimet, PhD, is a Scientist and Director of the Cardiovascular Metabolism and Cell Biology Laboratory (video) at the University of Ottawa Heart Institute and a Professor in the Department of Biochemistry, Microbiology and Immunology, in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of Ottawa.
Respected for Our Excellence, Recognized for Our Care On May 11, 1976 the University of Ottawa Heart Institute opened for business. Over the following four decades, we have become a heart health leader, providing outstanding care to patients from across Canada and impacting the well-being of people...
This Accessibility Plan outlines our five-year strategy (2025–2030) to overcome or prevent new barriers in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA).
In terms of clinical care, the University of Ottawa Heart Institute is the sole, independent provider of specialized cardiovascular care for the Champlain Region and serves more than 40 referral hospitals throughout the province.
We recognize that the best patient care is not feasible if it is not supported with vibrant research and education. Today's research is tomorrow's treatment. This is a reflection of the natural flow of knowledge from "bench to bedside," from scientific discovery to new forms of treatment. Without...
Overview The Heart Institute consists of three separate legally incorporated entities, each having its own distinct board of directors. These entities are: the University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI), the University of Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation, and the Ottawa Heart Institute Research...
Our expansion will create a state-of-the-art facility that will meet the demands of delivering outstanding cardiovascular care to a growing and changing patient population. The facility will provide greater capacity and efficiencies and will support the advanced and rapidly changing technologies...
Our top 5 stories of 2018 covered a variety of important heath topics: innovative techniques and technology, continuing medical education in Canada, tips for better managing stress, and, yes, recreational pot, too. 5 th position (Fluoro)Less is More When it Comes to Cardiac Ablation 4 th position...
Members of the University of Ottawa's senior management.
Inspired by a unique culture of excellence and innovation, we promote heart health and lead in patient care, research and education.
At the University of Ottawa Heart Institute, we have more than 65 active scientists and clinician investigators and 170 research staff, students and research fellows. All scientists and clinician investigators have individual profiles (see below) and most also lead Research Teams.
Our plan represents more than a roadmap – it is a declaration of our steadfast dedication to pushing boundaries, embracing collaboration, and harnessing the power of cutting-edge technology and AI to address the evolving needs of patients, while never losing the human touch.
The Heart Institute welcomes three new cardiologists The University of Ottawa Heart Institute (UOHI) is proud to welcome three new cardiologists: Dr. Wael Alqarawi, Dr. Habibat Garuba and Dr. Hany Rizk. Dr. Wael Alqarawi received his medical degree from King Saud University in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia...