AIDS. It’s a loaded word for many people in Canada, especially gay men. This World AIDS Day, we’re looking back on how The Ottawa Hospital has stayed at the forefront of life-saving HIV research and treatment for nearly 40 years.

Physician, researcher and educator Dr. Lisa Calder discusses the future of health care and how working at The Ottawa Hospital has prepared her for being the CEO of the Canadian Medical Protective Association, a national organization with more than 100,000 physician members.

Cameron Love, President and CEO of The Ottawa Hospital, talks about his priorities, staff and physician wellness, the role of research and innovation, and his gratitude for the staff and community.

From physicians to nurses to researchers, The Ottawa Hospital celebrates the inspiring women who are leading the way in changing health care.

Dr. Elianna Saidenberg passed away in October 2019, leaving behind a legacy of compassion and devotion. An esteemed hematologist and enthusiastic teacher, she was also a great advocate for patient-centred care.

Shane and Ellen Ottens have seen their four boys go through their fair share of bumps, bruises and broken bones over the years. However, nothing prepared them for the diagnosis their son, Spencer, would receive in the fall of 2017.