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We are Niagara Health is a series of stories that celebrates the incredible people working and volunteering in our organization and how they make a difference in the lives of patients and coworkers every day.

‘Community hospitals can transform care’: Elaina Orlando on building research capacity at NH

‘Community hospitals can transform care’: Elaina Orlando on building research capacity at NH

Posted Jan 21st, 2026

When Elaina Orlando began her academic journey in public health, she never imagined it would lead her to the heart of building a research culture in a community hospital. Today, as the Director of Research Operations at the Niagara Health Knowledge Institute (NHKI), she is helping to shape how research is conducted, taught and shared in Niagara and beyond. 

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‘We’re there from first scan to final treatment:’ Medical Physicist connects the steps of cancer care

‘We’re there from first scan to final treatment:’ Medical Physicist connects the steps of cancer care

Posted Jan 19th, 2026

When most people picture cancer care, they think of doctors at the bedside or therapists at the treatment machine. Few know there’s a quiet constant working behind the scenes throughout their entire journey - a medical physicist - making sure every step is safe, accurate and tailored to what patients need most. 

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Paying it forward: Anesthesiologist recognized for excellence in clinical teaching

Paying it forward: Anesthesiologist recognized for excellence in clinical teaching

Posted Dec 29th, 2025

Called a role model for future physicians, Dr. Tyler Plyley is the latest recipient of the Dr. George Bibawi Award for being a standout in anesthesia education.

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“Technology will always be essential, but it cannot replace the relationships that define healthcare”: IT Director

“Technology will always be essential, but it cannot replace the relationships that define healthcare”: IT Director

Posted Dec 12th, 2025

When Daniel Rolim approved a last-minute request to provide internet access for a patient, he assumed it was a small technical favour. Days later, he learned that it allowed the patient to say goodbye to her family - her final call before she passed.

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‘Even a small weekly shift helps more than you’d think:’ Volunteer reflects on 12 years of giving back

‘Even a small weekly shift helps more than you’d think:’ Volunteer reflects on 12 years of giving back

Posted Dec 5th, 2025

When Anne Rice first saw a volunteer recruitment ad in her local newspaper more than a decade ago, she didn’t hesitate.

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Niagara Health nurses participate in Women Networking in Sports event

A team of Niagara Health nurses calling themselves ‘Team Lifesaver’ took part in the Women Networking in Sports of Niagara Amazing Race event on Saturday, Aug. 13 in Welland. Pictured from left are RN Andrea Demery, RN Jody Gowling, RPN Christina Brownlow and RN Lorraine Hotson. Photo courtesy J.T. Lewis for Torstar. 

Local greenhouse gives thanks

As a token of appreciation for all the hard work and dedication over the past few years, CosMic Plants in Beamsville delivered more than 2,000 orchids to staff, physicians and volunteers across our sites on Friday, Aug. 12.

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