Innovative gown keeps surgical patients at the Misericordia hospital safe and warm
An innovative technology is helping to keep surgical patients warm while reducing the risk of surgical site infections.
January 23, 2025
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One year of transforming emergency care: the new ED at Misericordia hospital
Covenant Health is commemorating one year of operations after opening the Misericordia hospital’s new emergency department in 2023.
December 12, 2024
Preventing and treating pressure injuries in long-term care requires special treatment
Covenant Health uses strategies like the SSKIN+ protocol to prevent and treat pressure injuries, improving quality of life for long-term care residents.
November 21, 2024
Innovative chair transforms neonatal care for dads at Grey Nuns Community Hospital
A new chair at the Grey Nuns NICU enables dads to maintain skin-to-skin contact with newborns during transfers, fostering early bonding and improved care.
October 3, 2024
Surgeons at Misericordia hospital are the first in Alberta to use innovative Acessa technology to treat uterine fibroids
The Acessa procedure is less invasive and requires less downtime for healing than other procedures.
September 20, 2024
Giving social work practicum students broader experience
An innovative social work practicum helps students gain experience on multiple units at Covenant Health sites.
June 6, 2024
Covenant Wellness Community in southeast Edmonton is an innovative approach to healthcare development
The first-of-its-kind development will bring together the health and wellness services Albertans need to live and age well in one location.
April 11, 2024
Innovative dementia simulation training helps Grey Nuns staff understand and empathize with patients
Experiencing the challenges of dementia is equipping staff to provide person-centred care.
March 5, 2024
Robotic-assisted knee surgery offers patients less pain and quicker recovery
A St. Mary’s Hospital physician is performing the only robotic-assisted knee replacement surgeries in Alberta, resulting in better outcomes for patients.
January 16, 2024
Communication reminder cards for staff help ensure patient and resident safety
Covenant Health introduces tools to ensure proper communication for consistent and co-ordinated patient and resident care.
October 24, 2023
Transforming postpartum care
An innovative virtual care program at the Grey Nuns Community Hospital is allowing new mothers to receive quality care at home with their babies.
October 12, 2023
New technology improves surgery for bladder cancer
Misericordia Community Hospital adopts new technology to aid the removal of bladder tumours.
May 23, 2023
BREATHE program pilot supports seniors’ well-being in acute care
A program being piloted with seniors who are patients at St. Joseph's General Hospital in Vegreville is helping to improve their well-being and quality of life.
April 12, 2023
Banff surgeon uses new implant technology for the first time in Canada
The first BioBrace implant surgery in Canada takes place at Banff Mineral Springs Hospital.
March 29, 2023
Ketamine used to treat depression at the Misericordia and Grey Nuns Hospitals
The Misericordia and Grey Nuns Community Hospitals are a few of the first public hospitals in Canada to offer the treatment.
February 3, 2023
Team gives knees a second chance
Banff Sport Medicine team provides world-class care in sport-related musculoskeletal trauma and reconstructive surgery.
January 5, 2023
Stuffing a bus for the Veterans Food Bank of Calgary
Staff and residents at Evanston Summit in Calgary took part in a Stuff a Bus food drive, with proceeds going to the Veterans Food Bank of Calgary
December 19, 2022
Improving the patient and resident care journey
Covenant Health sites launch pilot to improve the care journey patients and residents experiences.
December 12, 2022
Engaging with partners to improve health care
Community volunteers are making a difference to health care through the Covenant Partner program.
December 8, 2022
Day surgery program reduces wait times for women
Misericordia Community Hospital pilots expanded day surgery program for gynecology procedures.
November 17, 2022
