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World-first AI algorithm developed at CHEO leads to rare disease diagnosis for families
Posted on Thursday, May 23, 2024 11:30 AM
OTTAWA, Canada – [May 23, 2024]– Harnessing the power of artificial intelligence (AI), CHEO researchers have developed a groundbreaking search algorithm that identifies children and youth who may have an undiagnosed rare genetic disease and refers them for genetic testing – putting an end to their diagnostic odyssey.
“The ThinkRare algorithm is incredibly exciting and promising because it means we can help families find answers and get the care and support they need sooner,” said Dr. Kym Boycott,...
CHEO awarded exemplary status for providing safe and quality care to children and youth
Posted on Thursday, May 23, 2024 08:30 AM
May 22, 2024, Ottawa, ON — CHEO has achieved the highest level possible in its accreditation process, earning exemplary status from Accreditation Canada, the independent agency that rates the quality and safety of Canadian health-care organizations. CHEO met 2,745 of the 2,760 standards against which it was assessed – a result of 99.5%. CHEO also achieved all 30 required organizational practices in areas like safety, medication management, infection control and communication.
“This accreditation confirms what we...
Happy Birthday CHEO: Celebrating 50 Years of serving the community and beyond
Posted on Friday, May 17, 2024 01:46 PM
CHEO has reached a major milestone as it celebrates 50 years since it first opened its doors on May 17, 1974.
The golden anniversary was marked inside CHEO’s Rainbow Cafeteria with a party filled with history and the people who built the hospital from the ground up, including some of the hospital’s first patients, nurses and doctors.
The cafeteria also featured innovations that highlight CHEO’s present and future, including its new 3D printer and the Trexo robot that helps children with accessibility issues.
CHEO unveils roadmap for its next 5 years
Posted on Wednesday, May 08, 2024 03:30 PM
May 8, 2024 – After extensive consultation with more than 1,600 staff, medical staff, learners, volunteers, children, youth, families and community partners, the CHEO Board of Directors has adopted CHEO’s 2024-29 Strategy — a roadmap to guide our work over the next five years.
Our destination is ambitious but simple: by 2029 it will be easier and quicker to access safe, inclusive and leading-edge care at CHEO and in our community thanks to strengthened teams and partnerships. The excellent care we...
Let’s celebrate CHEO’s big birthday by lighting up in purple
Posted on Thursday, May 02, 2024 12:48 PM
Ottawa, Ontario, May 2, 2024 – As CHEO marks 50 years of dedicated service to children, youth and families in the community, we invite everyone – residents, organizations, businesses – across the region to celebrate by lighting up in purple for CHEO on May 17.
From providing pediatric care to pioneering groundbreaking medical treatment, CHEO has held a special place in the community for 50 years.
“Everyone I meet has a CHEO story. I can’t wait to see our region show their love and support for CHEO by lighting up in...