A fixture at VGH since 1979, Colin Dugan quietly plies his skills as a maintenance worker — and occasionally surprises his customers with cookies.

For her innovative abilities, creative flair and boundless energy across all facets of her practice, Dianna Mah-Jones has been named this year’s Provincial Health Care Hero.

“This is an example of what we do best at VGH,” says Dr. Marcel Dvorak.

“He looks so different. I couldn’t even recognize him. It’s a miracle,” says Esther Chongo, a nurse at VGH.

At the Vancouver Medical Staff Awards, we celebrated seven stand-out physicians for their inspiring special achievements.

Recovering from surgery taught Diane Ward that operating a wheelchair is much harder than it looks and inspired a fun-spirited event at GF Strong.

Share a photo of your pet in support of Angus and our Canine Scent Detection Program.

A “randomized coffee trial” and selfie station facilitated convos between staff, and gentle questions to patients brought out emotional answers.

The Broadway extension will impact staff at many locations, including VGH.

VGH emergency staff share what they’ve learned from “What Matters to You?” Day.