The case for simulation
Prior to starting their clinical rotations, Michener’s medical laboratory science students spend 10 weeks in a simulated clinical environment as part of their summer semester. They perform tasks as they…
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Learning from the patient experience
Michener students learn in the classroom that patient-centred care is a cornerstone of the health care experience, but five second-year respiratory therapy students recently discovered that some of the most…
Michener grad recognized by professional association
“These activities helped me to build strong relationships,” says Anna, a 2015 graduate of Michener’s Respiratory Therapy program. She explains that events around Michener that promoted lung health and lung…
Making history with landmark integration
The Michener Institute is home to programs that train in-demand applied health professionals, including radiological technologists, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) technologists, anaesthesia assistants and medical laboratory technologists. These specialized and…
The Michener Institute Integrates with University Health Network
This is an exciting time for Michener. On December 14, 2015, The Michener Institute for Applied Health Sciences signed an agreement to integrate with University Health Network (UHN). This Canadian-first,…
Michener’s simulation suites part of UHN study on identifying and managing medical errors
With the help of The Michener Institute’s state-of-the-art simulation facilities, researchers at University Health Network (UHN) are looking into the effectiveness of simulation training to help practitioners identify and manage…
Michener addresses changes to cervical cancer and HPV screening
For years, physicians have screened for cervical cancer using the “gold standard” Pap test. The cytological test, performed by a subset of medical laboratory technologists called cytotechnologists, examines cervical cells…
Tips for hand washing to reduce the spread of germs
December is here, and that means it is officially flu season for the next four months. While health care workers across the province have been encouraged to get the flu…
Recognizing excellence and accomplishments at the 2015 Student Awards Ceremony
Every year, Michener comes together to celebrate the achievements of its students and the generosity of its donors. The annual Student Awards Ceremony, held on Wednesday, November 4, honoured scholarship…
Helping those with diabetes through education
According to the Canadian Diabetes Association, nearly one in 10 people will be affected by diabetes. They can experience devastating complications such as kidney failure, blindness and amputation. In fact,…