Thank Your Doctor, Nurse, Caregiver or Medical Staff
Making a tribute gift is the perfect way to thank a Hamilton Health Sciences staff member who went above and beyond for you or someone you love.
Honour any member of the hospital staff team and they will be informed of your gift and receive a special commemorative lapel pin. If you would like to include a personal message, we will see that they receive it with their pin.
Whom Should I Honour with My Gift?
You can choose to honour any staff member who made a difference in your care – a doctor, a nurse, therapist or any other Hamilton Health Sciences staff. You can also honour a specific health care team.
How Many Staff Members can I Recognize and Send a Pin to?
Please recognize as many staff as you like. However, each donation and thank you message must be made separately in order for each staff member to receive their lapel pin.
To make your donation, please fill out the form below or call 905-522-3863 or email donations@hamiltonhealth.ca.
These outstanding staff members went above and beyond at Hamilton Health Sciences.
Know a staff member you want to honour? Thank your caregiver today!
2019 
Honourees
September 2019 Honourees
Dr. Lua Eiriksson
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Kasper Ekkehard
Hamilton General Hospital
Dr. Michelle Liebregts
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Kanjana Perera
Hamilton Health Sciences
“Thank you for all your time and dedication.” – Leah
Staff of Cardiac Care
Hamilton General Hospital
Staff of Emergency Department
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Staff of Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
McMaster Children’s Hospital
Staff of Radiation
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“I want to give a heart felt thank you to all the teams of workers in the radiation department. Your care was exceptional! I felt comforted knowing you all care!” – Doug
Dr. Michael Tsang
Hamilton General Hospital
Dr. Richard Whitlock
Hamilton General Hospital
Dr. Illun Yang
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
August 2019 Honourees
Dr. Valerie Bloomfield
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Thank you for your wonderful care and kindness.” – Colleen
Mr. Jayson Calderson
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Jayson, I can’t tell you how much it meant the way you went over and above what you needed to do. It meant so much. Thank you so much for all your caring.” – Ruth
Dr. Adel Dyub
Hamilton General Hospital
Mr. Vincent Grady
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“It all begins at the front door! Vinny is the best ambassador for Juravinski Cancer Centre. He is a happy and very compassionate gentleman, not only caring for patients and their needs on arrival and departure but also the family accompanying them. We look forward to seeing him! As a security employee he truly works beyond the call of duty.” – Sandra
Ms. Kathy Knechtel
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Thanks for being there helping me during my crisis ordeal in the evening of August 10. I am especially thankful to you for allowing me to use the phone. It is a blessing and it turned out to be a happy ending! Your kindness will be deeply appreciated by me, my niece and nephew.” – Doris
Dr. Andre Lamy
Hamilton General Hospital
Ms. Shirley Rodrigues
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Thank you so much for your extra help with Anna – you’ve made all the difference in the world.” – Ronald
Staff of Cardiac Care
Hamilton General Hospital
Ms. Tammy Thomas
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Lisa VanHouwelingen
McMaster Children’s Hospital
“It’s been a long road. Thank you for everything.” – Baby Cohen and family
July 2019 Honourees
Staff of Colposcopy Clinic
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Thank you for all the work you do!
Dr. Shawn Forbes
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Thank you for the follow-ups and for saving my life.
June 2019 Honourees
Dr. Dustin Costescu
McMaster University Medical Centre
Many thanks for bringing two wonderful children into our lives.
Dr. Charles Cunningham
Ron Joyce Children’s Health Centre
McMaster Children’s Hospital
Congratulations on your outstanding and highly impactful career, touching the lives of thousands of kids and families! All the best for your next adventures!
Dr. Tim Davies
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Thank you for your compassionate and professional care and approach during this time.
Dr. Christopher Hillis
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Thank you for your amazing care the past two years. With much gratitude, Dora.
Dr. Margot Loosley-Millman
McMaster Children’s Hospital
Staff of 20E Radiation Therapy
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Sharon, Jane, Melanie, Irene and Christie, thanks for the amazing care.
Staff of E4 Surgical – Nursing and Support Staff
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Family is grateful to the “angels in every area” who cared for their husband and father.
Staff of Emergency Department
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Family is grateful to the “angels in every area” who cared for their husband and father.
Staff of ICU
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Family is grateful to the “angels in every area” who cared for their husband and father.
Staff of Ward E3
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Family is grateful to the “angels in every area” who cared for their husband and father.
May 2019 Honourees
Dr. Bryan Alton
Hamilton Health Sciences
“Thank you for all your patience and understanding! It is because of you that our son has done so well. It is because of your reassurance and support that our family feels comfortable leaving our son in your care!”
Dr. Suzanne Archie
McMaster University Medical Centre
“Thank you for saving my life. I am still alive thanks to you. Thank you for listening to all my horrible problems and helping me be a successful person. I owe my quality of life to you, I might still be hurting horridly and struggling badly without you.”
Dr. Victoria Avram
Juravinski Hospital
Dr. Stephanie Brister
Hamilton General Hospital
“Still thanking you for my successful three bypass surgeries in 1998. Feeling great!”
Mrs. Leticia Calura
McMaster University Medical Centre
“Caring, concern, kind and supportive – some of the words that describe you. Leticia makes a monthly visit at McMaster Medical Day Care Unit for IVIG – a happy place to be!”
Ms. Jennifer Campbell
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Agnes Chmiel
Regional Rehabilitation Centre
“Thank you for sharing your expertise and providing excellent care.”
Dr. Victor Chu
Hamilton General Hospital
“Thank you for taking me as a patient, the recovery after surgery went well and I feel really good now.”
Dr. Clive Davis
Hamilton Health Sciences
“In appreciation and in honour of Dr. Davis.”
Dr. Adel Dyub
Hamilton General Hospital
Dr. Shawn Forbes
McMaster University Medical Centre
Dr. Tina Gai
McMaster Children’s Hospital
“Thank you for your amazing care of myself and Parker on December 18, 2018!”
Mr. Vincent Grady
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Thank you so much for the great way you helped during this stressful time. You are the face of JCC, you are the first and last person we see. You make all the difference during this difficult time by reducing the stress. We appreciate everything you do.”
Mrs. Barbara Groznik
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Thank you for your kindness, care and compassion. You are an angel and your dedication to nursing is amazing. Thank you for all you do to help patients and their families.”
Ms. Pauline Hamilton
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“They were a great team! Their encouragement and care was amazing.” – Roseanne and Thomas
Dr. Sebastien Hotte
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Thank you for the wonderful care and support you have given.
Dr. Iqbal Jaffer and Team
Hamilton General Hospital
“I would like to thank you and your team – Dr. Iqbal Jaffer, Nick Dontuma, Hawa Mohammed, Dr. Romi, Karen Rocha, Christine Hui, Filomena Toito and all the hospital employees and management for your excellent humanitarian and honest service with my illness. Hoping you have continued success. Thank you.”
Ms. Anita Jukic
Hamilton Health Sciences
“Thank you for treating my son with respect and dignity. Thank you for being so compassionate!”
Staff of Juravinski Cancer Centre
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Heartfelt thanks from my family to the nurses and doctors at Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre for the excellence care.”
Dr. Stephen Kelly
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Dr. Kelly for his dedication to the health and well-being of his patients, as well as his work during my time with him.”
Dr. Tom Kouroukis
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Kylie Lepic
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“She is simply the best.”
Dr. Kylie Lepic
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“You are the most caring doctor. You are the best and we love you.”
Ms. Karen Litman
McMaster Children’s Hospital
“Thank you for going above and beyond at every clinic visit! I’m so grateful for your care! Thank you!”
Mr. Jeff Lunn
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Michael Marcaccio
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“In great appreciation.”
Dr. Sharon Marr
St. Peter’s Hospital
Dr. William McMillan
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“In appreciation of the service at Juravinski Cancer Centre.”
Dr. Alison Montgomery
Hamilton General Hospital
“Your dedication, professionalism, expertise and loyalty to your cause goes beyond all expectations! Thank you on behalf of the entire Lifestyle Wealth team.”
Dr. Som Mukherjee
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Som Mukherjee
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Doug Oliver
Hamilton Health Sciences
“Thanks for being there for me.”
Dr. Mohan Pai
McMaster University Medical Centre
“Thank you for loving my boys like they were your own and doing all that was humanly possible to make their lives better. We love you for all you’ve done! P.S. We now have a grandson, Nathan Jordan.”
Mrs. Michelle Dawn Playfair
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“You are a godsend to everyone you care for. Your kindness and caring are limitless and often go unrecognized. Thank you for all you do.”
Ms. Cheryl Reid
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“You are an amazing nurse and sister. Thank you for taking such good care of our family. With Love and gratitude.” – Jan and Jerry
Ms. Julie Riley
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Leyo Ruo
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“With my sincere thanks for your excellent medical care over the years. You performed a painstaking Whipple procedure on me three years ago in order to afford me my best chance at life. Thank you for your warm smiles each time we meet.”
Dr. Bruno Salena
McMaster University Medical Centre
Dr. L. Semelhago
Hamilton General Hospital
“In appreciation of receiving gift of life through your cardiac care.”
Dr. Bobby Shayegan
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Frank C. Smith
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Thank you Doctor Smith for your excellent care over the past many years. Your are not only a very talented doctor, but you are also a kind and caring person. I cannot thank you enough. Enjoy your retirement.” – Janice
Dr. Niv Sne
Hamilton General Hospital
“For care above and beyond.”
Ms. Kaitlin St. Pierre
McMaster Children’s Hospital
Staff of Neurointerventional Surgery Stroke Care
Hamilton General Hospital
“Thanks for great life saving work!”
Ms. Marian Wheeler
McMaster Children’s Hospital
“Thank you for your exceptional care, patience and guidance helping Melanie cope with her type 1 diabetes. You’ve made a difference!”
Dr. Jim Wright
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“They were a great team! Their encouragement and care was amazing.” – Roseanne and Thomas
Dr. Li Zhang and Team
Hamilton General Hospital
“I would like to thank you and your team – Dr. Iqbal Jaffer, Nick Dontuma, Hawa Mohammed, Dr. Romi, Karen Rocha, Christine Hui, Filomena Toito and all the hospital employees and management for your excellent humanitarian and honest service with my illness. Hoping you have continued success. Thank you.”
April 2019 Honourees
Ms. Clare Cimino
St. Peter’s Hospital
“Thank you.”
Dr. Adel Dyub
Hamilton General Hospital
“Thank you – I am very happy with my father’s care.”
Dr. Lua Eiriksson
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Ms. Margaret Forbes
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Nicole Hodgson
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Celebrating six years cancer free. Thank you!”
Dr. Nicole Hodgson
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Himu Lukka
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Thank you for your care and your support.” – Martyn
Dr. Elaine McWhirter
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Celebrating six years cancer free. Thank you!”
Dr. Brandon Meyers
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“In honour and deep appreciation for Dr. Meyers, an exemplary professional who is thorough, conscientious and personable.”
Dr. Dominic Parry
Hamilton General Hospital
“I am sending this note to send my heartfelt gratitude. Thanks for easing my pain and thank you for encouraging me when I was down. You have done what medicine alone could not have done. Your care is above and beyond what I could have hoped for. Please continue to be a blessing to them through your profession.”
Dr. Dominic Parry
Hamilton General Hospital
Dr. Christopher Patterson
St. Peter’s Hospital
“Thank you.”
Dr. Stephen Sagar
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Thank you for everything you have done.” – Jose
Staff of C3 Oncology
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Thank you for all that you have and continue to do, while taking such wonderful care of our mother, Vilma!”
Staff of Cardiac Care
Hamilton General Hospital
“We would sincerely like to thank Dr. Zhang and the OR staff for saving our son’s life. Without your expertise, knowledge, commitment and team work, our son would not be here today! Our sincerest gratitude and appreciation for your care and compassion in making a difference.” – Regards, Mike and Anna
Staff of Heart Investigation Unit
Hamilton General Hospital
“Thank you – I am very happy with my father’s care.”
Staff of Heart Investigation Unit
Hamilton General Hospital
“We would sincerely like to thank Dr. Zhang and the OR staff for saving our son’s life. Without your expertise, knowledge, commitment and team work, our son would not be here today! Our sincerest gratitude and appreciation for your care and compassion in making a difference.” – Regards, Mike and Anna
Dr. Eldon Tunks
Regional Rehabilitation Centre
“Dr. Tunks, thank you for your kindness and compassion in helping me cope with the constant chronic pain each day.” – June
Ms. Jennifer Wiernikowski
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Li Zhang and the OR staff
Hamilton General Hospital
“We would sincerely like to thank Dr. Zhang and the OR staff for saving our son’s life. Without your expertise, knowledge, commitment and team work, our son would not be here today! Our sincerest gratitude and appreciation for your care and compassion in making a difference.” – Regards, Mike and Anna
March 2019 Honourees
Ms. Tara Behie, Ms. Marita Bosch, Ms. Margaret Forbes, Ms. Gloria Gibson, Ms. Erin Mitchell, Ms. Lauren Vanderlee and Dr. Parveen Wasi
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“We want to recognize the amazing and outstanding care that was given to my grandfather Don during his treatment. Thank you for working so hard and never giving up.” – Haiden and Family
Ms. Victoria Carter, Ms. Kaitlyn Czerniawski-Hemsworth, Ms. Sarah Gordon, Ms. Kim Impagliatelli, Ms. Justine McIntyre, Ms. Krissa Musseau, Ms. Vanessa Olton, Ms. Karen Orig, Ms. Kim Symons and Ms. Jelena Truvunovic
McMaster Children’s Hospital
“It is with profound gratitude that we honour this incredible group of therapists and administrators. Goodbye and good luck to you all. With love and best wishes.” – The Duggan and Duncan families
Dr. Samantha Cartlidge
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Many thanks for taking the time to share a smile, extend words of support and responding quickly to all calls, my first impression was a lasting impression.”
Dr. Sukhbinder Dhesy-Thind, Dr. Harold Reiter and Dr. Leyo Ruo
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“I have made the five-year “cure” from pancreatic cancer. Without you and your team of phenomenal doctors I would not be here today. Thank you so very much.”
Dr. Stephen Kelly
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“With deepest gratitude, I honour Dr. Kelly for his compassion, talent, integrity and thoroughness during my journey at Juravinski.”
Ms. Shaneka Knight, Staff of C3 Oncology and Dr. David Wilson
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Thank you for all the good service, support and care shown to Erma.”
Nursing Staff of 8 West
Hamilton General Hospital
Staff of Intensive Care Unit
McMaster Children’s Hospital
Staff of Intensive Care Unit and Staff of Pediatric Stepdown 3C
McMaster Children’s Hospital
“The Embroiderer’s Guild of Peterborough has made a donation to McMaster Children’s Hospital Foundation in recognition of the wonderful care Nathan received in ICU and on 3C.”
February 2019 Honourees
Dr. Robert Issenman
McMaster Children’s Hospital
“I wanted to take a moment and thank you for all the support and guidance you gave me through the years. I have been able to achieve some large personal goals and milestones and a lot of this wouldn’t have been possible without you, Chris Raboja, and all the staff in the IBD clinic. Thank you!” – Neha
Dr. Brian Leber
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Dr. Sunjay Sharma
Hamilton General Hospital
“Thank you so much. I have recovered from my stroke.” Hamilton General Hospital Staff of 6 South “Thanks with all my heart.”
Staff of 6 West
Hamilton General Hospital
“Please receive this donation and many thanks for the excellent care by the General 6-West Physiotherapy & Nursing Staff. Special thanks to Physiotherapist Jennifer, Social Worker Jason for their enduring patience with Gracie.”
Dr. Alejandro Torres-Trejo
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Ms. Debbie Zabolotney
Hamilton General Hospital
“We are thankful for your assistance and were touched by how caring you were to us in our time of need. You made a difficult situation a little easier and we are forever grateful.” – Sharon and Graham
January 2019 Honourees
Dr. Victor Chu
Hamilton General Hospital
Dr. Brian Leber
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
Staff of NICU
McMaster Children’s Hospital
Staff of Radiation
Juravinski Hospital and Cancer Centre
“Thank you for the remarkable care that I received.” – Nora
Mr. Hayden Tanner
Hamilton General Hospital
“Nurse Hayden is a true professional. His patients always come first. Before he leaves he ensures that his patients are comfortable and his team is covered. He is always there for support. His positive, warm attitude brightens the day for all.”
Dr. Susan Waserman
McMaster University Medical Centre
“For over fifteen years, Dr. Waserman and her associates along with all the front desk staff and technicians have provided me with outstanding care. Thank you!”
