Media Releases

Brockville, ON, January 31, 2019 - In recognition of Bell Let’s Talk Day on January 30, Brockville General Hospital (BGH) offered a mental health talk to staff, physicians, and volunteers. The presentation, ‘How Thinking Affects the Way We Feel’, was led by Dr. Rob Malone, Chief of Staff at BGH.
 “Mental health is just as important as physical health,” said Dr. Rob Malone. “Initiatives like Bell Let’s Talk go a long way to de-stigmatize...
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2018 has been a tremendous year for BGH. We have returned operations to the community, committed to the future healthcare needs of our community through our redevelopment project, and made meaningful changes to our programs and services to continuously enhance our patient care delivery.
Equally important, we have made strides in providing support and leadership to our staff. We have heard your concerns about our culture and stability. We have invested in leadership to...
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Brockville, ON, December 18, 2018 – Starting December 18, Brockville General Hospital’s (BGH) new curbside assistance program is available to patients and visitors.
As redevelopment of our Charles Street site continues, BGH remains committed to helping our patients and visitors access the care they need. The new curbside service will assist patients and visitors navigate the hospital’s entrance during construction.
BGH personnel will be on-hand near...
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Brockville, ON, December 14, 2018 - The team at Brockville General Hospital’s (BGH) Surgical Services Program are dedicated to providing quality care to every patient who comes in for a procedure.
One of the key ways this is accomplished is by using standardized practices. Laparoscopic surgery is one such practice.
“Laparoscopic surgery is incredibly beneficial to our patients,” explained Dr. Susan Hobden, Chief of the Surgical Department at BGH.
“Laparoscopic...
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Brockville, ON, December 13, 2018 – Effective Monday, December 17, paid parking will come into effect at Brockville General Hospital (BGH).  
For the last six months parking fees have been suspended as construction on the 93-bed patient tower took over the previous staff and visitor parking lots. Following the completion of the north parking lot and the successful installation of the parking gates, paid parking will resume.
Paid parking will be similar to...
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