We are pleased to share that a collaboration between our Nanji Stroke Centre, Diagnostic Imaging, Intensive Care Unit, 3D Unit and Emergency Department teams at Birchmount Hospital has been accredited with Distinction in our 2024 Final Report from Accreditation Canada!

“I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to the entire team at our Birchmount Hospital involved in this accreditation for earning the prestigious Stroke Distinction Award. This achievement is a testament to your deep commitment to excellence, innovation, and the highest standards of stroke care. Your dedication to providing exceptional care and your collaborative efforts have set a new benchmark in stroke services. This award not only recognizes your work but also highlights your leadership in delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Thank you for your on-going pursuit of excellence and for making a significant impact on the lives of our patients and their families. Congratulations once again on this well-deserved recognition.” 

     –   David Graham, SHN President and CEO 

An organization or network is eligible for an award of Stroke Distinction™ that is valid for four years if all the requirements shown here are achieved. Based upon the results, Accreditation Canada recognizes Scarborough Health Network, Birchmount Hospital for earning an award of Stroke Distinction™ for the Acute and Inpatient Rehabilitation standards.

The 2024 Accreditation final report applauds the leading care that SHN delivers every day, stating:

“Achieving Distinction indicates that your organization has demonstrated national leadership in the provision of high‐quality stroke care. We applaud your success and urge you to celebrate this achievement… Congratulations to the leadership, clinicians, and staff at Scarborough Health Network, for your outstanding commitment to excellence and innovation in stroke services.”

Specifically, the report captures our many successes, including our:

  • Committed leaders, physicians, and staff who exemplify passion and dedication to stroke care
  • Teamwork and collaboration clearly demonstrated throughout the continuum of care
  • Commitment to evidence-informed quality improvement, emphasizing patient and family-centred care while prioritizing equity, diversity, inclusion, and innovation
  • Commitment to prioritizing and investing in stroke care for the community

We look forward to continuing to participate in Accreditation Canada’s ongoing assessment cycle to support us in maintaining best practices, informing planning, and driving continuous quality improvements. This rewarding process will always be integral to our journey at SHN and the world-class care we deliver right here in Scarborough.