Emboldened by the generosity of Children’s Health Foundation donors, the staff reinvented how they deliver outpatient care – and reduced their wait list by more than 75% and counting.

Dr. Enas Nasr’s early fascination with biochemistry fuels her groundbreaking work at Children’s Hospital. Early experiences in Palestine inspired her to pioneer best practices and advance research, education, and advocacy to benefit children with metabolic disorders.

Dr. Justin Lam is committed to reshaping medical learning environments to be more effective, fair and accountable for teachers and learners, and is illuminating the path forward through powerful research.

Dr. Paige Burgess of Harriston, Ontario shares a profound connection with Children’s Hospital – the hospital that saved her sister’s life. Returning home, she is thrilled to join the team as a paediatric intensivist, and is focused on advancing care, education and staff well-being.

In Southwestern Ontario, where rates of inherited blood disorders have surged in recent years, Dr. Amy Lu is thrilled to join an exceptional multidisciplinary team at Children’s Hospital making a meaningful difference for these patients.

Dr. Tejas Desai thrives on tackling complex issues. As a gastroenterologist who specializes in nutrition, he possesses a distinctive skill set and a drive for innovation.

Dr. Selamenesh Tsige Legas is a passionate global champion for children with disabilities and their families. Her journey began in her home country of Ethiopia when she set out to challenge discriminatory beliefs surrounding disability and drive transformation.

With a powerful donation from the RBC Foundation, Children’s Hospital will be able to bring no-cost simulation education to partner hospitals across the region.