Breaking Barriers: Nova Scotia Health Innovation Hub's First Quarter Recap

Hello and welcome to Breaking Barriers, The Nova Scotia Health Innovation Hub’s new quarterly newsletter!

You’ll never miss out on the groundbreaking research and industry-shaping innovations being done in Nova Scotia, and will get to know the awe-inspiring people behind that work, through this quarterly recap of the waves we’re making in our province’s healthcare system and beyond.

We’re so happy to have you along for the journey!

Dr. Gail Tomblin Murphy Vice President, Research, Innovation & Discovery and Innovation Partnerships

Research Spotlight: AZUR-2, a global first

This first-of-its-kind clinical trial, achieved through a unique collaboration, is giving hope to MSI-H colon cancer patients while pushing Nova Scotia cancer care forward.

Learn more about AZUR-2 here

Meet Innovation Champion Dr. Emily Johnston

This pharmacist turned innovator brings her passion for patient-centered care and expertise in post-operative pain management to her new role as Pharmacist, Innovation Champion at the Nova Scotia Health Innovation Hub.

Read about Dr. Johnston's pain solution

Virtual Hallway making vital connections between healthcare providers

Virtual Hallway is connecting primary care providers directly with specialists through tele-consultations, leading to faster diagnoses, streamlined care plans and improved patient outcomes.

Learn more about this platform here

Discovery Spotlight: Leveraging young minds for mental health solutions

The RBC Youth Health Innovation challenge is giving Nova Scotia's young adults a platform to bring their lived experience to mental healthcare development.

Learn the details of this ground-breaking competition

Prosaris: Improving efficiency and safety at our hospitals

Meet our partner, a local leak and energy management company whose technology could enhance safety and efficiency in our healthcare facilities.

MIMOSA wound care technology achieves major milestone

Thanks to Health Canada approval, the Mimosa Pro will be revolutionizing wound care in Nova Scotia hospitals and clinics by summer.

Learn more about the MIMOSA tool

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The Nova Scotia Health Innovation Hub is leading innovation and research within the healthcare system to deliver high-impact solutions for patients and providers. Through strategic partnerships with clinical champions, industry, healthcare foundations, governments and academic partners, we're harnessing the best available evidence and innovative solutions. For more, visit our website and follow us on social media.