Newsroom

Browse all of our news stories, events and media releases.

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital Announces New Chief of Staff, Dr. Erica Van Daalen [Media Releases]

Published On: October 29, 2024

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital (STEGH) is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Erica Van Daalen as the hospital’s new Chief of Staff, effective November 1. Dr. Van Daalen succeeds Dr. Waleed Chehadi, who has been dedicated to this role since 2016. Dr. Van Daalen brings a wealth of experience and a commitment to […]

Therapy Pool – Update [News]

Published On: October 8, 2024

Updated Statement Clarification of Therapy Pool Closure October 8, 2024 We realize the closure of the therapy pool has been difficult for many in our community, and we want to take this opportunity to provide further clarity on why reopening the pool is not a viable option. The safety and well-being of our patients and […]

STEGH’s First-Ever MRI Machine is Operational [Media Releases]

Published On: October 1, 2024

St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital (STEGH) and the St. Thomas Elgin General Hospital Foundation are thrilled to announce that the community’s first-ever MRI machine is operational. This state-of-the-art technology will dramatically enhance the hospital’s diagnostic capabilities for the residents of St. Thomas and Elgin County. The highly advanced MRI machine uses powerful magnets and radio […]