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Our Partners & Collaborators
We have dedicated significant effort into fostering existing and building new strategic partnerships among academia, government, and industry to support the priorities of the MacDonald Franklin OSI Research Centre. Through collaborative initiatives and formal advisory, the following are highlights...
Strategic Map
Vision Our vision is to be a national and global leader and enabler that bridges research and clinical excellence to promote recovery from operational stress injuries (OSIs) in Veterans and their families. Mission Our mission is to conduct innovative research in a collaborative environment and...
Advisory Council
Members Catherine Baillie Abidi, PhD Mount Saint Vincent University Ken Balderson, MD, CM, FRCPC St. Joseph’s OSI Clinic Dr. Rod Balsom, PhD St. Joseph’s OSI Clinic Colette Currin, CCAC EHN Canada Mark Daley, PhD Western University Marco Di Cola Harbour Grace Holdings Inc Bryan G. Garber, MSM, CD...
Research Team
J Don Richardson, MD, FRCPC Scientific Director Dr. Richardson is a psychiatrist, Professor, Department of Psychiatry-Western, Medical Director of St. Joseph's Operational Stress Injury (OSI) Clinic in London, and the Scientific Director of the MacDonald Franklin OSI Research Centre at the Parkwood...
About Us
The MacDonald Franklin Operational Stress Injury (OSI) Research Centre is a national and international leader in research on military and Veteran mental health. The Centre’s primary mission is to improve the mental health and well-being of Veterans with OSIs through clinical and neuroscience...
Children's Health
The Children’s Health Research Institute (CHRI) has a long and proud history of discovering ways to prevent and treat diseases affecting infants, children and youth, and to determine ways to promote happy, healthy lives. About CHRI Established over 25 years ago in 1987 by the War Memorial Children’s...
Cardiology & Vascular Diseases
Our research aims to gain a greater understanding of diseases of the heart and blood vessels, including coronary heart disease, stroke and heart failure. Cardiology Cardiologists in London, Ontario provide clinical services to London Health Sciences Centre’s (LHSC) Cardiac Care program and St...
Cancer
Pamela Greenaway-Kohlmeier Translational Breast Cancer Research Unit Gastrointestinal cancers includes cancers of the colon, stomach, esophagus and pancreas. Colon cancer remains the 2nd and 3rd leading causes of cancer death in men and women, respectively. Unfortunately, cancers such as pancreatic...
HULC News
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London ranks in top ten of Canada’s research hospitals
LONDON, ON – Lawson Health Research Institute has ranked eighth in the country for the 2021 edition of Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals List by Re$earch Infosource. This is the eighth consecutive year that Lawson has maintained this strong national position, which puts the institute within the top
Study examines new forms of treatment for those suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder
LONDON, ON – Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a condition that often develops in those who have experienced a traumatic event. PTSD affects close to 10 per cent of Canadians, and in some cases, can be difficult to treat. In a new study through Lawson Health Research Institute and Western
London ranks in top ten of Canada’s research hospitals
LONDON, ON – Lawson Health Research Institute has ranked eighth in the country for the 2021 edition of Canada’s Top 40 Research Hospitals List by Re$earch Infosource. This is the eighth consecutive year that Lawson has maintained this strong national position, which puts the institute within the top
2021 Media Releases
New study will assess fecal transplants in treatment of pancreatic cancer December 15th, 2021 Global study on heart valve repair surgery will improve patient outcomes around the world November 16th, 2021 Scientists studying carbon monoxide as possible treatment for sepsis November 9th, 2021 Study
Emerging Stronger
The need to rebuild health in Canada HealthCareCAN unites health organizations across Canada, networking their individual strengths to catalyze and capitalize on the disruptive innovation occurring in health. There has been no greater disruptive force in health than COVID-19, and as Canada seeks to...
Serving those who serve us
Members of the Canadian Armed Forces and retired Veterans represent a distinct population when it comes to understanding mental health. Researchers in London are working closely with military members to better understand their needs and explore tailored treatment options. The MacDonald Franklin...
Fighting wear and tear
Improving outcomes for patients with hip and knee implants Every day, John LeFeuvre tries to get in at least 7,000 steps, tracked by his Fitbit. “I have the competitive nature of a sportsman,’ explains John, a 74-year-old retired special education teacher. “The Fitbit spurs me on.” John wears a...
A global leader in imaging research
Advanced hybrid imaging platforms, including MRI and CT, are being used to drive discoveries and innovation in areas such as cardiology, neurology, metabolic disease and cancer. Cyclotron and radiochemistry facilities provide essential resources for this research. The newly emerging technologies of...
Cool Science
Spinal cord stimulation brings back mobility to patients with Parkinson’s Dr. Mandar Jog and his team were the first in the world to implant a stimulator device on the spines of Parkinson’s patients, helping them walk again. They have found that stimulating signals that move from the body towards...