A University Research Hospital

We are a teaching hospital, affiliated with the world-renowned McMaster University, where life-changing research and innovation benefits patients, where we educate the world’s best and create a healthier community.

2025 Vision

We will:

• Strengthen our research leadership, particularly in the areas of Mental Health & Addiction, Kidney & Urinary, Respiratory health and Integrated Comprehensive Care.
• Develop internationally recognized research that influences the provision of care.
• Provide an outstanding educational experience to all of our learners.
• Strengthen our partnerships with academic affiliates McMaster University and Mohawk College.

Initiatives: How will we achieve our vision?

• Align recruitment with areas of research excellence.
• Increase capacity to use big data and artificial intelligence for research.
• Recognize and recruit healthcare professionals who are outstanding educators.
• Support our learners and staff in their preparation to work in an integrated system.

Measurement: Examples of how we will track our progress

• Number of published articles increases.
• Number of new clinical trials increases.