Video: 2024 Innovarium Mission Award - St. Paul’s Hospital Advanced Endoscopic Resection Centre Team

This year marked the inaugural Innovarium Mission Award, a new initiative established in collaboration with PHC Mission and Innovarium teams. This award highlights exceptional individuals or teams who tackle health system challenges with innovative solutions.

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From L-R: Brian Simmers, President, Providence Health Care Ventures, Chief Financial Officer & VP Health Informatics, Dr. Eric Lam, Gastroenterologist - St. Paul's Hospital, Co-founder of SPARC Initiative, and Fiona Dalton, PHC President & CEO.

In a rapidly evolving healthcare landscape, innovation is key. With rising patient expectations, aging populations, and advancements in technology, traditional methods alone are often not enough to meet evolving needs. Innovarium helps us stay ahead of these changes by promoting novel processes and approaches that adapt to modern challenges. 

This year marked the inaugural Innovarium Mission Award, a new initiative established in collaboration with PHC Mission and Innovarium teams. This award highlights exceptional individuals or teams who tackle health system challenges with innovative solutions. 

Our first recipient of the Mission Award is the St. Paul’s Hospital Advanced Endoscopic Resection Centre Team (SPARC), recognized for their groundbreaking approach in treating early gastrointestinal lesions. Their approach not only improves patient care but also reduces surgical wait times and costs significantly. Since its inception, SPARC has positively impacted over 750 patients, showcasing a remarkable combination of innovation and effectiveness. 

Join us in celebrating this year’s Innovarium Mission Award recipient and get inspired by the cutting-edge advancements making a real difference in health care.