
CareNext Coalition
Enabling more personalized, convenient and accessible health-care experiencesThe CareNext Coalition is a unique partnership between the À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ Regional Health Network (formerly Grand River Hospital and St. Mary’s General Hospital) and the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ. Â
The coalition brings together clinicians, researchers and entrepreneurs to create educational programming, to test drive technological advances and to create integrated health care systems that will reach people where they are. Â
This work will enable more personalized, convenient and accessible health-care experiences achieved through cost-effective solutions that enhance efficiency and improve patient outcomes. Â
Events
CareNext Collective launch
On May 9 from 12 to 1 p.m. join us for the launch of the CareNext Collective, a new innovation forum that brings together partners across the À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ Regional Health Network, the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ, and the broader regional ecosystem.
Three renowned leaders will discuss innovation in health care, research and system transformation:
- Danina Kapetanovic
Vice-President, Innovation and Chief Health Innovation Officer
CareNext Coalition - Dr. Catharine Burns
Associate Vice-President, Health Initiatives
University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ - Dr. Zayna Khayat
Heath Future StrategistÂ
The video stream will begin on Slido at 12 p.m on May 9, 2025.

News

First VP Innovation and Chief Health Innovation Officer announced
Danina Kapetanovic will lead the recently announced CareNext Coalition partnership between the Hospitals and University

Bringing innovation to the bedside
Grand River Hospital, St. Mary's General Hospital and the University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ announce a new partnership to bring innovations in health care directly to patients

University of À¶Ý®ÊÓÆµ selected as a site for new regional hospital
The new development will serve as a hub for health-care innovation, enhances services through the merger of Grand River and St. Mary’s hospitals
