Recipients of the Awards of Excellence in Brain Injury Rehabilitation

SUSAN MCDONALD,

SUSAN MCDONALD

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Susan began working in the area of brain injury many years ago in Toronto.  She joined Hamilton Health Sciences in 1999, and has practised in acute care as the Social Worker in the Clinical Neurosciences (Neurosurgery) Programme since 2001.

Susan also has the privilege of working with the Acquired Brain Injury Rehabilitation team in Hamilton Health Sciences Regional Rehabilitation Centre, assisting with the transition of patients and families from acute care to in-patient rehabilitation.

As a member of the Family Resource Committee of the Hamilton Brain Injury Association, Susan is currently helping with a publication for patients with acquired brain injuries, and their families.
A graduate of McMaster University, she enjoys serving as a Field Instructor for Social Work students.
For Susan, it is a privilege to work as a member of an exceptional interdisciplinary team in an organization that has a long, distinguished history of service to patients who have sustained a brain injury, and their families.

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14 Comments
  • Amanda McCormick says:

    Very good

  • Colleen Boyce says:

    Congratulations on your nomination Jessica.

  • Giselle Dias says:

    Congratulations Jessica!
    I have always admired your tenacious advocacy and your passion for justice. You are exceptional at advocating and supporting the most marginalized patients. Thank you for the work that you do:)

  • Anthony Urquhart says:

    Extremely well deserved! Congratulations Jessica on your nomination and thank you for all your hard work.

  • Ashley Tyler-Smith says:

    Congratulations Jess!

  • Kim Renaud says:

    Congratulations Jessica

  • Giselle Dias says:

    Jessica is a skilled and dedicated social worker. I have always been impressed with her strong advocacy skills and the care she offers to the people she works with. Jessica is a particularly strong advocate for marginalized communities and works hard to ensure they get fair treatment from the health care system and community organizations.

    As a fellow social worker I am grateful to have the opportunity to learn from Jessica. This nomination is well earned and deserved.

  • Lindsey Anslow says:

    Congratulations, a well deserved nomination.

  • Ken says:

    congrats Jessica!

  • Sharon Kelly says:

    Congratulations Jessica!

  • Gillian Dias says:

    Congratulations Jessica on your well-deserved nomination! Your dedication and advocacy in social work have truly made a significant impact on the lives of many. This recognition is a testament to your unwavering commitment and compassion. Your work not only uplifts individuals but also inspires others to contribute to meaningful change. Wishing you continued success and fulfillment in all that you do.

  • Clareen Akshinthala says:

    Congratulations on your nomination Jessica!

  • Marilena Savino Savino says:

    Jessica is PURE GOLD! Her strength is in her PASSION to ensure that her patients are provided with the utmost quality of care. Her vast knowledge, sense of humor, integrity, compassion and tenacity are qualities that make her an excellent advocate for those that are under her care. Thank you for representing your profession with excellence!!

  • Nicole Galeotalanza says:

    Congratulations on this nomination!

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