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These are real people – patients, physicians, and proud Scarborough advocates – who are part of our Scarborough Sans family. Every headline you see is written in their own handwriting, and their story a testament to their uphill climb.

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Jephina Lueche

Jephina Lueche

Scarborough Storyteller

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Jephina Lueche
Scarborough Storyteller
Jephina Lueche on family, memory and raising her son in the Scarborough home where she grew up.
Jen Durrant

Jen Durrant

Social Worker, Slaight DBT Program

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Jen Durrant
Social Worker, Slaight DBT Program
Social worker Jen Durrant returned to Scarborough to help young people facing complex mental health challenges access the care they need.
Dr. Samir Grover

Dr. Samir Grover

Executive Vice-President, Academics

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Dr. Samir Grover
Executive Vice-President, Academics
From world-class training and research to innovation in AI, Scarborough Health Network is building what comes next.
Dr. Janice Nazareno

Dr. Janice Nazareno

Radiologist

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Dr. Janice Nazareno
Radiologist
Dr. Janice Nazareno has seen more younger women come through the doors for breast imaging, making early detection, modern technology and the right team more important than ever.
Darshan Sritharan

Darshan Sritharan

Grateful Patient, Volunteer

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Darshan Sritharan
Grateful Patient, Volunteer
Inspired by his father’s example, Darshan is giving back to the Scarborough community that raised him through his leadership of SHN’s Tamil Radiothon.
Austine Gaqui

Austine Gaqui

Registered Nurse, Hemodialysis

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Austine Gaqui
Registered Nurse, Hemodialysis
After a 12-year journey toward becoming a Registered Nurse, Austine now helps other internationally educated nurses find their way forward.
Fefe Dobson

Fefe Dobson

Scarborough-Born Singer

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Fefe Dobson
Scarborough-Born Singer
Born at SHN and shaped by Scarborough, Fefe Dobson shares how her hometown inspires her music, identity, and advocacy.
Emma Parkin

Emma Parkin

Grateful Patient, SHN

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Emma Parkin
Grateful Patient, SHN
After a serious horseback riding accident, teen Emma Parkin received expert care at SHN and is back at school, smiling, learning, and thriving.
Javaid Ali Khan

Javaid Ali Khan

SHN Foundation Board Member

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Javaid Ali Khan
SHN Foundation Board Member
Board member Javaid Ali Khan shares how climbing Mount Kilimanjaro inspired his fundraising journey for SHN and strengthened his commitment to the community.
Lance Supnet

Lance Supnet

Community Member / Teacher

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Lance Supnet
Community Member / Teacher
Scarborough native Lance inspires students and gives back to his community as a teacher and basketball coach.
Jacqueline Baptiste-Savoie

Jacqueline Baptiste-Savoie

RN, Clinical Nurse Specialist

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Jacqueline Baptiste-Savoie
RN, Clinical Nurse Specialist
A Scarborough nurse turns her own diabetes journey into a mission to heal wounds, empower patients, and save limbs.
Dr. Christopher Yarnell

Dr. Christopher Yarnell

Physician, Critical Care Medicine

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Dr. Christopher Yarnell
Physician, Critical Care Medicine
Transforming critical care through Scarborough-led research, Dr. Yarnell ensures our community is represented in lifesaving studies.
Marina Zajakovski

Marina Zajakovski

RN – Charge Nurse, Operating Room

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Marina Zajakovski
RN – Charge Nurse, Operating Room
Marina leads urgent surgeries, saves lives, and transforms hope into reality for Scarborough patients every single day.
Shem Parkinson 

Shem Parkinson 

Scarborough-Born Radio Producer

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Shem Parkinson 
Scarborough-Born Radio Producer
Radio producer Shem finds pride, purpose, and gratitude through his mother’s recovery and his deep Scarborough roots.
Lavan Arulnayagam

Lavan Arulnayagam

Respiratory Therapist

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Lavan Arulnayagam
Respiratory Therapist
Respiratory therapist Lavan brings heart, skill, and hometown pride to every breath he helps Scarborough patients take.
Dr. Caroline Chan

Dr. Caroline Chan

Physician, Emergency Department & Academy Director, Scarborough Academy of Medicine

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Dr. Caroline Chan
Physician, Emergency Department & Academy Director, Scarborough Academy of Medicine
Inspired by her father’s decades of care, Dr. Chan is training Scarborough’s next generation of doctors and tackling the family physician shortage head-on.
Dr. Jason Conrad Smith

Dr. Jason Conrad Smith

Orthopaedic Surgeon at SHN & Consulting Orthopaedic Surgeon for the Toronto Blue Jays

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Dr. Jason Conrad Smith
Orthopaedic Surgeon at SHN & Consulting Orthopaedic Surgeon for the Toronto Blue Jays
Dr. Jason Smith brings world-class orthopaedic expertise to Scarborough, helping local athletes thrive despite limited resources.
Julia Girmenia

Julia Girmenia

Stage 4 Breast Cancer Patient

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Julia Girmenia
Stage 4 Breast Cancer Patient
Julia proves life doesn’t end with stage four breast cancer—celebrating resilience, joy, and Scarborough pride
Dr. Paul Chan

Dr. Paul Chan

Family Physician

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Dr. Paul Chan
Family Physician
After 45 years of practice, Dr. Paul Chan understands just how critical family medicine is to the Scarborough community
Andre Thurairatnam

Andre Thurairatnam

Grateful Patient

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Andre Thurairatnam
Grateful Patient
From premature birth to cancer remission, Andre’s lifelong bond with Scarborough hospitals is a story of resilience and hope.
Thariska Manokumar

Thariska Manokumar

Palliative Care Nurse

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Thariska Manokumar
Palliative Care Nurse
Palliative Care Nurse Tharsika guides patients and families with empathy, advocacy, and culturally aware care in Scarborough.
Dr. Phil Iradakunda

Dr. Phil Iradakunda

Emergency Doctor

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Dr. Phil Iradakunda
Emergency Doctor
Dr. Diphile Iradukunda shares his journey from Burundi to Scarborough, serving patients and inspiring resilience in the ED.
Veronica Javier

Veronica Javier

Planner, Mental Health & Addictions and Oncology

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Veronica Javier
Planner, Mental Health & Addictions and Oncology
Veronica Javier, MSW, RSW, advocates for Scarborough’s mental health and oncology patients while strengthening community care at SHN
Nicholas Lewis

Nicholas Lewis

Scarborough-born athlete

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Nicholas Lewis
Scarborough-born athlete
Scarborough-born guard Nicholas Lewis has taken his game worldwide, but his heart remains with his hometown and its hospitals.
Marissa Papaconstantinou

Marissa Papaconstantinou

Three-time Paralympian and World Championship Medalist

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Marissa Papaconstantinou
Three-time Paralympian and World Championship Medalist
Three-time Paralympian Marissa Papaconstantinou credits Scarborough and SHN’s support for the resilience that fuels her success.
Judith Elson

Judith Elson

RN – General Internal Medicine and Unit Coordinator

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Judith Elson
RN – General Internal Medicine and Unit Coordinator
For 30 years, registered nurse Judith has cared for Scarborough patients, turning complex medical visits into compassionate, personal experiences.
Dr. Mayo Ravichandiran

Dr. Mayo Ravichandiran

Deputy Chief of Emergency Medicine, SHN

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Dr. Mayo Ravichandiran
Deputy Chief of Emergency Medicine, SHN
Inspired by his mother’s resilience, Dr. Mayo Ravichandiran, Deputy Chief of Emergency Medicine, champions accessible, culturally inclusive care in Scarborough.
Dr. Dhun Noria

Dr. Dhun Noria

Chief of Laboratory Medicine

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Dr. Dhun Noria
Chief of Laboratory Medicine
From arriving in Scarborough with just $8 to leading SHN’s Lab Medicine team, Dr. Dhun Noria’s story is one of grit, resilience, and innovation.
Sam Ibrahim

Sam Ibrahim

Grateful Patient and Business Leader

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Sam Ibrahim
Grateful Patient and Business Leader
Entrepreneur Sam Ibrahim, founder of Scarborough’s first billion-dollar company, credits SHN’s NICU care for his son’s survival.
Dr. Caroline Scott

Dr. Caroline Scott

Orthopaedic Surgeon, SHN

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Dr. Caroline Scott
Orthopaedic Surgeon, SHN
As SHN’s only active female orthopaedic surgeon, Dr. Scott combines skill, compassion, and Scarborough Grit in every patient’s care.
Dr. Paul Tam

Dr. Paul Tam

Medical Director and Chief of Nephrology

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Dr. Paul Tam
Medical Director and Chief of Nephrology
Dr. Paul Tam transformed kidney care in Scarborough, building the country’s largest nephrology program through community support.

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