Physicians of the Zane Cohen Centre

In Memoriam: Dr. Gordon Robert Greenberg (April 27, 1946 - January 8, 2016)

in-memoriam

The Mount Sinai Hospital Division of Gastroenterology and the Zane Cohen Centre for Digestive Diseases are saddened by the loss of Dr. Gordon Greenberg. Dr. Greenberg passed away on January 8, 2016. Dr. Greenberg was a Professor of Medicine at University of Toronto and former Head of the Division of Gastroenterology at MSH (1992-2002). Dr. Greenberg was a leader in the gastroenterology community both in Canada and internationally. He had extensive clinical experience in the management of patients with Inflammatory Bowel Disease and had spear -headed important clinical research in IBD therapeutics and nutrition. Through his research and clinical management, he advanced the understanding of IBD and enhanced the care of patients everywhere. .He was a great mentor, great teacher and patient advocate. He will be sorely missed by his colleagues, residents, students, friends and patients.

A memorial is set to take place on Thursday, February 4, 2016 at 6pm in the 18^th floor Auditorium of MSH.

Memorial donations can be made to the Dr. Gordon Greenberg Special Fund for Gastroenterology at MSH Foundation through the link below

Donation Link

Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Group

Overview

The Inflammatory Bowel Disease Group (IBD Group) at Mount Sinai Hospital is an interdisciplinary program dedicated to the expert care of patients and families coping with Crohn's disease and Ulcerative Colitis.

Patient Care

The Centre provides both ambulatory (outpatient) care and inpatient services (in a uniquely combined medical and surgical IBD unit), with the support of a dynamic team of health care professionals, including: gastroenterology, colorectal surgery, psychiatry, pharmacy, dietary, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, enterostomal therapy, nursing and social work.

Community

The Centre extends its support to the community with outreach programs for both health care professionals and patients. Programs include annual educational IBD Update nights for patients and families, and two support groups: an evening support network and a daytime support group. Community IBD outreach programs are offered along with Mount Sinai Hospital IBD nursing courses.

Research

The IBD group has a clinical research team dedicated to pursuing advances in the understanding of the causes of IBD and treatments for the medical and surgical management of IBD.

ZCC Team

Inflammatory Bowel Disease

The Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Group in the Zane Cohen Centre at Mount Sinai Hospital is an interdisciplinary program dedicated to the expert care of patients and families coping with IBD.

	What is Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD)? Learn about Inflammatory Bowel Disease
	News and Events Keep up to date with news and events regarding IBD.
	Current Research Information on research and clinical trials in Inflammatory Bowel Disease at Mount Sinai Hospital.
	Pace IBD Telemedicine Program The IBD telemedicine program is dedicated to serving patients living with Crohn’s disease and Ulcerative Colitis who reside in underserviced locations throughout Ontario.
	Preconception and Pregancy in IBD Program The Preconception and Pregnancy in IBD clinical research program was developed to find ways to optimize maternal and neonatal/offspring outcomes by identifying and addressing knowledge gaps.
	IBD Support Network A comprehensive source of information on Inflammatory Bowel Disease for those living with the disease and their family and friends.
	Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) Group Learn about the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Group at Mount Sinai Hospital
	Medical Management for IBD Patients
	Physician Education Surgical and medical information on Inflammatory Bowel Disease for physicians.
	Newsletter and Resources Read our latest updates about the centre in our Annual newsletter publication.
	Refer a patient to a gastroenterologist Information on how to refer IBD patients to the Zane Cohen Centre for Digestive Diseases.
	Staff The men and women working in the IBD Group.
	Contact Us Information on how to contact the Inflammatory Bowel Disease Group at Mount Sinai Hospital.
	Surgical Q & A