Patient & Family Stories
The generosity of our community helps the hospital provide advanced levels of care, improving medical outcomes for our families, friends and neighbours.
Read these patients inspiring stories of medical triumph.
Amanda Etches
Patient Story
“Access to surgery, cancer treatment, and follow-up care right here in our community meant I could be there for my boys – celebrating their victories, witnessing their milestones, and tucking them in each night.”
Tiffany Van Meer
Grateful Patient Story
“The care I received was only possible because of the generosity of others who believe in supporting mental health care in our community.“
Liz Humphrey
Grateful Patient Story
“Battling cancer was one of the toughest things I have ever had to do and I would not be here today if it were not for the care I received at NBRHC.”
Jeff Miller
Patient Story
“Having survived two heart attacks and a stroke, I’ve experienced firsthand the power of advanced technology and expert care. The treatment I received at the NBRHC was instrumental in my diagnosis and recovery. Please help purchase two state-of-the-art SPECT/CT machines so our hospital can continue to provide critical care to patients like me.”
Kathryn Chambers
Grateful Patient Story
“Saying thank you goes a long way, but making a donation has an impact on everyone. Please give generously this holiday season.”
Janis Reed
Grateful Patient Story
“Your generosity will celebrate the compassionate and hardworking frontline workers that care for patients like you and me every day, while also helping purchase advanced medical equipment, investing in exceptional healthcare, close to home.”
Nat Brunette
Grateful Patient Story
“I am so grateful for the care I received at North Bay Regional Health Centre. This is why I donate; to say thank you and help purchase advanced medical equipment to care for future patients like me.”
Paul Lalonde
Patient Story
“Our hospital has always been important to our family,” say Paul. “It is why we have donated and sponsored many projects and events over the years. Now, it is my lifeline.”
Ron Button
Donor Story
This special video features the love story of Brigadier-General (Retired) Ron Button and wife Janet. Janet and Ron were married for 66 years before Janet took her last breath at the North Bay Regional Health Centre.
Archived Stories
Read more inspiring stories about previous North Bay Regional Health Center patients.


