Montreal's Jewish General designated 'university hospital'

Montreal’s Jewish General Hospital has been granted university hospital status, Quebec Health Minister Sonia Bélanger announced Tuesday.

The designation as a university hospital “is the highest recognition there is for a health establishment in Quebec,” Bélanger said during a press conference at the hospital, praising the institution for achievements in research, teaching and care.

No added funding is tied to the title, though Bélanger said the government would consider the hospital’s new status when drawing up future budgets.

The designation will also allow the hospital to better collaborate across the health network and attract new talent, Bélanger said.

Now renamed the Jewish General University Hospital, a spokesperson for Bélanger said it is the sixth in Quebec to receive university hospital status.

The hospital is already affiliated with McGill University, though it is separate from the McGill University Health Centre network.