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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	Inside Manitoba’s First Surgical Robot: Dr. Alon Altman’s Experience and Community Impact	17 Sep 2026	00:23:13
Episode 03 Dr. Alon Altman, gynecologic oncologist at HSC and president of Doctors Manitoba, joins host Jonathon Lyon, to reflect on the real-world impact of Manitoba’s first surgical robot at HSC. They discuss how donor-supported innovation is reshaping surgery, patient recovery, and physician experience, and what’s needed to make Manitoba a place where physicians and families thrive. Highlights 00:00 Transformative impact of surgical robot 04:33 Advancements in surgical techniques 08:13 Discovering robotic surgery benefits 12:26 Introducing the da Vinci robot 14:24 Discussing clinical research and outcomes 16:18 Supporting local medical talent retention 20:23 Closing thoughts and future investments Resources Mentioned da Vinci Xi robotic surgical system Doctors Manitoba HSC Foundation Perioperative and enhanced recovery research (described by Dr. Alon Altman) What’s Next Learn how philanthropy and partnerships are shaping Manitoba’s healthcare future. For more stories like this, subscribe to Solid Lines or visit hscfoundation.mb.ca. Credits HSC Foundation Website: hscfoundation.mb.ca Solid Lines is presented by The Bouchard Family Foundation. Host: Jonathon Lyon Interviewers: Katie Hall Hursh, Jonathon Lyon, Stu Slayen Producer: Stu Slayen Associate Producer: Heather McNicholl-Milne Technical production and post-production: Johan Heinrichs Production support: Danika Peters Produced through CareCreatives Co. (https://carecreativesco.ca) Mentioned In This Episode Mentioned in this episode: HSC Millionaire Lottery The HSC Millionaire Lottery is underway, featuring a record-breaking $1.7 million Grand Prize package with a dream home, cars, travel and cash — or an all-cash option of $1.35 million. Get tickets at hscmillionaire.com, participating London Drugs and Red River Co-op Food Stores, or by calling 204-253-5688. Purchasers must be residents of Manitoba. Lottery Licence No. LGCA 1822RF. Thank Your Health Care Hero Honour a doctor, nurse or caregiver who made a difference by making a tribute gift to the HSC Foundation. Your donation helps fund leading-edge equipment and facility enhancements that support exceptional care for Manitobans. Learn more or make a gift at hscfoundation.mb.ca or call 204-515-5612.
	From Rock Bottom to Advocate: Jody Unrau on Eating Disorder Recovery and Community	17 Sep 2026	00:21:15
Episode 02 Jody Unrau joins Solid Lines for a deeply personal conversation about her journey with anorexia, recovery, and her advocacy for mental health awareness and community support. She shares how her experiences shaped her purpose to educate and help others struggling with eating disorders, with a focus on the impact of care at HSC and the importance of breaking stigma. Highlights 00:00 Sharing my recovery journey 05:26 Struggling with an eating disorder 07:59 Entering eating disorder recovery program 12:57 Raising awareness about eating disorders 13:54 Building a supportive community 18:33 Wrapping up with final thoughts Resources Mentioned Website: embraceyourreflection.com Social media: @JodyUnrau and @EmbraceYourReflection HSC Foundation: hscfoundation.mb.ca Eating Disorders Awareness Week (event mentioned) Credits HSC Foundation Website: hscfoundation.mb.ca Solid Lines is presented by The Bouchard Family Foundation. Host: Jonathon Lyon Interviewers: Katie Hall Hursh, Jonathon Lyon, Stu Slayen Producer: Stu Slayen Associate Producer: Heather McNicholl-Milne Technical production and post-production: Johan Heinrichs Production support: Danika Peters Produced through CareCreatives Co. (https://carecreativesco.ca) Mentioned In This Episode Mentioned in this episode: HSC Millionaire Lottery The HSC Millionaire Lottery is underway, featuring a record-breaking $1.7 million Grand Prize package with a dream home, cars, travel and cash — or an all-cash option of $1.35 million. Get tickets at hscmillionaire.com, participating London Drugs and Red River Co-op Food Stores, or by calling 204-253-5688. Purchasers must be residents of Manitoba. Lottery Licence No. LGCA 1822RF. Thank Your Health Care Hero Honour a doctor, nurse or caregiver who made a difference by making a tribute gift to the HSC Foundation. Your donation helps fund leading-edge equipment and facility enhancements that support exceptional care for Manitobans. Learn more or make a gift at hscfoundation.mb.ca or call 204-515-5612.
	Advancing Patient Care in Manitoba with Dr. Ed Buchel	17 Sep 2026	00:36:24
Episode 01 HSC Surgery Site Director and plastic surgeon Dr. Ed Buchel joins Jonathon Lyon to discuss clinical innovation, surgical care at Health Sciences Centre, and the impact of donor-supported projects on Manitoba health care. Together, they explore advancements such as the RR4 Plastic Surgery Trauma Clinic, innovative breast reconstruction techniques, and the Operation Excellence campaign, illustrating how improved facilities and technology are transforming patient journeys. Dr. Buchel also shares a few fatherly insights. Highlights 00:00 Introduction to Solid Lines Podcast 04:34 Expanding and improving RR4 clinic 06:29 Clinic expansion and patient care improvement 11:40 Tissue transfer surgery process 14:55 Starting reconstructive surgery at Mayo Clinic 17:49 Returning to Winnipeg for family 22:08 Planning for patient care improvements 24:49 Importance of top-quality medical equipment 29:46 Support and gratitude for healthcare workers 32:45 Advancements in Manitoba health care 33:57 Closing remarks and thank you Resources MentionedPeople - Dr. Luis Oppenheimer (former surgical program leader at HSC) - Dr. Perry Gray (involved in clinical administration at HSC) - Dr. Patrick McDonald (neurosurgical leadership at HSC) Projects & Tools - RR4 Plastic Surgery Trauma Clinic - Wilf Taillieu Thoracic Surgery Clinic and Endoscopy Unit - Manitoba Urologic Centre - Operation Excellence campaign - Surgical robots - Hybrid vascular suite - Autologous breast reconstruction (free flap technique) Next Step Discover more patient-focused stories and advances in Manitoba healthcare by subscribing to Solid Lines or visiting hscfoundation.mb.ca. Credits HSC Foundation Website: hscfoundation.mb.ca Solid Lines is presented by The Bouchard Family Foundation. Host: Jonathon Lyon Interviewers: Katie Hall Hursh, Jonathon Lyon, Stu Slayen Producer: Stu Slayen Associate Producer: Heather McNicholl-Milne Technical production and post-production: Johan Heinrichs Production support: Danika Peters Produced through CareCreatives Co. (https://carecreativesco.ca) Mentioned In This Episode Mentioned in this episode: HSC Millionaire Lottery The HSC Millionaire Lottery is underway, featuring a record-breaking $1.7 million Grand Prize package with a dream home, cars, travel and cash — or an all-cash option of $1.35 million. Get tickets at hscmillionaire.com, participating London Drugs and Red River Co-op Food Stores, or by calling 204-253-5688. Purchasers must be residents of Manitoba. Lottery Licence No. LGCA 1822RF. Thank Your Health Care Hero Honour a doctor, nurse or caregiver who made a difference by making a tribute gift to the HSC Foundation. Your donation helps fund leading-edge equipment and facility enhancements that support exceptional care for Manitobans. Learn more or make a gift at hscfoundation.mb.ca or call 204-515-5612.
	Coming Soon \| Solid Lines: The HSC Foundation Podcast	24 Aug 2026	00:02:24
Solid Lines is presented by The Bouchard Family Foundation. Host: Jonathon Lyon Interviewers: Katie Hall Hursh, Jonathon Lyon, Stu Slayen Producer: Stu Slayen Associate Producer: Heather McNicholl-Milne Technical production and post-production: Johan Heinrichs Production support: Danika Peters Produced through CareCreatives Co. (https://carecreativesco.ca)

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