Supporting the families of tomorrow

Coming home to MSH

Now that Shahan and Aida’s children are grown—with children of their own—the couple travels extensively in their free time. During one of their trips overseas, another twist of fate made them realize how important it is to have a hospital like MSH close to home.

While abroad in 2022, Aida was struck by a motorcycle and her hip was left broken from the accident. She had hip surgery in the country they were visiting, but unfortunately, she was still limping when they were finally able to return to Canada six weeks later.

The Gülers went to MSH immediately and it was quickly discovered that a short prosthesis—a type of implant sometimes used in orthopaedic rehabilitation—was the cause of Aida’s limp. She was scheduled for emergency surgery with orthopaedic surgeon Dr. Kevin Koo, followed by physiotherapy that Aida diligently followed. “With Dr. Koo’s expertise and dedication, Aida recovered well,” recalls Shahan with relief.

Over the years, Aida has also had knee surgeries at MSH, and Shahan has relied on the hospital for his own health care issues. The exceptional care they’ve received there has made staunch supporters of the Gülers. “My whole family has reason to thank the dedicated teams at MSH,” says Shahan. “That’s why Aida and I became such devoted supporters. If the hospital needs to buy a new piece of equipment, then we are thrilled that our gifts can make that possible.”

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