For the past 19 years, Malani Missir has been a dedicated member of Osler’s Cardiac Rehabilitation team, supporting patients as they recover from major cardiac events and procedures. As an Exercise Therapist, Malani plays an important role in helping patients rebuild their strength and guides each patient on their road to recovery through education, encouragement, and compassion.

For Malani, cardiac rehab is more than a program—it is a stepping stone that helps patients rebuild confidence, regain independence and return to the moments that matter most.

“It’s not just stepping on a treadmill,” she says. “It’s learning and understanding the process of cardiovascular disease and what it means for your health. We help patients address their physical, mental, and social well-being.”

Malani’s connection to Osler is deeply personal. She lives in Brampton, and over the years, she, her children, parents, extended family, and friends have all turned to Osler for care. That perspective shapes the pride she takes in her work and the way she advocates for patients every day.

“If I’m not the caregiver, I’m the patient,” she says. “If it were my mother or father or my kids seeking services, I would want them to have the best experience possible.”

That is what This Is My Hospital means to Malani: taking ownership, showing pride, and working together to make Osler the best it can be for every patient, family member, visitor, and staff member who walks through its doors.

As a long-time employee donor and campaign committee member, Malani believes that even small gifts can help create meaningful change. She has seen how donations support essential equipment, educational resources, community programs and the everyday tools that help teams provide exceptional care.

“Every single dollar that comes into this hospital is going toward something greater,” she says. “If everybody gives the price of a cup of coffee, that can lead to meaningful change for our patients and staff.”

Her message to staff is simple: take pride in the place you work, the people you care for and the difference we can make together.