Jacques Demers Responding Well To Therapy And In Stable Condition After Stroke

Darpan News Desk The Canadian Press, 13 Apr, 2016 01:36 PM

MONTREAL — Hospital officials say Sen. Jacques Demers is responding well to therapy and that his overall medical condition is stable after his stroke a week ago.

The McGill University Health Centre said in a statement this afternoon his neurological condition continues to improve and the medical team is pleased with his prognosis for rehabilitation.

The next update is scheduled for Friday morning, when media will be able to meet with the treating physician.

The 71-year-old former NHL coach was rushed to hospital last Wednesday night.

Demers, who coached the Montreal Canadiens to their 1993 Stanley Cup victory, is a patient of the team's current doctor, David Mulder.

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