Long-Term Ventilation Provincial Pilot Project
Summary: The Ottawa Hospital and the CANVent Program are working with the Ministry of Health and several other hospitals on a three-year pilot project to improve the clinical transitions and quality of life for patients who require long-term ventilation. The pilot project will aim to: Ensure ICU beds are available for those who need them. Improve […]
Read More >Last updated: June 6 2022
Summary: Patients with an appointment at The Ottawa Hospital will receive an automated confirmation call up to 5 days prior to their appointment. If you need to change or cancel an upcoming appointment, please call our booking office 48 hours prior to your scheduled appointment. Cardiac Diagnostics ECG An electrocardiogram (ECG) measures the electrical activity of the heart. […]
Read More >Last updated: February 2 2022
Summary: The Ottawa Hospital’s Hyperbaric Medicine Unit is the only hospital-based hyperbaric unit in Eastern Ontario. Our dual-place chamber is used to provide both routine and emergency treatments. Hyperbaric treatment is treatment under increased air pressure. This unique treatment is achieved by compressing the air in a special pressure-proof, cylindrical steel chamber. Our chamber is referred […]
Read More >Last updated: February 2 2022
Important information about properly and safely wearing a mask
Summary: Beginning September 11, 2023, masking will be required in all clinical areas and waiting rooms. Clinical areas include inpatient units, nursing stations and ambulatory care areas. Masking will continue to be encouraged, but optional, in all other non-clinical areas, such as hallways, cafeterias, elevators, administrative spaces and meeting rooms. These requirements will be in place for the duration of […]
Read More >Last updated: May 5 2020
Summary: Information for patients and visitors to The Ottawa Hospital COVID-19 and other respiratory illnesses continue to circulate in our community. Please ensure you continue to follow public health recommendations to help keep you, your loved ones and our community safe. If you are having a medical emergency, go to the nearest emergency department or call […]
Read More >Last updated: January 1 2020
Summary: Division of Thoracic Surgery at The Ottawa Hospital believes in: Providing optimal care for the people of Eastern Ontario Ensuring proper training of the future thoracic surgeons to serve the needs of people in Canada Continuing education of thoracic surgeons Maintaining a high academic standard by regular audits, education and research Recruiting and retaining specialists […]
Read More >Last updated: November 11 2016
Keeping you safe during the COVID-19 pandemic
Summary: A lot has changed at The Ottawa Hospital since the beginning of the pandemic, but our approach to providing world-class, compassionate care to every person who comes through our doors has not. Here are some measures we have in place to continue to keep patients, Essential Care Partners and staff safe within our walls. Infection […]
Read More >Last updated: May 5 2021
Essential Care partners during COVID-19
Summary: Important information for Essential Care Partners during the COVID -19 pandemic Essential Care Partners (ECPs) must take special precautions during the COVID-19 pandemic. If you are new to the ECP program, please read the patient and family guide to Essential Care Partners before continuing. Fewer people in the building means we are all safer During […]
Read More >Last updated: February 2 2021
Having a Baby While Suspect or Covid-19 Positive
Summary: Information for you and your baby while you are in the hospital and for going home The Ottawa Hospital has taken all possible precautions to create a safe and supportive environment for families having a baby during the COVID-19 pandemic. How is COVID-19 Spread? Covid-19 virus is usually spread when respiratory droplets of an infected […]
Read More >Last updated: December 12 2020
The Ottawa Hospital Rehabilitation Centre
Summary: The Ottawa Hospital Rehabilitation Centre Outpatient Physiotherapy (505 Smyth Road) Rehabilitation Centre physiotherapists specialize in the management of acute and chronic conditions. Staff have over 30 years of expertise as community leaders and educators in rehabilitation services. The care team is comprised of Physiotherapists and Physiotherapist Assistants. For adult patients with active rehabilitation goals, our […]
Read More >Last updated: July 7 2019
