Guelph General Hospital
Service: Emergency Department
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Record #:
IMP0179
Last Full Update:
08 Jun 2023
Contact Information
| Office Phone | 519-837-6420 |
| TTY Phone | 519-837-6437 |
| Crisis Phone | 911 |
| info@gghorg.ca | |
| Website | www.gghorg.ca/ |
Description and Service Details
| Description (Service) | Emergency room care * doctors, nurses, and other health professionals assess and treat life-threatening injuries or severe illness Geriatric Emergency Management -- Specialized emergency room care and follow-up support for older adults who may need in-home supports, other medical specialists, or community services Psychiatric Emergency Services -- Specialized emergency room care and follow-up support for intense emotional distress * team of nurse case managers, psychiatrists, and residents works with community partners to reduce return visits to the emergency room * consults mental health agencies and family doctors regarding follow-up care Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program -- Specialized emergency room care and confidential follow-up support for people who have been abused by an intimate partner, or have experienced sexual assault |
| Hours | Mon-Sun 24 hours |
| Areas Served | Guelph ; Wellington County ; Guelph ; Wellington County |
| Eligibility | People who need medical care for serious illnesses and injuries, emotional distress, or sexual assault |
| Application | No referral required * for people who have experienced sexual assault and / or abuse by a partner, ask to see the Domestic Violence Nurse |
| Languages | English |
| Fees | None ; Most services covered by OHIP * must present valid Ontario Health Card |
Site Information
| Located In Community | Guelph |
| Address & Map | |
| Physical Access | Fully Accessible ; Access to the building after 8:30 pm and before 6 am is through the Emergency Department only |
Categories and Classification
| HCSD Main Heading | Emergency / Crisis ; Health Care |
| HCSD Sub Heading | Hospital Emergency / Urgent Care ; Urgent Care / Hospital Emergency |
| Service Categories | Condition Specific Treatment ; Emergency Room Care ; Geriatric Assessment ; Psychiatric Emergency Room Care |
