Relieving pressure on local emergency rooms
Children’s Clinic Opening in Orillia
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The Huronia Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic (HNPLC) and the Couchiching Ontario Health Team (COHT) are proud to announce the opening of the new Children’s Clinic, made possible through partnerships within the community including the County of Simcoe Social and Community Services and Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital. This initiative is designed to provide acute episodic care for children and serve as an essential alternative to Emergency Room visits, offering families a quicker and more efficient healthcare solution for their unwell children and adolescents.
“We are thrilled to introduce the Children’s Clinic to the Couchiching community. Our goal is to provide high-quality, timely care for children and to support families by offering a reliable alternative to the Emergency Room. With the help of the Pediatric Emergency Department Diversion Funding, we can ensure that our young patients receive the care they need when they need it most,” said Malcolm Morum, Executive Director, Huronia Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic.
Quick Facts
- Opening Date: OPEN NOW
- Location: County of Simcoe – Social and Community Services Office – 250 West Street North, Unit 6 Orillia
- Hours of Operation: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm
- Booking Phone Number & Portal: 705-835-7545 or Children’s Clinic
Key Features
- Acute Episodic Care: The clinic is equipped to handle a wide range of non-emergency acute conditions, ensuring timely and effective treatment for children.
- Emergency Department Diversion: By providing immediate care for less severe conditions, the clinic aims to reduce the burden on the local Emergency Department and minimize wait times for families.
- Family-Centered Approach: The clinic is dedicated to supporting families by offering a convenient and accessible healthcare option, helping parents avoid lengthy ER visits and providing peace of mind through prompt medical attention
About Huronia Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic
The Huronia Nurse Practitioner-Led Clinic is committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare services to the community. Our team of dedicated healthcare professionals works collaboratively to deliver accessible and high-quality care to individuals and families. Visit our website at www.huronianplc.ca.
About The Couchiching Ontario Health Team
The Couchiching Ontario Health Team is a collection of dedicated community partners, passionate about co-designing an integrated health care continuum for our community. Visit our website at www.coht.ca.
About the County of Simcoe
The County of Simcoe is composed of 16 member municipalities and provides crucial public services to County residents in addition to providing paramedic and social services to the separated cities of Barrie and Orillia. Visit our website at www.simcoe.ca.
About Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital
Orillia Soldiers’ Memorial Hospital (OSMH) is located in Orillia, Ontario and serves the residents of North Simcoe Muskoka and beyond. Medical, surgical and critical care, seniors’ healthcare services, adult mental health, and paediatric and perinatal care are among the hospital’s recognized areas of expertise. It also specializes in orthopaedic surgery and kidney care. For more information visit www.osmh.on.ca.
Couchiching OHT and Couchiching FHT Launch New Unattached Clinic Providing Vital Care to Patients Without a Primary Care Provider
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The Couchiching Ontario Health Team (COHT) and Couchiching Family Health Team (CFHT) are excited to announce the opening of the Couchiching OHT Unattached Clinic. This new clinic, located at the Couchiching Family Health Team, is now open to serve patients in the Couchiching region who do not have a primary care provider.
The Couchiching OHT Unattached Clinic will be led by a team of dedicated Nurse Practitioners offering comprehensive care to individuals of all ages. Patients can either self-refer or be referred by healthcare navigators and other professionals in the community.
The clinic’s primary focus is to provide preventative care, manage chronic conditions, and address acute medical needs, all aimed at preventing chronic disease exacerbations and reducing unnecessary emergency room visits.
Clinic Details:
Services offered include:
- Diagnosing and treating illnesses and injuries
- Conducting routine check-ups
- Ordering procedures and diagnostic tests
- Referring patients to specialists
- Prescribing medications
- Managing chronic health conditions
- Additionally, the clinic is equipped to support same-day appointments for urgent needs, ensuring timely access to care.
Clinic Hours: As of September 16th, Monday – Thursday: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM, Friday: 8:30 am – 3:00 pm. Closed on weekends and statutory holidays.
Location: Couchiching Family Health Team, 119 Memorial Avenue, Suite 102, Orillia.
Contact Information: Phone: 705-329-3649 ext. 231, Fax: 705-325-4171.
For more information about the Couchiching OHT Unattached Clinic and the services available, please visit: www.coht.ca/couchiching-oht-unattached-clinic/.
About Couchiching Ontario Health Team
The Couchiching Ontario Health Team is dedicated to improving healthcare delivery and outcomes for residents of Couchiching. Through collaboration and innovation, the Couchiching OHT aims to create a more integrated and effective healthcare system for all.
About Couchiching Family Health Team
The Couchiching Family Health Team provides primary care to patients in Couchiching. Committed to wellness and disease prevention, we support patients through all life stages. “Working Together, Enhancing Care” reflects our promise to deliver high-quality care and resources to keep our community healthy