Program: Telestroke Program
Organization: Lake of The Woods District Hospital
Description of Services: Provincial Telestroke Program offers the following services:
  • Stroke coverage, available Mon-Sun 24 hours via Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN)
  • Use of CritiCall Ontario to contact a neurologist
  • Supports discussions between Emergency Department physicians and a neurologist regarding the treatment of stroke patients
Requirements
Fees: Service - Fees for uninsured Canadians and out-of-country residents
Eligibility - Population(s) Served: Individuals in an emergency or life-threatening situation who require immediate medical attention
Application: Required to present a valid Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) card or other Provincial Health Insurance
Accessibility: Wheelchair Accessible      Wheelchair Accessible
Languages: English
Contact Information
Phone Numbers: 807-468-9861
Crisis: 9-1-1
Fax: 807-468-3939
Email: admin@lwdh.on.ca
Website: www.lwdh.on.ca
Address: 21 Sylvan St W
Kenora, ON
P9N 3W7
Map
Location:
  • Located at Sylvan St on the opposite side of the harbour from downtown area
  • Closest intersection is at Sylvan St and Lakeview Dr just past Husky the Muskie
Hours: Ontario Telemedicine Network: Mon-Sun 24 hours
Contacts: Program Administrative Assistant - Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network
807-684-6703 * nwostroke@tbh.net

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