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# Welcome to University Health Network - UHN


> Learn about Canada's number one hospital. Explore our clinics, programs, services, and healthcare research institutes.


## Learn more about masking at UHN
[Learn more about masking at UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Masking)


## Patients & Visitors
[Patients & Visitors](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/pages/default.aspx): Central hub for patient care in Toronto and the GTA. Includes clinic and inpatient unit directories, surgery preparation, virtual care instructions, and access to the myUHN Patient Portal.


## Getting to UHN's Hospitals and Locations
[Getting to UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/OurHospitals/Pages/overview.aspx): Directory of UHN’s hospital sites in Toronto, including Toronto General, Toronto Western, Princess Margaret, Toronto Rehab, and West Park. Find maps, directions, parking and site-specific amenities for patients and visitors.


## Emergency Departments
[Emergency Departments](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Visit_UHN/Emergency/pages/about_us.aspx): 24/7 emergency medical services at Toronto General (Gerrard & Elizabeth St) and Toronto Western (Bathurst & Dundas St). Provides real-time wait times, virtual ER appointments for urgent non-life-threatening issues, and specialized care for complex cases in downtown Toronto.


## COVID Information
[COVID Information](https://www.uhn.ca/Covid19/Pages/Coronavirus_information.aspx)


## Virtual Care at UHN
[Virtual Care at UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Virtual_Care/pages/default.aspx): Guide to virtual doctor appointment at UHN for patients in Toronto and Ontario. Detailed instructions for Microsoft Teams and OTN (Ontario Telemedicine Network) visits, technical troubleshooting, and digital health support for video and telephone consultations.


## Accessibility at UHN
[Accessibility at UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Accessibility/pages/default.aspx)


## Find a Doctor
[Find a Doctor](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Search_Doctors/pages/default.aspx): Searchable directory of physicians and specialists across Toronto General, Toronto Western, Princess Margaret, and Toronto Rehab. Filter by medical specialty, hospital site, and languages spoken to find healthcare providers in Toronto.


## my UHN Patient Portal
[my UHN Patient Portal](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/myUHN/pages/default.aspx): Secure online access to personal health records for UHN patients in Toronto. View lab results, medical reports, and appointment schedules in real-time. Includes registration guides, technical support, and information on mandatory two-step verification for account security.


## Health Information
[Health Information](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/pages/default.aspx): Comprehensive library of patient education materials, health videos, and medical dictionaries for UHN patients in Toronto. Includes specialized resources for the Transplant Centre, Cardiac Centre, and Cancer Centre, plus guides on "decoding" hospital visits and surgery journeys.


## Patient & Family Learning Centres
[Patient & Family Learning Centres](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Patient_Family_Education/Libraries/pages/default.aspx): Physical and digital libraries across Toronto General, Toronto Western, and Princess Margaret. Provides "Ask a Librarian" services, free health and wellness e-books, and digital skills training for patients. Includes specific health resources in Chinese, Spanish, French, and Portuguese to support the diverse Toronto community.


## Caregiver Resource Hub
[Caregiver Resource Hub](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Caregiver-Resource-Hub): Support and tools for unpaid caregivers (family, partners, or friends) in Toronto. Provides training for "Essential Care Partners," practical bedside skills, discharge planning guides, and mental health support for those caring for patients with chronic or acute health conditions.


## Translation Services
[Translation Services](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pages/language_services.aspx#Translation)


## Patient Relations
[Patient Relations](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Patient_Relations/pages/patient_relations.aspx): Official channel for sharing compliments, suggestions, or complaints regarding care at UHN hospitals. Provides access to Patient Relations Advisors who support communication between families and healthcare teams, ensuring care aligns with UHN’s Patient Declaration of Values in Toronto.


## Patient Services
[Patient Services](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/pages/default.aspx): Complete directory of non-medical support services across UHN Toronto sites. Includes accessibility services, spiritual care, medical assistance in dying (MAID), Indigenous health programs, bioethics, and financial support (billing and drug coverage) for patients and families.


## Pay Your Bill
[Pay Your Bill](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Accounts_Receivable/Pay_Your_Account/pages/default.aspx): pay UHN's services and ambulance bill online.


## Walk-Safe Program
[Walk-Safe Program](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/Directions/Pages/Walk_Safe_Program.aspx): Personal security escort service for patients, visitors, and staff at all UHN sites in Toronto. Security guards provide safe passage to adjoining hospitals (SickKids, Mount Sinai), nearby TTC stations, parking lots, and taxi stands 24/7.


## Programs & Services
[Programs & Services](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Pages/our_programs.aspx): Overview of UHN’s 12 major clinical programs in Toronto. Includes world-leading centres like the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre, Ajmera Transplant Centre, Krembil Brain Institute, and Toronto Rehab. Covers specialized treatment for arthritis, mental health, medical imaging, and surgery across downtown Toronto sites.


## Ajmera Transplant Centre
[Ajmera Transplant Centre](https://www.uhn.ca/Transplant/pages/default.aspx): Canada’s largest transplant program located at Toronto General Hospital. Specializing in heart, lung, liver, kidney, pancreas, islet, and intestine transplants. Provides world-class follow-up care for over 7,000 recipients, living organ donation resources, and the "Living Transplant" educational podcast.


## Altum Health
[Altum Health](https://www.uhn.ca/Altum/pages/default.aspx): UHN’s regional network of clinics specializing in physical injury, concussion recovery, and mental health. Offers multidisciplinary services in Toronto and across Ontario, including physiotherapy, occupational therapy, chiropractic care, acupuncture, and pelvic health. Expert care plans for workplace (WSIB) injuries and motor vehicle accidents.


## Mental Health
[Mental Health](https://www.uhn.ca/MentalHealth/pages/default.aspx): Comprehensive mental health and addiction services in Toronto. Offers specialized care for eating disorders, geriatric psychiatry, psychosocial oncology, and addiction. Includes 24/7 psychiatric emergency services at Toronto General and Toronto Western, alongside outpatient clinics and community-based support programs.


## Laboratory Medicine Program
[Laboratory Medicine Program](https://www.uhn.ca/Labs/pages/default.aspx): The largest hospital diagnostic and academic laboratory in Canada, performing 25 million tests annually. Provides specialized services in anatomical pathology, genetics, hematology, microbiology, and transfusion medicine. Includes the UHN Lab Test Catalogue, blood collection site locations in Toronto, and requisition forms for clinicians


## Krembil Brain Institute
[Krembil Brain Institute](https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/pages/default.aspx): Global leader in research and clinical care for brain, spine, and eye disorders located at Toronto Western Hospital. Specializes in Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s, epilepsy, stroke, brain tumours, and concussion. Provides access to world-class neurology, neurosurgery, and ophthalmology teams, alongside the "Your Complex Brain" podcast and patient education.


## Joint Department of Medical Imaging
[Joint Department of Medical Imaging](https://www.uhn.ca/MedicalImaging/pages/default.aspx): One of Canada’s largest academic imaging programs, operating across UHN, Sinai Health, and Women's College Hospital. Provides CT, MRI, Ultrasound, X-ray, Mammography, Molecular Imaging, and Interventional Radiology. Includes information on accessing medical images (PocketHealth), hospital-specific locations in Toronto, and electronic eReferral (Ocean) for clinicians.


## Medicine Program
[Medicine Program](https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/pages/default.aspx): igh-volume clinical hub managing over 400,000 patients annually across UHN. Specializes in complex chronic diseases including diabetes (Banting and Best Diabetes Centre), asthma, infectious diseases, and mental health. Coordinates care through Emergency Departments at Toronto General and Toronto Western, specialized inpatient units, and outpatient clinics.


## Peter Munk Cardiac Centre
[Peter Munk Cardiac Centre](https://www.uhn.ca/PMCC/pages/default.aspx): A world-leading center for the diagnosis, care, and treatment of complex cardiac and vascular diseases. Located at Toronto General Hospital, it specializes in heart failure, structural heart disease, vascular surgery, and arrhythmia. Offers an extensive "Patient Toolkit," innovation galleries, and precision medicine projects for advanced cardiovascular care in Toronto.


## Princess Margaret Cancer Centre
[Princess Margaret Cancer Centre](https://www.uhn.ca/PrincessMargaret/pages/home.aspx): Canada's largest comprehensive cancer centre and a top-ranked global oncology hospital. Specializes in advanced cancer treatment, clinical trials, and research across all cancer types. Provides the Cancer Journey Guide, Indigenous Cancer Care, a specialized Caregiver Clinic, and the Cancer Health Literacy Research Centre to support patients and families in Toronto.


## Schroeder Arthritis Institute
[Schroeder Arthritis Institute](https://www.uhn.ca/Arthritis/pages/default.aspx): Canada’s largest multidisciplinary arthritis hub, headquartered at Toronto Western Hospital. Integrates world-class clinical care and research across four key programs: Hand, Orthopedics, Osteoporosis, and Rheumatology. Specializes in treatments for lupus, osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, spine conditions, and sports injuries, including access to advanced clinical trials.


## Surgery and Critical Care Program
[Surgery and Critical Care Program](https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/pages/default.aspx): One of the world’s most advanced surgical and intensive care hubs, performing over 25,000 operations annually. Includes the Sprott Department of Surgery, Anesthesia, and Pain Management. Specializes in complex interventions for oncology, transplantation, cardiovascular, neurological, orthopedic, and thoracic conditions across Toronto General, Toronto Western, and Princess Margaret.


## Toronto Rehab
[Toronto Rehab](https://www.uhn.ca/TorontoRehab/pages/default.aspx): A leader in physical and cognitive rehabilitation and home to the KITE Research Institute. Operates five specialized sites in Toronto: University Centre, Bickle Centre, Lyndhurst Centre, and Rumsey (Cardiac and Neuro). Provides expert recovery programs for stroke, brain injury, spinal cord injury, geriatric care, and cardiac health, focused on helping patients regain independence.


## Integrated Care Program
[Integrated Care Program](https://www.uhn.ca/Integrated-Care/pages/default.aspx): A patient-centered model that provides a single point of contact (Integrated Care Lead) and a shared digital record to coordinate care between the hospital, homecare, and primary care. Features 24/7 support (1-833-978-2024) for patients in surgery, transplant, and medicine pathways to ensure safe transitions and reduce hospital readmissions in the GTA.


## Social Medicine
[Social Medicine](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/SocialMedicine/Pages/default.aspx)


## Women's Health Program
[Women's Health Program](https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Womens_Health_Program/pages/default.aspx): Interdisciplinary program at Toronto General Hospital dedicated to excellence in women's health through clinical care, research, and education. Focuses on sex- and gender-specific health issues, health literacy, and the advancement of women in medicine. Provides newsletters, research funding opportunities, and specialized clinical resources for women's wellbeing.


## Pharmacy Services
[Pharmacy Services](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pharmacies/pages/default.aspx): Specialized hospital-based pharmacies providing medication management for complex health journeys. Includes the Chemotherapy & Transfusion Centre Pharmacy, Transplant Outpatient Pharmacy, and Immunodeficiency Clinic Pharmacy. Offers free delivery for qualified patients, drug coverage/reimbursement assistance, MedsCheck consultations, specialty compounding, and 24/7 automated telephone refills.


## Transplant Outpatient Pharmacy
[Transplant Outpatient Pharmacy](https://www.uhn.ca/Transplant/TOP/pages/default.aspx):


## West Park Healthcare Centre
[West Park Healthcare Centre](https://www.uhn.ca/West_Park): A specialized UHN campus dedicated to rehabilitative and complex continuing care. Provides expert treatment for life-altering conditions, including amputee rehab, respiratory disease (Long-Term Ventilation Centre of Excellence), stroke recovery, and traumatic musculoskeletal injuries. Focuses on helping patients regain independence to live at home or in the community.


## Health Professionals
[Health Professionals](https://www.uhn.ca/HealthCareProfessionals/pages/default.aspx)


## Refer a Patient to UHN
[Refer a Patient to UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/HealthCareProfessionals/Pages/refer_patients.aspx)


## Health Professions at UHN
[Health Professions at UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/HealthCareProfessionals/Meet_Professions/pages/default.aspx)


## Observerships
[Observerships](https://www.uhn.ca/HealthCareProfessionals/Observerships/pages/default.aspx)


## Research at UHN
[Research at UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/Research/pages/default.aspx)


## Education at UHN
[Education at UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/Education/pages/default.aspx)


## About UHN
[About UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/pages/about_us.aspx): Canada's #1 research hospital and the world’s #1 publicly funded hospital. Comprised of 10 sites including Toronto General, Toronto Western, Princess Margaret, Toronto Rehab, Michener Institute, and West Park. Driven by a tripartite mission of excellence in care, discovery, and learning to achieve "A Healthier World," UHN manages the nation's largest hospital-based research program and complex patient cases across the GTA and beyond.


## Our History
[Our History](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/OurHistory/pages/default.aspx): UHN history and milistones.


## Governance and Leadership
[Governance and Leadership](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Governance_Leadership/pages/about_us.aspx)


## Purpose and Performance
[Purpose and Performance](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Purpose_Performance/pages/Overview.aspx)


## Quality and Patient Safety
[Quality and Patient Safety](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Quality_Patient_Safety/pages/default.aspx)


## Fiscal Accountability
[Fiscal Accountability](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Fiscal_Accountability/pages/default.aspx)


## Privacy & Accessing Information
[Privacy & Accessing Information](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Safety_Advocacy/Privacy/pages/default.aspx)


## Greening at UHN
[Greening at UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Greening_UHN/pages/default.aspx)


## General Services
[General Services](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/General_Services/pages/default.aspx)


## Doing Business with UHN
[Doing Business with UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Business_with_UHN/pages/default.aspx)


## UHN Event Calendar
[UHN Event Calendar](https://www.uhn.ca/events)


## UHN International
[UHN International](https://www.uhn.ca/IHP/pages/default.aspx): The global gateway to UHN’s expertise, offering world-class services to international patients, healthcare learners, and global partners. Through UHN Solutions, the program provides specialized medical consulting, international patient referrals, and professional education programs to empower better healthcare worldwide and fulfill UHN's vision of "A Healthier World.


## Ways You Can Help
[Ways You Can Help](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/ways-help/pages/default.aspx)


## Volunteer
[Volunteer](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/ways-help/Volunteering_UHN/pages/default.aspx)


## Participate
[Participate](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Patient_Experience/Patient_Partnerships)


## Donate
[Donate](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/ways-help/Pages/about_foundations.aspx)


## News Stories
[News Stories](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/News/Pages/default.aspx): The official source for news, press releases, and stories from across University Health Network. Features groundbreaking clinical "firsts" (such as Neuralink implants and ex vivo lung transplants), research discoveries, and the "UHN On The Go" monthly digest. Provides a dedicated media toolkit, expert sources for journalists, and archives of institutional achievements.


## Media Releases
[Media Releases](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/News/PressReleases/pages/default.aspx)


## UHN Podcasts
[UHN Podcasts](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/News/UHN_Podcasts/pages/default.aspx): A collection of health care podcasts featuring medical pioneers and patient stories. Includes "Behind the Breakthrough" (world-class research), "Your Complex Brain" (neurology insights from Krembil Brain Institute), "Living Transplant" (organ donation and transplant journeys), and "Seeds of Science" (trainee perspectives). Available on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Google.


## Videos
[Videos](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/News/pages/videos.aspx)


## Media Contacts & Policies
[Media Contacts & Policies](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/News/Pages/media_contacts.aspx)


## Team UHN
[Team UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/For_Staff/pages/default.aspx)


## Careers
[Careers](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/Careers/pages/default.aspx)


## Contact
[Contact](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/Pages/contact_us.aspx): Central directory for UHN inquiries and site-specific support. Includes general lines for Princess Margaret (416-946-2000), Toronto General (416-340-4800), Toronto Western (416-603-2581), and Toronto Rehab (416-597-3422). Provides direct contacts for Patient Relations (416-340-4907), myUHN Portal support (416-340-3777), Health Records requests, and the Privacy Office. Note: UHN cannot provide personal health advice or appointments via the internet.


## Translate
[Translate](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Website/Pages/translation-disclaimer.aspx)


## Emergency Department Toronto
[I need the Emergency Department](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Visit_UHN/Emergency): Provides 24/7 urgent medical care at Toronto General (Eaton South, Elizabeth St.) and Toronto Western (Fell Pavilion, Bathurst St.). Offers a "Virtual ED" for same-day urgent appointments (booking starts 7:00 AM). Note: UHN does not have specialized pediatric or obstetric (childbirth) units; emergency cases for children or labor are typically transferred to SickKids or Mount Sinai. View real-time wait times online.


## I have questions about my Virtual Appointment
[I have questions about my Virtual Appointment](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Virtual_Care)


## I want to prepare for my surgery
[How to prepare for my surgery](https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/My_Surgery)


## I want to visit a patient
[How to visit a patient](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Visiting_Patients/Pages/default.aspx)




## I am looking for patient and family services
[I am looking for patient and family services](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services)


## I need information about my upcoming placement or rotation
[I need information about my upcoming placement or rotation](https://www.uhn.ca/Education/clinical-learners)


## I would like to learn about continuing education options
[I would like to learn about continuing education options](https://www.uhn.ca/Education/lifelong-learners)


## I would like to do a literature search
[I would like to do a literature search](https://www.uhn.ca/Education/About-Us/Portfolios/Clinical-Education/Libraries)


## I need to apply for an observership
[I need to apply for an observership](https://www.uhn.ca/healthcareprofessionals/Observerships)


## I need information about your research institutes
[I need information about your research institutes](https://www.uhn.ca/Research/Research_Institutes)


## I am a research trainee
[I am a research trainee](https://www.uhn.ca/Research/Research_Trainees)


## I need information about the Research Ethics Board
[I need information about the Research Ethics Board](https://www.uhn.ca/Research/research_ethics_board)


## I would like information about research commercialization
[I would like information about research commercialization](https://www.uhn.ca/Research/Research_Commercialization)


## I need to refer a patient to UHN
[I need to refer a patient to UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/healthcareprofessionals/Pages/refer_patients.aspx)


## I need to update my community provider information
[I need to update my community provider information](https://www.uhn.ca/healthcareprofessionals/Pages/community_providers_update.aspx)


## I want to know about Virtual Care
[I want to know about Virtual Care](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Virtual_Care)


## I want to book your conference and event services
[I want to book your conference and event services](https://www.uhn.ca/Education/conference_services)


## UHN performs first Neuralink implant surgeries outside the U.S.
[UHN performs first Neuralink implant surgeries outside the U.S.](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/News/PressReleases/Pages/uhn-performs-first-neuralink-implant-surgeries-outside-the-us.aspx)


## Canada Leads: UHN launches strategy to attract world-leading, early-career scientists
[Canada Leads: UHN launches strategy to attract world-leading, early-career scientists](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/news/pages/canada-leads-uhn-launches-strategy-to-attract-world-leading-early-career-scientists.aspx)


## Toronto's Virtual Emergency Department offers a unified virtual urgent care service for all Ontarians.
[Toronto's Virtual Emergency Department offers a virtual urgent care service for all Ontarians.](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Visit_UHN/Emergency/Pages/ED_Virtual_Visits.aspx): A joint urgent care service provided by UHN and Sunnybrook for all Ontarians aged 18+. Open daily from 1:00 PM to 9:00 PM EST. Specializes in non-life-threatening conditions such as minor infections, rashes, coughs, and sprains. Offers same-day appointments via online booking or phone (416-357-2984). Note: Not for chest pain, breathing difficulties, or pregnancy-related emergencies; call 911 for life-threatening issues.


## Find a Doctor
[Find a Doctor](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Search_Doctors): Searchable directory of world-class specialists across all UHN sites. Filter by name, specialty (e.g., Oncology, Cardiology, Neurology), hospital site, or language spoken. Note: UHN is a specialist environment; most physicians require a referral from a family doctor or primary care provider to be seen. Use this tool to verify physician credentials, locations, and clinical interests


## Find a Clinic
[Find a Clinic](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Visit_UHN/Clinic_Appointments): Central resource for patients preparing for an outpatient visit at UHN. Includes checklists for "What to Bring" (Health Card, medications, specific questions), how to confirm or change appointments, and instructions for arrival. Provides links to find specific clinic locations, accessibility services, and tips for navigating the hospital to ensure a smooth transition from arrival to consultation.


## Refill a Prescription
[Refill a Prescription](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pharmacies)


## Search for Health Info
[Search for Health Info](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics): A comprehensive digital library of clinician-reviewed health information. Provides plain-language guides, videos, and brochures on hundreds of conditions, treatments, and wellness topics (e.g., diabetes management, post-surgery recovery, mental health). Searchable by keyword or category, this hub is designed to empower patients with reliable medical knowledge to manage their health journey.


## Quick and easy access to your test results and appointments details. Sign up today! my UHN
[Quick and easy access to your test results and appointments details. Sign up today! my UHN](https://registermyuhn.uhn.ca/)


## Visit Our Newsroom
[Visit Our Newsroom](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/News): UHN news and updates.


## Accessibility at UHN
[Accessibility at UHN](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/AboutUHN/Accessibility/Pages/default.aspx)


## Smoking & Scent Policy
[Smoking & Scent Policy](https://www.uhn.ca/OurHospitals/Pages/smoke_scent_free_UHN.aspx)


## Doctors
[Doctors](https://www.uhn.ca/Search/Pages/PhysicianProfiles.aspx)


## Maps and Directions
[Maps and Directions](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/Directions/Pages/default.aspx)


## Volunteer
[Volunteer](https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/ways-help/Volunteering_UHN/Pages/default.aspx)


## English
[English](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pages/language_services.aspx)


## Français
[Français](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pages/language_services-fr.aspx)


## 한국어
[한국어](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pages/language_services-ko.aspx)


## Português
[Português](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pages/language_services-pt.aspx)


## Русский
[Русский](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pages/language_services-ru.aspx)


## Español
[Español](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pages/language_services-es.aspx)


## Tiếng Việt
[Tiếng Việt](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pages/language_services-vi.aspx)


## 中文 (简体)
[中文 (简体)](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pages/language_services-chs.aspx)


## 中文 (繁體)
[中文 (繁體)](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pages/language_services-cht.aspx)


## Terms & Conditions
[Terms & Conditions](https://www.uhn.ca/Pages/terms_conditions.aspx)


## Privacy Policy
[Privacy Policy](https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Safety_Advocacy/Privacy/Pages/website_privacy.aspx)


## Francis Family Liver Clinic
[Francis Family Liver Clinic](https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Clinics/Liver_Clinic): Canada’s largest and most comprehensive medical program for liver disease, located at Toronto General Hospital (Norman Urquhart Building, 13th Floor). Specializes in complex care for Hepatitis B and C, fatty liver (MASLD), autoimmune liver disease, cirrhosis, and liver cancer. **Note:** A medical referral is required; the clinic serves as a primary hub for the Toronto Centre for Liver Disease (TCLD).


## Cardiology Clinic (PMCC)
<a title="Cardiology Clinic - Peter Munk Cardiac Centre" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PMCC/Clinics/Cardiology_Clinic">Cardiology Clinic</a>: A high-volume specialized center at Toronto General Hospital for the diagnosis and management of complex heart conditions. Focuses on arrhythmia, valve disease, coronary artery disease, and preventative cardiology. **Note:** As a specialist clinic, a physician referral is required for all new patients.
## Gastroenterology Clinics
<a title="Gastroenterology Clinics - UHN" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Clinics/Gastroenterology_Clinics">Gastroenterology Clinics</a>: Leading center for complex digestive and liver disorders. Specialized services include the Motility Clinic, Pancreatic Cyst Clinic, and Home Parenteral Nutrition (HPN). **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Endocrinology Clinics
<a title="Endocrinology Clinics - UHN" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Clinics/Endocrinology">Endocrinology Clinics</a>: Provides expert care for hormone-related conditions, including diabetes management, thyroid disorders, and metabolic bone disease. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Hand and Wrist Service
<a title="Hand and Wrist Service - Schroeder Arthritis Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Arthritis/Clinics/Hand_Wrist_Service">Hand and Wrist Service</a>: Part of the Schroeder Arthritis Institute, specializing in the surgical and non-surgical treatment of hand injuries, arthritis, and carpal tunnel syndrome. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Health Records & Medical Information
<a title="Health Records - UHN Patient Services" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Patient_Services/Pages/health_records.aspx">Health Records</a>: Centralized service for patients to request copies of their medical charts, imaging, and reports. Provides instructions for authorization forms and processing times for legal or personal requests.


## Movement Disorders Clinic (Krembil)
<a title="Movement Disorders Clinic - Krembil Brain Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/Movement_Disorders">Movement Disorders Clinic</a>: A world-renowned hub for the diagnosis and treatment of Parkinson’s disease, dystonia, and tremors. Offers advanced therapies including Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS). **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Blood Collection Labs (LMP)
<a title="Blood Collection Labs - Laboratory Medicine Program" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Labs/Labs_Tests/Blood_Drawn">Blood Collection Labs</a>: Locations and hours for outpatient blood work at TGH, TWH, and Princess Margaret. Provides contact details for the Lab Medicine Program (416-340-LABS).


## Neurosurgeons' Clinic (Krembil)
<a title="Neurosurgeons' Clinic - Krembil Brain Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/Neurosurgeons_Clinic">Neurosurgeons' Clinic</a>: Surgical consultation and follow-up for complex brain, spine, and nerve conditions. Staffed by leading neurosurgeons at Toronto Western Hospital. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Toronto Rehab - Bickle Centre
<a title="Toronto Rehab - Bickle Centre Site" href="https://www.uhn.ca/OurHospitals/TR_Bickle">Toronto Rehab - Bickle Centre</a>: Specialized in complex continuing care and rehabilitation for patients with significant medical needs or life-altering injuries. Located on Lansdowne Ave.


## Dermatology Clinic
<a title="Dermatology Clinic - UHN" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Clinics/Dermatology">Dermatology Clinic</a>: Specialized care for complex skin conditions, including psoriasis, skin cancers, and inflammatory dermatoses. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## PocketHealth - Digital Imaging Access
<a title="PocketHealth - Access UHN Medical Imaging" href="https://www.uhn.ca/MedicalImaging/PocketHealth">PocketHealth</a>: Digital platform allowing UHN patients to access, view, and share their diagnostic imaging (X-rays, MRIs, CT scans) without the need for physical CDs.


## Neurosurgery Program
<a title="Neurosurgery Program - Krembil Brain Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Neurosurgery">Neurosurgery Program</a>: Canada’s largest neurosurgical program, specializing in cerebrovascular surgery, neuro-oncology (brain tumors), and spinal surgery. Primary site located at Toronto Western Hospital.


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## Eating Disorder Program
<a title="Eating Disorder Program - UHN Mental Health" href="https://www.uhn.ca/MentalHealth/Clinics/Eating_Disorder">Eating Disorder Program</a>: A specialized program at Toronto General Hospital providing intensive outpatient and residential care for adults with complex eating disorders. Includes multidisciplinary support for anorexia, bulimia, and related conditions. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## General Respirology Clinics
<a title="General Respirology Clinics - UHN Surgery" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Clinics/General_Respirology_Clinics">General Respirology Clinics</a>: Expert diagnosis and management of lung diseases, including asthma, COPD, and interstitial lung disease. Acts as a gateway to specialized pulmonary programs. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Head and Neck Surgery Clinic
<a title="Head and Neck Surgery Clinic - UHN" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Clinics/Head_Neck_Surgery_Clinic">Head and Neck Surgery Clinic</a>: Specializes in the surgical treatment of tumors (benign and malignant) of the head, neck, thyroid, and salivary glands. Part of the world-class surgical oncology team. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Electrophysiology (EP) Department
<a title="Electrophysiology (EP) Department - PMCC" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PMCC/Clinics/Electrophysiology_Department">Electrophysiology Department</a>: A leader in heart rhythm management at the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre. Specializes in heart palpitations, ablation procedures, and pacemaker/ICD implantation. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Donald K. Johnson Eye Institute
<a title="Donald K. Johnson Eye Institute - UHN" href="https://www.uhn.ca/EyeInstitute">Donald K. Johnson Eye Institute</a>: Canada’s largest vision research and treatment center, located at Toronto Western Hospital. Provides advanced care for glaucoma, cataracts, and complex retinal diseases.


## Chronic Pain Service
<a title="Chronic Pain Service - UHN Anesthesia" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Anesthesia/Pages/chronic_pain.aspx">Chronic Pain Service</a>: A multidisciplinary team focusing on the management of long-term pain through interventional procedures, medication management, and psychological support. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Infectious Diseases Program
<a title="Infectious Diseases - UHN Medicine" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Infectious-Diseases">Infectious Diseases</a>: Specialist care for complex infections, including HIV/AIDS, tropical medicine, and post-operative infections. Home to the Tropical Disease Unit at Toronto General. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Memory Clinic (Krembil)
<a title="Memory Clinic - Krembil Brain Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/Memory_Clinic">Memory Clinic</a>: Provides comprehensive assessment and diagnosis for Alzheimer’s disease and other forms of dementia. Part of the specialized cognitive neurology team. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Sleep Health & Research
<a title="Sleep Health and Research - UHN" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Clinics/Sleep_Health_Research">Sleep Health and Research</a>: Focuses on the diagnosis and treatment of sleep-disordered breathing and complex insomnia. Integrates clinical care with cutting-edge sleep research. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Radiation Therapy (Princess Margaret)
<a title="Radiation Therapy - Princess Margaret Cancer Centre" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PrincessMargaret/Clinics/Radiation_Therapy">Radiation Therapy</a>: One of the largest radiation treatment programs in the world. Utilizes advanced technology like MR-Linac and personalized treatment plans for cancer patients.


## RAIN Clinic (Krembil)
<a title="RAIN Clinic - Krembil Brain Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/RAIN-Clinic">RAIN Clinic</a>: The Rapid Assessment of Integrated Neurology (RAIN) clinic provides quick access for patients with urgent neurological symptoms that do not require an Emergency Department visit. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Fracture Clinic
<a title="Fracture Clinic - Schroeder Arthritis Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Arthritis/Clinics/Fracture_Clinic">Fracture Clinic</a>: Provides specialized follow-up care for patients with bone fractures, dislocations, and orthopedic injuries. Located at Toronto Western Hospital.


## Thrombosis and Hemostasis (Princess Margaret)
<a title="Thrombosis and Hemostasis - Princess Margaret" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PrincessMargaret/Clinics/Thrombosis_Hemostasis">Thrombosis and Hemostasis</a>: Expert management of blood clotting disorders (thrombosis) and bleeding disorders (hemostasis) in cancer patients and the general population. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Retina Clinic (Krembil)
<a title="Retina Clinic - Donald K. Johnson Eye Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/Retina_Clinic">Retina Clinic</a>: Specialized center for the treatment of macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and retinal detachments using advanced imaging and laser surgery. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Canadian Concussion Centre
<a title="Canadian Concussion Centre - Krembil" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Canadian-Concussion-Centre">Canadian Concussion Centre</a>: A national leader in research and clinical care for the long-term effects of concussions and repetitive head impacts. Located at Toronto Western Hospital.


## Eye Surgery
<a title="Eye Surgery - UHN Surgery" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Eye_Surgery">Eye Surgery</a>: Comprehensive surgical services for the eye, including corneal transplants, glaucoma surgery, and vitreoretinal procedures within the Donald K. Johnson Eye Institute.


## Neuromuscular Clinic
<a title="Neuromuscular Clinic - Krembil Brain Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/Neuromuscular_Clinic">Neuromuscular Clinic</a>: Specialized center for the diagnosis and treatment of disorders affecting the peripheral nervous system and muscles, including ALS, myasthenia gravis, and neuropathy. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Lung Transplant Program
<a title="Lung Transplant Program - UHN Transplant" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Transplant/Lung_Transplant_Program">Lung Transplant Program</a>: A world leader in lung transplantation and ex vivo lung perfusion (EVLP). Provides comprehensive care for patients with end-stage lung disease.


## Thoracic Surgery Clinic
<a title="Thoracic Surgery Clinic - UHN Surgery" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Clinics/Thoracic_Surgery_Clinic">Thoracic Surgery Clinic</a>: Specializes in surgery for the chest and lungs, including lung cancer, esophageal disorders, and mediastinal tumors. Home to North America's premier thoracic team. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Osteoporosis Clinic
<a title="Osteoporosis Clinic - Schroeder Arthritis Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Arthritis/Clinics/Osteoporosis_Clinic">Osteoporosis Clinic</a>: Expert management of bone density loss and metabolic bone disease to prevent fractures and improve skeletal health. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## General Neurology Clinic
<a title="General Neurology Clinic - Krembil Brain Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/General_Neurology_Clinic">General Neurology Clinic</a>: Provides assessment and management for a wide range of neurological symptoms, including headaches, seizures, and unexplained numbness. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Spinal Cord Program
<a title="Spinal Cord Program - Krembil Brain Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/Spinal_Cord">Spinal Cord Program</a>: A specialized multidisciplinary clinic for patients with traumatic and non-traumatic spinal cord injuries and disorders. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Motility Clinic
<a title="Motility Clinic - UHN Medicine" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Clinics/Motility_Clinic">Motility Clinic</a>: Expert diagnosis for complex gastrointestinal motility disorders like gastroparesis and chronic intestinal pseudo-obstruction. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Neuro-Ophthalmology Clinic
<a title="Neuro-Ophthalmology Clinic - Krembil Brain Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/Neuro_Ophthalmology">Neuro-Ophthalmology Clinic</a>: Specialized care for visual problems related to the nervous system, including optic nerve disorders and brain-related vision loss. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Vascular Surgery Clinic
<a title="Vascular Surgery Clinic - PMCC" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PMCC/Clinics/Vascular">Vascular Surgery Clinic</a>: Part of the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre, treating diseases of the vascular system including aneurysms, carotid artery disease, and peripheral arterial disease. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Foot and Ankle Service
<a title="Foot and Ankle Service - Schroeder Arthritis Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Arthritis/Clinics/Foot_Ankle_Service">Foot and Ankle Service</a>: Comprehensive surgical and non-surgical care for complex foot and ankle deformities, injuries, and arthritis. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## MRI (Magnetic Resonance Imaging)
<a title="MRI Services - UHN Medical Imaging" href="https://www.uhn.ca/MedicalImaging/Labs_Tests/MRI">MRI Services</a>: Advanced diagnostic imaging services across UHN sites. Includes patient preparation guides and safety screening information for MRI scans.


## Endocrine Surgery Clinic
<a title="Endocrine Surgery Clinic - UHN Surgery" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Clinics/Endocrine_Surgery_Clinic">Endocrine Surgery Clinic</a>: Focused on surgical treatment of the thyroid, parathyroid, and adrenal glands. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Liver Transplant Program
<a title="Liver Transplant Program - UHN Transplant" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Transplant/Liver_Transplant_Program/Liver_Transplant">Liver Transplant Program</a>: Canada’s largest liver transplant program, performing both deceased and living donor liver transplants.


## Stroke Prevention Clinic
<a title="Stroke Prevention Clinic - Krembil Brain Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/Stroke_Prevention">Stroke Prevention Clinic</a>: Rapid assessment for patients who have had a TIA (mini-stroke) or are at high risk for stroke. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Hip and Knee Rapid Access Clinic
<a title="Hip and Knee Rapid Access Clinic - Arthritis" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Arthritis/Clinics/Hip_Knee_Rapid_Access">Hip and Knee Rapid Access Clinic</a>: Designed for quick assessment of patients with hip or knee arthritis to determine surgical or non-surgical pathways. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Spine Service
<a title="Spine Service - Schroeder Arthritis Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Arthritis/Clinics/Spine_Service">Spine Service</a>: Multidisciplinary care for complex spinal conditions including degenerative disc disease, spinal stenosis, and scoliosis. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Hyperbaric Medicine Unit
<a title="Hyperbaric Medicine Unit - UHN Surgery" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Treatments_Procedures/Hyperbaric_Medicine_Unit">Hyperbaric Medicine Unit</a>: Provides specialized oxygen therapy for carbon monoxide poisoning, decompression sickness, and non-healing wounds. Located at Toronto General Hospital.


## Comprehensive Integrated Pain Program (CIPP)
<a title="CIPP - UHN Surgery" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Clinics/Comprehensive_Integrated_Pain_program_CIPP">Comprehensive Integrated Pain Program</a>: An interdisciplinary approach to managing complex chronic pain through medical, psychological, and physical therapies. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Genetic Medicine Clinic
<a title="Genetic Medicine Clinic - UHN Medicine" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Clinics/Genetic_Medicine_Clinic">Genetic Medicine Clinic</a>: Provides genetic counseling and testing for hereditary conditions and rare genetic disorders. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Hand Program
<a title="Hand Program - Schroeder Arthritis Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Arthritis/Hand">Hand Program</a>: One of the largest programs in Canada for treating complex hand and wrist conditions, including trauma and chronic arthritis.


## Cardiovascular Surgery
<a title="Cardiovascular Surgery - PMCC" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PMCC/Clinics/Cardiovascular_Surgeon">Cardiovascular Surgery</a>: World-renowned surgical team at PMCC performing heart transplants, valve repairs, and bypass surgery. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Clinical Laboratory Genetics
<a title="Clinical Laboratory Genetics - UHN Labs" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Labs/Clinical_Laboratory_Genetics">Clinical Laboratory Genetics</a>: Provides high-complexity genetic testing for oncology, prenatal, and constitutional disorders.


## Toronto Rehab - Hillcrest Centre
<a title="Toronto Rehab - Hillcrest Centre Site" href="https://www.uhn.ca/OurHospitals/Hillcrest">Toronto Rehab - Hillcrest Centre</a>: Focuses on transitional care and rehabilitation for patients moving from acute care back to the community.


## Adult Congenital Cardiac Clinic
<a title="Adult Congenital Cardiac Clinic - PMCC" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PMCC/Clinics/Adult_Congenital_Cardiac">Adult Congenital Cardiac Clinic</a>: Specialized lifelong care for adults born with heart defects. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Foot and Ankle Rapid Access Clinic
<a title="Foot and Ankle Rapid Access Clinic - Arthritis" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Arthritis/Clinics/Foot_Ankle_Rapid_Access">Foot and Ankle Rapid Access Clinic</a>: Expedited assessment for patients with debilitating foot and ankle pain or injury. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Lupus Clinic
<a title="Lupus Clinic - Schroeder Arthritis Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Arthritis/Clinics/Lupus_Clinic">Lupus Clinic</a>: An international leader in systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) research and clinical care. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Rheumatology Program
<a title="Rheumatology Program - Schroeder Arthritis Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Arthritis/Rheumatology">Rheumatology Program</a>: Comprehensive care for inflammatory diseases including rheumatoid arthritis, ankylosing spondylitis, and psoriatic arthritis.


## Gamma Knife Centre
<a title="Gamma Knife Centre - Krembil Brain Institute" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/Gamma_Knife">Gamma Knife Centre</a>: Non-invasive "knifeless" brain surgery using targeted radiation for tumors and vascular malformations. Located at Toronto Western Hospital.


## Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Clinic
<a title="Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Clinic - PMCC" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PMCC/Clinics/Hypertrophic_Cardiomyopathy">Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy Clinic</a>: Specialized diagnosis and management of thickened heart muscle conditions. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Pulmonary Function Labs
<a title="Pulmonary Function Labs - UHN Surgery" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Labs_Tests/Pulmonary_Function">Pulmonary Function Labs</a>: Diagnostic testing for lung capacity, airflow, and gas exchange. Essential for diagnosing asthma, COPD, and lung scarring.


## Movement Disorders Clinic (KNC)
<a title="Movement Disorders Clinic - Krembil" href="https://www.uhn.ca/KNC/Clinics/Movement_Disorders">Movement Disorders Clinic</a>: Specialized evaluation for Parkinson’s and other movement-related neurological disorders. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Valve Clinic
<a title="Valve Clinic - PMCC" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PMCC/Clinics/Valve_Clinic">Valve Clinic</a>: Multidisciplinary team specializing in advanced heart valve repair and replacement, including TAVI. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Facial Paralysis Clinic
<a title="Facial Paralysis Clinic - UHN Surgery" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Clinics/facial-paralysis">Facial Paralysis Clinic</a>: Specialized surgical and rehabilitative care for patients with Bell's palsy, trauma, or tumor-related facial nerve issues. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## CVICU (Cardiovascular Intensive Care Unit)
<a title="CVICU - Peter Munk Cardiac Centre" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PMCC/Inpatient_Units/CVICU">CVICU</a>: A world-class intensive care unit for patients recovering from complex heart surgery or requiring advanced mechanical circulatory support (ECMO).


## Urology Surgery
<a title="Urology Surgery - UHN" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Urology_Surgery">Urology Surgery</a>: Advanced surgical care for prostate, kidney, and bladder conditions, specializing in robotic-assisted procedures. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Hemodialysis Unit
<a title="Hemodialysis Unit - UHN Medicine" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Clinics/Hemodialysis_Unit">Hemodialysis Unit</a>: Life-sustaining treatment for patients with kidney failure, providing in-hospital and home-based dialysis support.


## Geriatric Medicine
<a title="Geriatric Medicine - Toronto Rehab" href="https://www.uhn.ca/TorontoRehab/Clinics/Geriatric_Medicine">Geriatric Medicine</a>: Specialized care for older adults focusing on complex medical issues, mobility, and cognitive health. **Note:** Physician referral is required.


## Anatomical Pathology
<a title="Anatomical Pathology - UHN Labs" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Labs/Anatomical_Pathology">Anatomical Pathology</a>: Provides definitive diagnosis of diseases through the examination of tissue samples and biopsies. A critical part of the Laboratory Medicine Program.


## Self-Lymphatic Massage: Lower Body
<a title="How to Do Self-Lymphatic Massage: Lower Body" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/How_to_Do_Self_Lymphatic_Massage_Lower_Body.pdf">Self-Lymphatic Massage: Lower Body</a>: Step-by-step clinical guide for patients to manage lymphedema in the legs and lower torso through manual drainage techniques.


## Exercices pelviens (Kegel) - Français
<a title="Exercices pelviens (Kegel) en français" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/Pelvic_Exercises_Kegel_French.pdf">Exercices pelviens (Kegel) - Français</a>: French language guide for pelvic floor strengthening to improve bladder control and recovery after surgery or childbirth.


## Self-Lymphatic Massage: Face, Head, and Neck
<a title="Do Lymphatic Self-massage: Face, Head, and Neck" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/Do_Lymphatic_Self-massage_Face_Head_Neck.pdf">Self-Lymphatic Massage: Face, Head, and Neck</a>: Instructions for manual lymphatic drainage specifically for patients recovering from head and neck surgery or radiation.


## Stimulation digitale et touchers rectaux (Français)
<a title="Stimulation digitale et touchers rectaux - Français" href="https://www.uhn.ca/TorontoRehab/Spinal-Cord-Rehab/Spinal-Cord-Essentials/Documents/Self-Care/SCE2-Sb1-Digital-Stimulation-Rectal-Touches-fr.pdf">Stimulation digitale et touchers rectaux (Français)</a>: French language guide from Spinal Cord Essentials regarding bowel management and stimulation techniques for spinal cord injury patients.


## Self-Lymphatic Massage: Upper Body (One Side)
<a title="How to Do Self-Lymphatic Massage: Upper Body One Side" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/How_to_Do_Self_Lymphatic_Massage_Upper_Body_One_Side.pdf">Self-Lymphatic Massage: Upper Body</a>: Practical guide for patients with unilateral lymphedema (one arm/side) typically following breast cancer surgery or lymph node removal.


## After Your Colonoscopy
<a title="After Your Colonoscopy - Patient Instructions" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/After_Colonoscopy.pdf">After Your Colonoscopy</a>: Essential post-procedure instructions covering diet, activity restrictions, and "red flag" symptoms that require medical attention.


## Digital Stimulation and Rectal Touches (English)
<a title="Digital Stimulation and Rectal Touches - Spinal Cord Essentials" href="https://www.uhn.ca/TorontoRehab/Spinal-Cord-Rehab/Spinal-Cord-Essentials/Documents/Self-Care/SCE2-Sb1-Digital-Stimulation-Rectal-Touches.pdf">Digital Stimulation and Rectal Touches</a>: Clinical guide for neurogenic bowel management, detailing safe techniques for digital stimulation and rectal clearing.


## Self-Bandaging: Legs and Feet
<a title="How to Self-bandage legs and feet to Reduce Lymphedema" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/How_to_Self-bandage_legs_feet_to_Reduce_Lymphedema.pdf">Self-Bandaging: Legs and Feet</a>: Instructional manual for multi-layer compression bandaging to manage severe lymphedema in the lower extremities.


## Head and Neck Cancer Treatment: What to Expect
<a title="What to Expect During and After Head and Neck Cancer Treatment" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/What_to_Expect_During_After_Head_and_Neck_Cancer_Treatment.pdf">Head and Neck Cancer Treatment: What to Expect</a>: Comprehensive overview of the treatment journey, side effects, and recovery resources for patients at Princess Margaret.


## Toronto General Hospital (TGH) Floor Map
<a title="TGH Floor Map - Wayfinding" href="https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/Directions/Documents/TGH_Floor_Map.pdf">TGH Floor Map</a>: Detailed printable map showing wings, elevators, and clinic locations within Toronto General Hospital.


## Mindfulness Exercises
<a title="Mindfulness Exercises - Movement Disorders Clinic" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Krembil/Clinics/Movement_Disorders/Documents/Mindfulness-Exercises.pdf">Mindfulness Exercises</a>: Mental wellness and grounding techniques designed specifically for patients managing chronic movement disorders like Parkinson's.


## Estimulación digital y tacto rectal (Español)
<a title="Estimulación digital y tacto rectal - Español" href="https://www.uhn.ca/TorontoRehab/Spinal-Cord-Rehab/Spinal-Cord-Essentials/Documents/Self-Care/SCE2-Sb1-Digital-Stimulation-Rectal-Touches-es.pdf">Estimulación digital y tacto rectal (Español)</a>: Spanish language guide for bowel management and stimulation for patients with spinal cord injuries.


## Having a Sitz Bath at Home
<a title="Having a Sitz Bath at Home - Instructions" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/Having_a_Sitz_Bath_at_Home.pdf">Having a Sitz Bath at Home</a>: Instructions for proper hygiene and soothing care following pelvic or anal surgery.


## Managing Vaginal Stenosis
<a title="How to Manage Vaginal Stenosis - Patient Guide" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/How_to_Manage_Vaginal_Stenosis.pdf">Managing Vaginal Stenosis</a>: Clinical guidance on the use of vaginal dilators to prevent scarring and stenosis following pelvic radiation or surgery.


## Toronto Western Hospital (TWH) Floor Map
<a title="TWH Floor Map - Wayfinding" href="https://www.uhn.ca/corporate/Directions/Documents/TWH_Floor_Map.pdf">TWH Floor Map</a>: Detailed printable map showing pavilions, wings, and clinics at Toronto Western Hospital (Krembil/DJJI).


## Aspen Cervical Collar Instructions
<a title="How to use the Aspen Cervical Collar" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/How_to_use_the_Aspen_Cervical_Collar.pdf">Aspen Cervical Collar Instructions</a>: Important safety guide on how to fit, clean, and wear a neck brace following spinal surgery or injury.


## Exercises for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome
<a title="Exercises for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome (TOS)" href="https://www.uhn.ca/patientsfamilies/health_information/health_topics/documents/exercises_for_thoracic_outlet_syndrome.pdf">Exercises for Thoracic Outlet Syndrome</a>: Physiotherapy guide for stretching and strengthening to alleviate nerve and vessel compression in the shoulder/neck.


## Colonoscopy Preparation for Diabetes
<a title="Preparing for Colonoscopy if you have Diabetes" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/Preparing_Colonoscopy_Diabetes.pdf">Colonoscopy Preparation for Diabetes</a>: Critical instructions for adjusting insulin and blood sugar medications during the required fasting period before a colonoscopy.


## Esophageal Stent Diet
<a title="Diet for Patients with an Esophageal Stent" href="https://www.uhn.ca/patientsfamilies/health_information/health_topics/documents/esophageal_stent_diet.pdf">Esophageal Stent Diet</a>: Nutritional guidelines and food textures required to prevent blockages in patients with a recently placed esophageal stent.


## G-Tube Feeding by Syringe
<a title="G-Tube Feeding by Syringe - Patient Instructions" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/G-Tube_Feeding_by_Syringe.pdf">G-Tube Feeding by Syringe</a>: Step-by-step guide for administering nutrition and medication via a gastrostomy tube using the bolus/syringe method.


## Gemcitabine Bladder Therapy
<a title="Intravesical Gemcitabine Bladder Therapy" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/Gemcitabine_Bladder_Therapy.pdf">Gemcitabine Bladder Therapy</a>: Information for bladder cancer patients receiving chemotherapy directly into the bladder, including pre-treatment prep and post-care.


## Self-Bandaging: Hands and Arms
<a title="Self-bandage hands and arms to reduce lymphedema" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/Self-bandage_hands_arms_to_reduce_lymphedema.pdf">Self-Bandaging: Hands and Arms</a>: Compression bandaging techniques for managing lymphedema in the upper limbs.


## Central Venous Catheter (CVC) Care
<a title="Central Venous Catheter Care and Maintenance" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/Central_Venous_Catheter.pdf">Central Venous Catheter Care</a>: Guide for patients living with a CVC, focusing on dressing changes, site cleaning, and infection prevention.


## Home Hemodialysis Manual
<a title="Home Hemodialysis Training Manual" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Clinics/Home_Hemodialysis_Unit/Documents/Home-Hemodialysis-Manual.pdf">Home Hemodialysis Manual</a>: Comprehensive educational resource for patients learning to perform their own dialysis treatments at home.


## Cleaning Skin Before Surgery
<a title="Cleaning Skin before Surgery at UHN" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/Cleaning_Skin_before_Surgery_uhn.pdf">Cleaning Skin Before Surgery</a>: Pre-operative instructions for using Chlorhexidine Gluconate (CHG) cloths to reduce the risk of surgical site infections.


## Bariatric Surgery Nutrition Guidelines
<a title="Bariatric Surgery Nutrition and Vitamin Guidelines" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Surgery/Clinics/Bariatric_Clinic/Documents/Bariatric-Surgery-Nutrition-Guidelines.pdf">Bariatric Surgery Nutrition Guidelines</a>: Detailed dietary phases and lifelong vitamin requirements for patients following gastric bypass or sleeve gastrectomy.


## Nutrition for Liver Health (MASLD)
<a title="Nutrition Guidelines for MASLD (Fatty Liver)" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Clinics/Liver_Clinic/Documents/1-UHN-Nutrition-MASLD.pdf">Nutrition for Liver Health (MASLD)</a>: Dietary recommendations for managing Metabolic Dysfunction-Associated Steatotic Liver Disease through weight and sugar management.


## Pelvic Floor Exercises (Kegel)
<a title="Pelvic Floor Exercises (Kegel) - English" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/Pelvic_Exercises_Kegel.pdf">Pelvic Floor Exercises (Kegel)</a>: English language guide for pelvic floor muscle training to assist with incontinence and post-surgical recovery.


## Chemo Schedule: Carboplatin & Paclitaxel
<a title="Your IV Carboplatin and Paclitaxel Chemo Schedule" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/Your_IV_Carboplatin_Paclitaxel_Chemo_Schedule.pdf">Chemo Schedule: Carboplatin & Paclitaxel</a>: A calendar-style guide explaining treatment days, rest periods, and side effect management for this common chemotherapy combination.


## After Esophageal Varices Banding
<a title="Caring for Yourself After Esophageal Varices Banding" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/After_Esophageal_Varices_Banding.pdf">After Esophageal Varices Banding</a>: Instructions for diet and activity following an endoscopic banding procedure to prevent liver-related bleeding.


## Home Peritoneal Dialysis Manual
<a title="Home Peritoneal Dialysis Training Manual" href="https://www.uhn.ca/Medicine/Clinics/Home_Peritoneal_Dialysis/Documents/HomePeritonealDialysis_manual.pdf">Home Peritoneal Dialysis Manual</a>: Full patient manual for managing peritoneal dialysis at home, including cycler setup and infection control.


## Stroke Recovery: Comfortable Sex Positions
<a title="Comfortable Sex Positions for Patients After a Stroke" href="https://www.uhn.ca/TorontoRehab/Clinics/Outpatient_Stroke_Services/Documents/Comfortable_Sex_Positions_Patients_Who_Have_Had_Stroke.pdf">Stroke Recovery: Sexual Health</a>: Supportive guide from Toronto Rehab on resuming sexual activity and finding comfortable positions for patients with post-stroke physical limitations.


## What to Expect: Port-a-Cath
<a title="What to Expect When Getting a Port-a-Cath" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/What_to_Expect_When_Getting_Port-a-Cath.pdf">What to Expect: Port-a-Cath</a>: Information for oncology patients regarding the insertion, use, and long-term care of an implanted venous access port.


## Swallowing Exercises: Head and Neck Radiation
<a title="Swallowing Exercises for Patients with Head and Neck Cancer" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/Swallowing_Exercises_for_Patients_with_Head_and_Neck_Cancer_Receiving_Radiation_Treatment.pdf">Swallowing Exercises</a>: Crucial physiotherapy to prevent long-term swallowing difficulties (dysphagia) for patients undergoing radiation for head and neck cancer.


## After Gastric Bypass Surgery
<a title="Caring for Yourself After Gastric Bypass Surgery" href="https://www.uhn.ca/PatientsFamilies/Health_Information/Health_Topics/Documents/After_Your_Gastric_Bypass_Surgery.pdf">After Gastric Bypass Surgery</a>: Immediate post-operative care, pain management, and activity guidelines for patients returning home after weight loss surgery.