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The Department is staffed by a physician on-call or on-site, and by Registered Nurses who have elected to focus on emergency nursing and have taken special courses specific to that area. Phone: (613) 584-1266 ext. 166 Emergency number 911 HOW LONG WILL I HAVE TO WAIT? Welcome to the Deep River and District Hospital's Emergency Department. An emergency nurse will see you within 15 minutes of your arrival to assess your condition. If you are experiencing chest pain or are having difficulty breathing, please alert the emergency nurse immediately. How soon a doctor sees you depends on how sick or badly injured you are. For example, the doctor will see someone with a heart attack before someone with a sprained ankle or sore throat. Patients are seen by a doctor in order of need, not time of arrival. Please do not eat or drink. If your condition worsens while you are waiting, please let the nurse know. While you are awaiting 1. Have your Ontario Health Insurance card ready, or your medical insurance information if you live outside Ontario. 2. Have a list of all medications that you take on a regular basis and any other important information, e.g., allergies. Before you leave If you decide to leave before being seen by a doctor, please talk with a nurse. Thank you very much for your cooperation. The Deep River and District Hospital will process requisitions for x-rays, ultrasound etc., regardless of where the physician who ordered your test is located. After the test is completed, we provide the physician (in Ottawa, Pembroke or elsewhere) with a written report. Tell your physician you prefer to have the testing done locally. Hours of Operation: • Monday to Thursday 8:00am to 8:00pm Services Offered: X-Ray Department
Ultrasound Department
Other Exams: Electrocardiograms (ECG) Preparation for Exams: APPOINTMENTS are required for these exams. You may call the Department to arrange for such appointments, or drop in. Instruction sheets are available from some physicians or from the department. Appointments: How to Contact Us: Phone: (613) 584-3333
If we are busy and unable to answer your call, please leave a brief message and your telephone number, and we will return your call as soon as we are able. Fax: (613) 584-4920
Patients must have a signed requisition from a registered physician for any laboratory tests. Results will be sent directly to the ordering physicians office, either by courier, mail or fax. Results cannot be given directly to you or to another physician, unless we receive written instructions to do so. Most of the laboratory tests are performed on-site, (usually the same day), and we have made arrangements with referral laboratories for tests not on our license. Specific containers are available through the laboratory for specialized tests. The Deep River and District Hospital will process requisitions for blood work, x-rays, etc., regardless of where the physician who ordered your test is located. After the test is completed, we provide the physician (in Ottawa, Pembroke or elsewhere) with a written report. Tell you doctor you prefer to have the testing done locally. Manager, Laboratory Services Hours of Operation: • Monday to Thursday 7:30 am to 12 pm and 4 to 6 pm Appointments: We use a numbering system to treat all of our patients fairly and efficiently. Upon arrival, ALL patients are required to take a number at the phlebotomy room and have a seat in the waiting area- even if you are just returning specimens to the Laboratory. Patients will be processed according to the number system unless there is Emergency work. Special Requirements: A number of tests require you to be fasting - no food or drink except water for 12 hours. The tests are indicated with an * on the white Deep River and District Hospital requisition. They include fasting glucose (FBS), Cholesterol, Triglyceride, Folate among others. For therapeutic drug level testing - to accurately monitor drug levels, do not take your morning dose until the specimen is drawn. Glucose Tolerance Tests (other than the 1 hour GTT test), must be booked in advance through the Laboratory. Holter and Blood Pressure Monitor testing must be booked through the Laboratory. How to Contact Us: Phone: (613) 584-1266 ext 163 Fax: (613) 584-3145
Hours of Operation Appointments Waiting time for a first outpatient appointment: Approximately 3 – 4 weeks Services Offered: low back pain (i.e. disc and joint problem) How to contact us Phone: (613) 584-1266, ext 120 Fax: (613) 584-4920 Copyright © 2000-2007 by the Deep River and District Hospital |