University Health Network

The University Health Network encompasses well known Toronto area hospitals: Toronto  General Hospital, Toronto Western Hospital, Princess Margaret Hospital and most recently the Toronto Rehabilitation Institute. As the name suggests, the network of hospitals distinguishes four separate health care facilities with their own identity, but with an interdependence and interactive patient care.

Each hospital is unique, with different areas of specialization. The hospitals have long and proud histories of success, and a strong commitment to excellence in patient care, research and education.

To enhance patient-care, the University Health Network has organized resources of physicians, staff and services into seven Focus of Care Areas:

  • Musculoskeletal Health and Arthritis Program uses a multidisciplinary approach to look at the structure and function of bones, muscles and skin. From disease prevention to treatment programs, the Program is a leader provincially and nationally in the treatment of musculoskeletal and arthritis disorders. Encompassing a broad spectrum of disorders, the Musculoskeletal Health and Arthritis Program is able to offer a high standard of patient care with the identification of seven areas of care.
    • Areas of Care:
      • Arthritis and Related Disorders
      • Arthroplasty
      • Sports Medicine
      • General Orthopaedics
      • Hand & Plastics
      • Rehabilitation Solutions
      • Osteoporosis and Bone Density
  • Krembil Neuroscience Centre offers patient care in all neuroscience medical specialities. Located at Toronto Western Hospital, the Krembil Neuroscience Centre stands at the forefront as Canada’s leading teaching, research and clinical facility for neurological conditions.
    • Areas of Care:
      • Donald K. Johnson Eye Centre
      • Epilepsy
      • Functional Neurosurgery
      • Gamma Knife Centre
      • Neurodegenerative Movement and Memory Disorders
      • Neuromuscular
      • Neuro-Oncology
      • Neuro-Ophthalmology
      • Neuro-Urology
      • Neurovascular Disease
      • Comprehensive Pain Program
      • Spine Program
  • The Medical Community and Care program focuses on offering services in a “population-based approach” to groups identified within the community with distinct health needs. Looking at social and economic factors, the Medical and Community Care program can coordinate services within a number of areas of care.
    • Areas of Care:
      • Seniors’ Health
      • Child and Adolescent Health
      • Community and Multicultural Health
      • Women’s Health
      • Family and Community Health
      • Mental Health and Addictions
  • Multi-Organ Transplant Program is the largest program of its kind in Canada, offering transplantation in the heart, lung, liver, kidney, pancreas and the small bowel. As a life-saving treatment, successful organ transplantation at UHN is supported by a multi-disciplinary team composed of specialists and health care professionals in a variety of fields. Together, the team is able to offer patients an integrated and efficient approach to care.
    • Areas of Care:
      • Heart
      • Heart and Lung
      • Kidney
      • Liver
      • Lung
      • Pancreas and Kidney
      • Small Bowel
  • Peter Munk Cardiac Centre offers patients world-class cardiovascular care. As one of the largest centres in North America, the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre has a multidisciplinary team that specializes in the treatment and care of cardiac and vascular conditions. With a focus on patient care, the team works together to ensure that patients are supported at every step of their treatment.
    • Areas of Care:
      • Cardiac Clinics
      • Cardiology
      • Cardiovascular Surgery
      • Diagnostics
      • Interventional Cardiology
      • Surgery
  • Surgical and Critical Care Program provides care to patients with advanced organ-based conditions, as well as diseases like HIV and diabetes. The multidisciplinary team works together to ensure the best possible diagnosis and treatment program for each unique case, supported by advanced training, research and clinical studies.
    • Areas of Care:
      • Benign Digestive Disorders
      • Benign Kidney Disorders
      • Benign Respiratory Diseases
      • Clinical Studies Resource Centre
      • Endocrinology & Diabetes
      • Infectious Diseases
  • Princess Margaret Hospital Cancer Program is the largest of its kind in Canada. The comprehensive cancer program offers treatment, education and support to patients each year, with resources from doctors, nurses, and allied health professionals. With almost all clinics and services offered out of Princess Margaret Hospital, patients can be sure they are being treated at a world-renowned cancer care centre. The areas of care for the Cancer Program further the focus on patient care in the prevention, detection, diagnosis and treatment of cancer.
    • Areas of Care:
      • Haematology
      • Medical Oncology
      • Psychosocial Oncology
      • Radiation Medicine
      • Surgical Oncology
      • Clinics and Centre

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