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Program:
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Endoscopy
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Phone Numbers:
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519-941-2410
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Crisis:
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Call 911 in emergencies
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Fax:
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519-942-0483
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Address:
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100 Rolling Hills Dr
Orangeville, ON
L9W 4X9
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Intersection:
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Hwy 10 (Hurontario St) and Hwy 9
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Location:
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Orangeville
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Administration: Mon-Fri 8am-4pm * Surgical Services: Daily 24 hours
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Service Description:
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An exam that allows a specially trained physician to see a person’s digestive system. Patient will be given sedation prior to the procedure. An endoscope is used for the examination, The scope used has a camera that sends real-time video to a monitor that the surgeon or internist views while the procedure is being performed. Tissue samples may be taken by the physician
The exam is done to assess, diagnose or treat concerns such as:
- stomach pain
- ulcers
- bleeding in the digestive tract
- changes in bowel habits
- polyps or growths in the colon
Location: On the main level of HHCC – down the hall from Diagnostic Imaging
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Fees:
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Most services are covered by OHIP
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Application:
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Physician referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Patients in need of assessment of digestive system
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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Caledon and Dufferin County
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Last Updated:
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12/17/2024
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=223051
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