Acute and Emergency Care
Nurses in the EGH are certified annually to ensure their knowledge and skills are kept current. They also take advantage of all possible educational opportunities. The nurses in the ER are trained in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Trauma nursing and Pediatric Life support. They have knowledge and skills in all necessary fields of patient care. The equipment in these departments is modern and checked regularly. Doctors and nurses consult with specialists to deliver the best patient care. Multidisciplinary rounds are held twice weekly to plan the best care for patients in Acute Care. In preparation for discharge, patients receive health teaching for medications, care of wounds and other information, as well as referrals to available home care services. There is also a Cancer Care Centre at EGH which is affiliated with the North Eastern Ontario Regional Cancer Centre. Standard protocol, private rooms and access to an oncologist ensure that quality cancer care is provided.

North Network: Bringing Health Care Closer to Home
NORTH Network was launched in 1998 in order to link families to medical specialists using cameras and televisions. NORTH Network enables patients to receive the care they need without having to leave their community avoiding expensive, stressful traveling.The patient 'visits' with the physician through a video - monitor system. The patient and physician can see and hear each other, while the nurse assists with the exam. Physicians are able to listen to the patient's heart via a computerized stethoscope.The network also provides continuing health professional education and patient education.D Dr. Stephanie Borsato is the medical director for the new EGH site for North Network. Currently our services have provided consultations in Oncology, Rheumatology, Nephrology, Neurology, Psychiatry, Allergies, Pain management therapy and Behaviour therapy.

Diagnostic Imaging
We have a state of the art imaging department. This consists of CR (Computed Radiography), Gastrointestinal imaging, Ultrasound and Vascular Ultrasound. All these modalities are hooked up to PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication System) allowing for immediate viewing of images by physicians online. We are a teaching site for College Boreal X ray students. Our professional, highly trained staff are all registered technologists in their areas and members in good standing with their associations.

Laboratory
Physicians depend on the results of lab tests to aid them in the diagnosis and selection of appropriate treatment. The equipment in the lab is modern and up to date, assuring the quality of results. The staff work closely as a team and must communicate effectively. All staff must have passed a national exam, as well as receiving continuing education to keep their knowledge and skills current. Staff is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and receives direction and consultation from Dr. Bonin of the Sudbury Regional Hospital.

Physiotherapy
The Physiotherapy Department offers Inpatient as well as Outpatient services for all ages, helping clients return to optimum mobility and pain control. The friendly, knowledgeable staff use state of the art equipment, following evidence based professional standards. Appointment hours are Monday thru Friday 8 am until 4 pm.

Diabetes Education Clinic
The Diabetes Education Clinic at EGH is a member program of the Northern Diabetes Health Network. This program is committed to enhancing diabetes services for people in Northern Ontario. Professional Staff provide current and accurate information and resources for persons with diabetes. Today, more than ever before, people can live active, independent and vital lives if they make a lifelong commitment to careful diabetes management. Our work is supported by evidence shown in important studies from around the world that people who attend diabetes specialty programs for their care have lower risks of diabetes related problems.

Spiritual Care Services…Respect for all Spiritual Dimensions
At the Espanola General Hospital, meeting the physical, emotional. Social and spiritual needs of the sick, injured, frail and of our employees is built into our philosophy. Spiritual Care Services are offered in conjunction with other hospital health care services to meet the spiritual needs of patients, patients’ family members as well as members of the hospital’s staff. All are welcome to use this service whatsoever be his or her religion, culture, race, lifestyle or sexual orientation. We fully respect .....

Social Service Department
The purpose of the Social Work Department is to provide social work services to Long-Term Care residents, families and residents in order to promote optimal social functioning.This enables patients to utilize health care to achieve their optimum level of health. As well as providing social work services, the Social Worker is responsible for discharge planning. Social workers engaged in discharge planning coordinate discharges for patients by collaborating with the patient, family, health care team and community resources.The social worker is involved with the early identification and assessment of the patient patient’s needs and implements timely discharge plans that result in continuity of care and efficient use of hospital and community resources.

Recreation
The Recreation department provides activities for residents of Long-Term Care. Activities include BBQs, gardening, bingos, karaoke, crafts, baking and social teas, as well as entertainment from the community. Residents favourites include the Wine and Cheese and Christmas in July, as well as twice weekly church services. This department also leads fundraisers for the community, such as a Terry Fox Rock-a-thon, where residents receive pledges and rock in a rocking chair for a certain time. The Resident’s Council ensures that residents have input into activities, food and lifestyle.

Espanola Nursing Home
Whether you’re making the decision for yourself or for someone you love, deciding how and where to live when Long Term Care is needed is a very emotional and confusing experience. Manitoulin- Sudbury Community Care Access Centre (MSCCAC) is the entry point into the system, and into our beautiful Nursing Home. Their case manager assesses the client and completes all paper work, which is then sent to client’s chosen nursing home and then their name is placed on a waiting list. If you choose.....

Queensway Place
The Queensway Place provides a secure comfortable, carefree living environment through support services that enable seniors to live independently. Queensway Place provides a social setting for seniors through interaction with each other as well as participation in activities with residents from our Long- Term Care unit. Delicious meals are served in the dining room. Laundry is done once a week for residents, while housekeeping service to the individual rooms in ongoing. Assisted living, under the same room as the hospital complex is a much appreciated feature of our "Queensway Place."

Senior's Apartments
The Town of Espanola Non-profit housing has 30 one bedroom units for independent seniors which is federally and provincially funded. The monthly rent is geared to income, making it affordable for all seniors.The EGH acts as a management office by keeping the books, collecting rent, maintaining the building etc. The apartments allow seniors to have their privacy as well as the company of other seniors. Independent living, under the same roof as the hopsital complex is a much appreciated feature of our town's 'Senior's Apartments".

Community Oncology Clinic Network
The mission of NEORCC's outreach initiatives is to facilitate a seamless coordinated system of cancer care responding to the needs of residents of northeastern Ontario. This mission will be fulfilled by ensuring quality provision of chemotherapy in community oncology clinics; by fostering the growth and development of health care providers through ongoing support and educational activities; and by ensuring accessibility of cancer specialists to all health care providers, patients and families. Outreach initiatives will be driven by community need and established in partnership with community hospitals, agencies, patients and families. For more information go to www.neorcc.on.ca/neorcc.