| We are taking precautions at Hamilton Health Sciences (HHS) to ensure the safety of our staff, physicians, patients, families and community. More information related to COVID-19 is available here: Hamilton Health Sciences hospital information Niagara Region Public Health |
| Hospital access Visitor guidelines have changed and we have moved to a no-visitor policy with very few exceptions. Based on these guidelines, infrastructure work at WLMH, with the exception of some limited outside work, has been placed on hold. Patient care The Ministry of Health has mandated all health care facilities to postpone all non-urgent elective activity, including surgeries and non-urgent clinic visits. Some patients receiving non-urgent scheduled care may access care by phone or virtually. Elective surgeries are being postponed and perioperative services at West Lincoln are temporarily closed. This will support additional patient care capacity and availability of health care professionals in the weeks ahead. West Lincoln patients requiring urgent surgical procedures will receive care at the appropriate alternative hospital. Patients will be notified by their surgeon if their surgery is deferred. Planning for a new WLMH The Capital Planning team continues to move forward with planning for the new WLMH. Kick-off meetings took place earlier this month. Work led by non-clinical team members continues to move ahead. We remain committed to moving forward, recognizing COVID-19 presents an evolving situation and patient care requirements remain our top priority. Follow us on social media We’re sharing timely updates and shareable content on our social media channels, like this “five small acts” campaign, which is linked at the handles below. Twitter: @HamHealthSci Instagram: HamiltonHealthSciences Facebook: @HamHealthSci |
What’s Up @ WLMH: COVID-19
