Here are some reasons why you should choose care here:
North York General Hospital's program cares for patients along their entire journey; from diagnosis to quality care to surgical treatment to chemotherapy through to survivorship or palliative care.
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We are one of the very few hospitals in Canada to review every single colorectal cancer case by a multidisciplinary tumour board.
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We are leaders in transanal minimally invasive surgery (TAMIS)
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We are recognized by Cancer Care Ontario Access for having the lowest cancer surgery wait times in Ontario, three years in a row
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We are actively participating in clinical trials and research.
The program offers the best wait times, the most surgical oncologists in the Central LHIN, Canada's only Colorectal Cancer Survivorship Program with a dedicated Colorectal Cancer Patient Navigator, expertise in minimally invasive surgery, regular communication every step of the way and one-step referral services.
Additionally, symptomatic patients can access expedited colonoscopies, receive support from a dedicated patient navigator and customized information kits and online resources.
"The care I received from the team at NYGH was excellent. A day after my surgery I was walking, and three days later I was home.”
Richard, colorectal cancer patient
Everyone, from my surgeon to rehabilitation and volunteers, was helpful and provided me excellent post-op information and care."
Sandra, colorectal cancer patient
