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Shouldice Hernia Hospital - Shouldice Hernia Hospital

Description:Shouldice Hernia Hospital in Ontario specializes in non-mesh hernia repair, diet counseling, and post-surgery exercise programs.
Service Area:Global
Categories:Hospital
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Patient and Visitor Experience for Shouldice Hernia Hospital - Shouldice Hernia Hospital

Accepting New Patients:Yes
Patient Profile:Patients seeking specialized non-mesh hernia repair with a focus on holistic recovery and a supportive, resort-like environment.
Patient Instructions
  1. 1Patients are encouraged to be in the healthiest possible condition for their operation, including managing weight if recommended by a surgeon.
  2. 2Patients stay for a few days post-surgery for a supervised healing and recovery program.
  3. 3Visitors are limited to 2 per patient in rooms, from 10:00 AM to 8:00 PM daily.
  4. 4Parking is available on-site for a flat-rate maximum of $16 per day ($50 for inpatient stay duration).

Services & Specialties for Shouldice Hernia Hospital - Shouldice Hernia Hospital

Main Services

Non-mesh hernia repair
Hernia examination clinic
Mobile exam clinics
Diet counselling
Massage therapy
Post-surgery exercise program
Annual follow-up program
  • Non-mesh hernia repair
  • Hernia examination clinic
  • Mobile exam clinics
  • Diet counselling
  • Massage therapy
  • Post-surgery exercise program
  • Annual follow-up program
Telehealth:Yes — Remote assessment options are available for patients living more than 150 km (90 miles) away, where surgeons review medical questionnaires and provide recommendations within 2-3 days.

Specialties

The following types of medical expertise are offered by providers indicated to work at this location.
Walk-in
  • Walk-in

Shouldice Hernia Hospital - Shouldice Hernia Hospital Contact and Communication

Additional Phone Numbers
Email:admissions@shouldice.com

Shouldice Hernia Hospital - Shouldice Hernia Hospital Metadata and Administrative Details

Accreditations: College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, Royal College of Surgeons of Canada (FRCSC), American College of Surgeons (FACS)
Research Involvement: Maintains one of the largest databases on hernia repair in the world, gathering data since 1945 to refine surgical techniques and document success.
Facilities: Five specialized operating suites, 89-bed facility, on-site kitchen, sunlit café, billiards, shuffleboard, putting green, common room.
Parking Info: Paid on-site parking available for hospital and clinic patients.

Shouldice Hernia Hospital - Shouldice Hernia Hospital Accessibility and Amenities

Wheelchair Accessible: Yes
Access Notes: Shouldice Hospital is committed to excellence in serving all patients including people with disabilities, ensuring staff are familiar with assistive devices, communicating in ways that account for disabilities, and allowing service animals and support persons.
Parking Info: Paid on-site parking available for hospital and clinic patients.

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