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In this edition:
St. John's Rehab is the only hospital in Ontario solely dedicated to specialized rehabilitation.
We develop individually customized rehabilitation for people recovering from the most complex conditions.
We offer Canada’s only organ transplant rehabilitation program and Ontario's only burn rehabilitation program. Our highly skilled and committed staff provide specialized treatment, education and outreach support for people recovering from:
With advanced, responsive multidisciplinary care, breakthroughs in research and a caring, nurturing environment, St. John’s Rehab is rebuilding people’s lives.
To learn more about St. John’s Rehab Hospital, visit www.stjohnsrehab.com.
Key phone numbers
Main line:
416-226-6780
Ambulatory Care:
416-224-6948
Back on Track Program:
416-224-3172
Step Ahead Rehab Clinic:
416-224-3179
Acupuncture Clinic:
416-226-6780 ext. 7019
Chiropody Clinic:
416-226-6780 ext. 7019
Chiropractic Clinic:
416-224-6942
Massage Therapy Clinic:
416-226-6780 ext. 7019
St. John's Rehab Foundation: 416-224-6945
Community Report (seen in the Globe & Mail) is a twice-annual newsletter that highlights new developments, events and stories about the St. John’s Rehab community.
Editor: Marcus Staviss
St. John's Rehab Hospital
285 Cummer Ave.
Toronto, ON
M2M 2G1
Phone: 416-226-6780
Fax: 416-226-6265
E-mail: info@stjohnsrehab.com
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Community Report highlights new developments, events and stories about the St. John's Rehab Hospital community. Below, you'll find brief summaries with links to more information.
A print version is seen in the Globe & Mail twice annually. Sign up now to have the next issue of Community Report delivered straight to your mailbox or inbox!
Hospitals unite to improve access to care
 Ontario’s first major health integration means
better outcomes, shorter wait times for
emergency care, rehabilitation
Without warning, Mr. Mohamed, an avid photographer, developed severe pneumonia and lost his ability to breathe. To help patients like Mohamed survive and recover, St. John’s Rehab Hospital has teamed up with North York General Hospital. Together, the hospitals are improving access to health care – from the emergency department through to specialized rehabilitation. Learn more...
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Rebuilding for the future of rehab
 Hospital taking first steps to our new home
After more than five years of planning, advocacy and fundraising, St. John’s Rehab Hospital’s dream will soon come to life! This spring, the hospital hopes to begin the initial phases of construction that will culminate in our new outpatient facility – the John C. and Sally Horsfall Eaton Centre for Ambulatory Care. Learn more...
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 Dr. Joel Fish appointed Chief Medical Officer at St. John’s Rehab Hospital
St. John’s Rehab Hospital welcomed Dr. Joel Fish as our new Chief Medical Officer on March 3, 2008. Dr. Fish is an Ontario and world expert in plastic surgery for survivors of severe burns and traumatic injuries. Learn more...
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 Conference helps clinicians move amputees
forward
St. John’s Rehab will co-host the Ontario Association for Amputee Care conference on April 25-26. By working with other experts to look at the needs of amputees, we contribute to better care for patients everywhere. Learn more...
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 Wounded soldier runs for St. John’s Rehab
Master Corporal Jody Mitic (front, 2nd from left) lost both legs after stepping on an explosive device in Afghanistan. In March, he ran 5-km on prosthetic running legs. Together with 70 supporters, the effort raised $30,000 for St. John’s Rehab! Learn more...
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Our donors’ increasing support
Throughout our $15 million Rebuilding Lives campaign, we’ve asked our supporters: "what’s it take?” Now, we’ve raised nearly $13 million – we’re only $2 million from our goal. Learn more...
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 New equipment helps patients rebuild lives, regain independence
Every day, 71-year old Don Kemper clocks over two hours of cardio exercise. This is especially notable because Kemper lost both his legs to diabetes complications. However, his exercise routine is accomplished thanks to a decidedly low-tech piece
of equipment – a wheelchair. Learn more...
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 Clinicians awarded teaching honours at
U of T
St. John’s Rehab Hospital physiotherapists Jean Yee, Araceli Landaburu and Shirlene Campbell have each been awarded the Exceptional Achievement Award from the University of Toronto. Our clinicians were honoured for outstanding achievement in teaching the health professionals of the future. Learn more...
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Upcoming events
 Swing into Spring:
Live jazz concert and
stories of spring
Sat., April 19, 2008 at 7:30 p.m.
Church of St. Timothy,
100 Old Orchard Grove, Toronto
(Yonge St. south of Wilson Ave.)
Swing into spring with a special live piano concert by Rev. Canon Tim Elliot. The noted jazz pianist will delight our audience with contemporary jazz tunes and stories of spring.
Tickets are $20 in advance and at the door. All profits from this event will support the St. John’s Rehab Hospital Auxiliary’s $750,000 pledge to the Rebuilding Lives campaign.
To purchase tickets, please visit www.stjohnsrehab.com or contact Christine Etherington at 416-226-6780 ext. 7174. Learn more...
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 11th Annual Rehab
Golf Classic
Presented by:
Mon., June 9, 2008
Summit Golf & Country Club,
11901 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill
Golfers of all skill levels are welcome to participate. Proceeds support St. John’s Rehab Hospital in rebuilding people’s lives.
For registration information and sponsorship opportunities, please visit www.stjohnsrehab.com or contact Christine Etherington at 416-226-6780 ext. 7174. Learn more...
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Imagine rebuilding someone's life... treating some of the most complex
rehabilitation needs... working alongside some of the top specialists
in our field... enjoying support and encouragement for learning and
workplace wellness... joining one of the most highly specialized rehab
centres in Canada. You can. Imagine your career at St. John's Rehab. Learn more...
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Self-help tips: Spring into action
By Anne Cho, Physiotherapist
St. John’s Rehab Hospital – Step Ahead Rehab Clinic
 As spring arrives, many of us are ready to leave the snow behind and spring into outdoor activities such as gardening, running, walking, tennis and golf. Injuries are common if your body is not conditioned for these activities following the long
winter months.
When beginning or re-introducing physical activities, consider the following to reduce the risk of injury:
- Stretching: conduct pre- and post-activity stretches to promote flexibility. Hold a stretch for 15 seconds and repeat five times. Avoid bouncing into the stretch.
- Footwear: wear shoes that are sport-specific to provide proper support.
- Equipment: use properly fitted grip sizes for tennis rackets and golf clubs.
- Training: include strength, balance, and endurance exercises to prepare for the sport. Follow a training schedule to ramp up activities and gradually condition your body.
When heading into the garden for yard work, consider the following injury prevention tips:
- Stretching: use as a warm up and cool down to promote flexibility.
- Body mechanics: lift objects using your knees to avoid back injuries. Keep objects close to your body to avoid awkward positions, such as reaching beyond arm’s length and twisting your back.
- Pace: alternate activities to break up repetitive actions and prevent injury. Plan ahead and include rest periods.
- Tools: consider tools with ergonomic handles and good grips. Use a wheelbarrow to transport heavier material. Use a kneeling pad or sitting stool when working at a below-waist level.
If you have sustained an injury, the Step Ahead Rehab Clinic at St. John’s Rehab Hospital may be able to help. We specialize in assessing and treating orthopaedic conditions and injuries, including whiplash, low back and neck pain, acute sprains and strains, repetitive or chronic strains, and injuries related to sports, work, and motor vehicle collisions.
The clinic is uniquely located within a hospital setting and you do not require a doctor’s referral. For more information, or to make an appointment, contact us at 416-224-3179.
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Back on Track Program:
Recovery following traumatic motor vehicle accidents
 The specialized Back on Track outpatient rehab program helps people regain mobility and participate in everyday activities, leisure,
social roles and work.
Our team of specialists is experienced in treatment of traumatic injuries such as burns, amputations, orthopaedic injuries, soft tissue injuries and mild to moderate acquired brain injuries.
St. John's Rehab also offers many wellness clinics:
These clinics are uniquely part of a fully accredited hospital, and are available to the community.
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