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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!
 Rebuilding hospital to rebuild people’s lives
Early phase of redevelopment begins in Fall 2008
People recovering from life-changing injuries and illnesses are one step closer to a facility designed to rebuild their lives.
In October, Willowdale M.P.P. David Zimmer announced the provincial government’s approval of the early construction phase that will lead to the redevelopment of St. John’s Rehab Hospital. Learn more...
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Helping wounds heal
 Hospital pilots advanced wound rehabilitation
Many people who have been in a hospital for an extended time not only have to overcome their primary medical condition, they may also have to deal with painful and potentially dangerous wounds that come from traumatic injuries, surgery or pressure ulcers (commonly known as bed sores).
Managing these wounds - and the pain, scarring or infection they may cause - requires advanced, specialized techniques. This is why St. John's Rehab developed a specialized wound rehabilitation pilot program in partnership with Women's College Hospital. Learn more...
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Recovering from a shock to the system
 Electrical injury rehab gets people back on track
It takes seconds for a bolt of electricity to run through someone's body. It takes months or even years to fully recover.
The team at St. John's Rehab works together to provide comprehensive,
customized assessment and treatment for these invisible and
unpredictable injuries. Learn more...
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Accreditation drives hospital to quality and beyond...
To drive increased quality in our health services, St. John's Rehab Hospital has adopted the theme "Quality and Beyond!" as we work towards Accreditation 2009.. Learn more...
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St. John's Rehab Hospital appoints new Chair, Board members
The Board of Directors of St. John's Rehab Hospital is pleased to announce the appointment of Joyce Bailey as its Chair, effective June 23, 2008.
At its Annual General Meeting on Monday, June 23, the Board of Directors also announced the appointment of four new members: Mr. Dennis Darby, President and CEO of the Ontario Pharmacists' Association; Ms. Caroline Pinto, Founding Principal of Counsel Public Affairs Inc.; Ms. Hilary Short, recently retired President and CEO of the Ontario Hospital Association; and Mr. David Taylor, Principal of Asset Directions Inc. Learn more...
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Giving the gift of research
With research comes innovation, knowledge, and growth - paving the way for improved rehab care. Have you thought about contributing to research, education, equipment
and other growing needs at St. John's Rehab? Please visit the www.stjohnsrehab.com/foundation to find out how to give. Learn more...
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Bill Arvanitis appointed Foundation Board Chair
For more than two years, Mr. Arvanitis has brought his expertise in fundraising and community involvement to the Foundation Board. Learn more...
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11th Annual Rehab Golf Classic
raises more than $107,000
 What's it take to rebuild people's lives? It takes the green - as well as the fairway and the tee deck!
On June 9, 2008, nearly 150 supporters of St. John's Rehab Hospital hit the tees for a beautiful day of golf at the 2008 Rehab Golf Classic. This 11th annual event raised more than $107,000 for the hospital - the second straight year that we've broken the $100,000 mark!
Learn more...
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 Celebrating our ‘Friends at the Forefront’
On October 18, nearly 300 courageous patients, loyal donors, outstanding staff, and dedicated volunteers came together to celebrate all those who have had a profound and lasting impact on St. John's Rehab and our community. Learn more...
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A race to the finish line:
$1.4 million left to go
 To date, the Rebuilding Lives campaign has raised $13.6 million! This would never have been possible without the invaluable support of our community of volunteers and donors who are constant reminders that together, we are “what it takes” to rebuild people’s lives.
With less than 10 per cent to go, we are eagerly anticipating the final stretch of our $15 million goal and breaking ground on the state-of-the-art John C. and Sally Horsfall Eaton Centre for Ambulatory Care. 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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Congratulations to
St. John’s Rehab Clinicians!
Awards recognize outstanding teaching, research and mentorship
Humber College: Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists
Thanks to excellent student feedback about the hospital, Humber College has awarded St. John's Rehab Hospital the Award of Excellence for Education & Preceptorship for 2007-2008.
University of Toronto:
Occupational Therapists
St. John’s Rehab’s Occupational Therapists have received an award for numerous contributions during 2007-2008 to the Department of Occupational Science and Occupational Therapy at the University of Toronto. The award recognizes contributions to several areas of occupational therapy education.
University of Toronto: Dr. Joel Fish
Dr. Fish, St. John's Rehab's Chief Medical Officer, was recently awarded the prestigious Charles Tator Surgeon-Scientist Mentoring Award in recognition of his passion for research and his exceptional mentoring of research residents in the University of Toronto's Surgeon Scientist Program.
University of Toronto: Dr. Morty Eisenberg
Dr. Eisenberg, hospitalist at St. John's Rehab Hospital and a leader in our musculoskeletal and wound care programs, recently received the Outstanding Teaching in Family Medicine Community Elective Award.The award recognized his mentorship of students in the University of Toronto's Family and Community Medicine Undergraduate Education Program.
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Learn about St. John’s Rehab’s performance online
As a patient, family member, donor or health care partner, you may want information about how St. John’s Rehab Hospital performs in rebuilding people’s lives. To help share this information, we recently launched a section of our website that lists key indicators of performance.
Visit www.stjohnsrehab.com to learn more about our patient satisfaction rates, hospital-acquired infections, and financial and clinical data related to our accountability agreement with the provincial government’s Central Local Health Integration Network (LHIN). Learn more...
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 Self-help tips: Stress-free holidays
The holidays are a time to relax with family and friends. Too much
stress can harm your health and increase your risk of cardiovascular
disease and stroke. Take care of yourself. Learn more...
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Step Ahead Rehab Clinic
 Helping people recover from
injury, illness or surgery
Have you experienced joint, spine or other muscle or skeletal injuries? St. John’s Rehab’s Step Ahead Rehab Clinic is a fee-for service outpatient clinic specializing in assessment and treatment of orthopedic conditions and injuries.
Step Ahead Rehab Clinic treats:
- Motor vehicle collision injuries
- Work-related injuries and illnesses
- Muscle, bone and joint injuries and conditions including whiplash, lower back pain, repetitive strain and sport-related injuries
Complementary therapies:
A provincial and national leader in specialized rehabilitation, Step Ahead Rehab Clinic
clinicians have the full spectrum of skills to treat short and long-term orthopedic
health and disability concerns.
For more information or to make an appointment:
Phone: 416-224-3179
Online: www.stjohnsrehab.com
Visit us at: Beatty Wing (west entrance), St. John’s Rehab Hospital
285 Cummer Avenue, (between Yonge Street and Bayview Avenue).
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