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In this edition:
St. John's Rehab is the only hospital in Ontario solely dedicated to specialized rehabilitation.
The hospital is a leader in delivering individually customized rehabilitation for people recovering from the most complex, life-changing illnesses and injuries.
We offer Canada's only organ transplant rehabilitation program and Ontario's only burn rehabilitation program. Our highly skilled and committed clinical team provide specialized treatment, education and support for people recovering from:
Located in North Toronto, the hospital is a community affiliated teaching site
of the University of Toronto and we advance rehabilitation research and discovery. With advanced, responsive multidisciplinary care, rehabilitation breakthroughs 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.
 
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Key phone numbers
Main line:
416-226-6780
Outpatient Services:
416-224-6948
Complex Evaluation Experts:
416-226-6780 ext. 7019
Acupuncture Clinic:
416-224-6948
Chiropody Clinic:
416-224-6948
Chiropractic Clinic:
416-224-6942
Massage Therapy Clinic:
416-224-6948
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: Katherine Nazimek
Contributors: Laura Foulds, Audrey Kim, Nicole Mailman, Marcus Staviss, Vivek Vijayapalan
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 single health provider from acute care to recovery
 St. John's Rehab, Sunnybrook work towards merger
St. John’s Rehab Hospital and Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre have reached agreement on a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) that would see the two organizations merge voluntarily to become a comprehensive health care provider.
The MOU begins to outline what would become a ‘one-stop-shop’ for complex rehabilitation and acute care; giving people the care they need, when and where they need it.
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New state-of-the-art outpatient wing opens
 It’s the moment the St. John’s Rehab community has awaited for nearly a decade. In November, we opened our brand-new, state-of-the-art John C. and Sally Horsfall Eaton Centre for Ambulatory Care.
The hospital now has the much-needed space to treat even more patients from throughout Ontario who need specialized rehabilitation.
Full article...
$3-million investment for rehab discoveries 
Amidst the excitement of the long-awaited opening of the John C. and Sally Horsfall Eaton Centre for Ambulatory Care, the new wing’s namesakes announced an additional $3-million gift to establish a chair in rehabilitation research — the first in the hospital’s history.
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What does the future hold for patient recovery?
 Through our research, we understand that 30 per cent of SARS survivors still experience psychological symptoms four years after infection. Electrical injury survivors can experience long–term neurological dysfunctions, even if they look perfectly healthy. Providing therapy on the weekend is helping us return more patients to improved independence.
We can return people home sooner, in better health and with improved quality of life with our innovative research studies.
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When it comes to matters of the heart, St. John's Rehab teaches life lessons
 As a retired Ojibway language teacher, Gordon understands the importance of education. But, the most life–altering lessons he learned began during a fateful day at a Toronto mall.
While shopping, Gordon felt a sharp pain in his chest and back. With a family history of heart disease, one thought flashed through his mind — heart attack. Two hours later at the emergency room, Gordon learned that the trouble was worse. Not only had he suffered a heart attack, but he also had a growth on his heart that needed removal.
Full article...
Hospital Board elects Stephen Beatty as Chair
With a long history of involvement, Stephen Beatty is the third generation of Beatty family members to serve on the Hospital’s Board as a Director and eventually Chair. He follows in the footsteps of his father and his grandfather, who first served as a Director when the hospital opened in 1937.
Full article...
Self-help tips: Preventing Falls
As our age increases, so does our risk of falls. A fall can lead to broken ones, muscle damage, serious wounds and emotional scarring that can affect your quality of life. According to the Canadian Institute for Health Information, falls are a leading cause of hospitalization (more than 73,000 fall–related hospitalizations took place in Canada in 2008/2009). Half of all falls occur in the home.
The good news is that you can prevent falls with some simple actions.
Full article...
 Golfers swing $100,000 for St. John's Rehab
On September 12, 2011, more than 130 golfers teed off in support of
St. John’s Rehab at the 14th Annual Rehab Golf Classic. The tournament raised a remarkable $100,000 towards the purchase of specialized rehab equipment and supporting our expert staff in providing the best patient care possible. Thank you to all our participants, sponsors, volunteers and supporters for making the 2011 tournament a success!
Learn how you can tee off in support of St. John's Rehab...
Help us take another step towards rebuilding people's lives
 Sunday, March 18, 2012
Every March, survivors of life-changing injuries and illnesses take on the five-kilometre challenge with the St. John’s Rehab team. You can help rebuild people’s lives by joining hospital staff, supporters, and patients as we cross the finish line in downtown Toronto.
All funds raised go towards specialized rehabilitation equipment and to support our expert staff in continuing to provide leading patient care.
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Step Ahead Rehab Clinic
 Have you experienced joint, spine or other muscle or skeletal injuries?
Our fee-for-service outpatient clinic specializes in the assessment and treatment of orthopaedic conditions and injuries, including:
- Motor vehicle collision injuries
- Work-related injuries and illnesses
- Muscle, bone and joint injuries including whiplash, lower back pain, repetitive strain and sport-related injuries
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Our commitment to accessible care
St. John’s Rehab is committed to providing services and programs that meet the diverse needs and unique qualities of each patient we serve. That’s why the hospital has developed a statement of commitment that ensures equal opportunities for each patient to achieve their individual goals.
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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.
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Were you inspired by the stories in our Community Report?
St. John's Rehab is your community's rehabilitation hospital. Help us reach the forefront of specialized rehabilitation care by making a donation. Visit foundation.stjohnsrehab.com or call 416-224-6945 to help us rebuild people's lives.
Community Report - Copyright © 2011 St. John's Rehab Hospital
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