Infectious Diseases Clinic

The Infectious Diseases Clinic provides outpatient care for complex infectious diseases.  We provide consultative services for infections of the blood, heart, bone, post-operative infections, tropical diseases and infections in children. 

Location

The Infectious Diseases Clinic is located on Level 1 of the North tower within Ambulatory Care. 

Hours of Operation

  • Tuesday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
  • Thursday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Referrals

Patients are seen by referral.

Physician

Referrals must be completed by a physician. To refer a patient for the Infectious Diseases Clinic, complete the Infectious Diseases Clinic Referral form and fax to 905-681-4879.

Ocean eReferral

Joseph Brant Hospital is using Ocean eReferral Network for Ambulatory Care referrals. With Ocean eReferral Network, physicians can make real-time clinical referrals—free of charge.

To get Ocean eReferral Network, contact the eHealth Centre of Excellence.

Patients

Once referred, we will call you to book an appointment. Patients are seen in order of urgency, instead of first-come first-served. 

Services

  • Blood infections

  • Heart infection
  • Bone infection
  • Post-operative infections
  • Tropical diseases
  • Infections in children

Preparation

In-person appointment

  • Ensure you have your Ontario Health Card or proof of medical coverage
  • Arrive 10 minutes prior to your appointment
  • Check-in at the registration desk 
  • Bring a list of your current medications

Virtual appointment

  • Follow the instructions provided in your virtual visit confirmation 
  • Have a list of your current medications readily available

What to Expect

In-person appointment

  • Your visit may take up to an hour or more
  • Blood and other laboratory work may be required depending on the assessment.  
  • Diagnostic Imaging may be required depending on the assessment.

Virtual appointment

Your Health Care Team

  • Infectious Disease physician
  • Infectious Disease nurse
  • Pharmacist
  • Wound Care Specialist

COVID-19

Joseph Brant Hospital is committed to safe, quality, patient-centered care. To ensure the safety of patients, visitors and staff, we have made some important changes. Please review them before coming to hospital.

Contact

Infectious Diseases Clinic
P: 905-336-4110 ext. 4
F:  905-681-4879

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