January 2024 Newsletter

January Newsletter Highlights

Re-Fax Referrals Sent to MGH on January 9 and 10, 2024.

MGH was experiencing intermittent issues with its fax machines on Tuesday, January 9 and Wednesday, January 10; as a result, some referrals received by fax on these dates may not have completed or are illegible
If you faxed a referral to the following MGH departments any time on Tuesday, January 9 and before 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, January 10, please re-fax the referral at your earliest convenience. MGH will cross-reference the referrals to ensure none are missed:

Diagnostic Imaging
All Outpatient Clinics, including Mental Health Outpatient and Rapid Access Addiction Medicine (RAAM) Clinic

As of Wednesday, January 10 at 11:30 a.m., referrals may be faxed to MGH as normal. If you have any questions, please contact the receiving MGH department or unit.

Healthcare Resources for Patients in East Toronto

Cold, Flu and COVID-19 Resources - Has information about where to get vaccines and Rapid Antigen Tests, what to do if you feel sick, and more.
Find Services in East Toronto - A starting point for community members seeking commonly sought-after health, social and community services in East Toronto
Health Access Taylor-Massey provides access to resource navigators, family doctors, nurse practitioners, case counselors and others, for residents of the Taylor-Massey neighbourhood and surrounding area.
Thorncliffe Park Youth Wellness Hub offers free walk-in health, wellness, employment and other services to everyone aged 12 to 25; no health card, family doctor or medical referral needed.
Oakridge Health and Harm Reduction Hub offers walk-in services, including harm reduction supplies, counseling and peer support, for people who use drugs and other substances.

Practice Supports and Patient Resources

Become an EasT-FPN member to receive clinical and practice support, and opportunities to engage with the East Toronto community. Please fill out the Membership application form to become a member.