Integrated Stroke Unit and Rehabilitation Inpatient

Medicine Program 

This 40 bed unit cares for the acute care needs of patients that have had a stroke, and as soon as they are ready and appropriate for rehabilitation, move them right into the intensive rehabilitation program.  We provide best practice stroke care and follow evidence-based clinical pathways.

The unit is also designed to help patients achieve their individualized goals. We use evidence-based screening tools, techniques, and equipment to develop each patients' needs and functional goals.

Our healthcare team consists of physicians, registered nurses, registered practical nurses, patient care assistants, dietitians, pharmacists, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, a discharge planner, social worker, a respiratory therapist, a speech language pathologist, a chaplain, unit clerks, and volunteers. Each member has a specific role to play to ensure seamless integration of care and together, they strive to provide exceptional care to each patient and family.