Senior Care Path

Hospital in Hamilton, Ontario

Hamilton Health Sciences - McMaster

Part of Hamilton Health Sciences.

Address
1200 Main St. West, Hamilton, ON L8N 3Z5
Emergency department
Yes, 24 hours
Type
Hospital
Operator
Hamilton Health Sciences
Phone
905-521-2100 ext 75020
Website
www.hamiltonhealthsciences.ca

Emergency care

In an emergency, call 911. The emergency department is open 24 hours.

Emergency Department

Emergency room care for children. Doctors, nurses, and other health professionals assess and treat life-threatening injuries or severe illness. Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program - Specialized emergency room care and confidential follow-up support for people who have been abused by an intimate partner, or have experienced sexual assault.

How to access: No referral required * call or walk in

905-521-2100 ext 75020Program website

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated October 2025

Rehabilitation

Outpatient Rehabilitation

Swallowing Clinic (Progression)

Hospital-based outpatient program for adults who have swallowing disorders. Services provided by speech language pathologists in collaboration with diagnostic imaging technologists and radiologists. Progression level of rehabilitative care for patients working to restore or maximize functionality.

How to access: Medical referral required * diagnostic imaging requisition required

905-521-2100 ext 73079Program website

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated November 2025

Referrals

Many hospital programs for older adults need a referral from a family doctor, nurse practitioner or Ontario Health atHome care coordinator. Here is what each program says:

  • Outpatient Rehabilitation: Medical referral required * diagnostic imaging requisition required

Location

Retirement communities nearby

Within about 10 km, nearest first.

Long-term care homes nearby

Home care in Hamilton

Private home care agencies that can help after a hospital stay. See our guide to leaving hospital in Ontario.

Other hospitals nearby

All hospitals in Hamilton

Frequently asked questions

Does Hamilton Health Sciences - McMaster have an emergency department?

Yes. Hamilton Health Sciences - McMaster is listed in Ontario Health atHome's directory of emergency departments. In an emergency, call 911.

Does Hamilton Health Sciences - McMaster offer rehabilitation?

Yes. It lists outpatient rehabilitation.

Location from the Ontario Ministry of Health's service provider locations; services from Ontario Health atHome's healthline directory. Senior Care Path is not affiliated with this hospital. Details change, so confirm with the hospital before you go.

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