St. Joseph's Healthcare Hamilton - Charlton Campus

Geriatric Outpatient Clinic

Geriatric Medicine Services

Outpatient clinic for older adults to assess age-related disorders. Evaluates cognition and various aspects of physical function such as balance. Consulting Physicians : Dr David Cowan (King).

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated October 2025

Emergency Department

Emergency room care. Doctors, nurses, and other health professionals assess and treat life-threatening injuries or severe illness. Psychiatric Emergency Services - Specialized emergency room care and follow-up support for intense emotional distress.

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

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated September 2026

Outpatient Rehabilitation

Occupational Outpatient Hand Therapy Program (Progression)

Hospital-based outpatient program providing treatment to people who have hand trauma or conditions affecting hand and upper limb function, and need specialized splint management or therapeutic intervention. Services provided by an occupational therapist or occupational therapist assistant. Progression level of rehabilitative care for patients working to restore or maximize functionality.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated October 2025

Orthopedic Rehabilitation

Bundled Care

Outpatient rehabilitation program providing exercises, physical therapy, and pain management to help patients regain mobility, strength, and function in their replaced joints.

How to access: Referral initiated by surgical unit

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated April 2026

Inpatient Rehabilitation

Medical Rehabilitation Program

19-bed inpatient high-intensity rehabilitation program. Supports individuals with complex medical needs who require a coordinated, interdisciplinary approach to care. Serves patients with multi-system medical conditions, including but not limited to end-stage renal disease, deconditioning following prolonged hospitalization, and orthopedic injuries or surgeries.

How to access: Medical referral required * clinical teams complete Acute to Rehab and Complex Care (CCC) Referral package and Regional Complex Care (CC) Program Letter of Understanding

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated August 2026

Palliative Care

Palliative Care Consultation Team Service

Multi-disciplinary team includes physicians, nurses, and social workers. Team works with patient's primary health care team to provide consultation services for inpatients and their families. Team helps with:.

How to access: Medical referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated May 2026