Hospital in Toronto, Ontario

North York General Hospital - General Site

Part of North York General Hospital.

Address
4001 Leslie Street, Toronto, ON M2K 1E1
Emergency department
Yes, 24 hours
Type
Hospital
Operator
North York General Hospital
Phone
416-756-6001
Website
www.nygh.on.ca

Senior & geriatric services

Geriatric Medicine

Geriatric Psychiatry Inpatient Program

Multidisciplinary approach to specialized geriatric mental health care. 10-bed inpatient unit to accommodate older adults who may experience mental and behavioural issues that require assessment, treatment and stabilization.

How to access: Self-referral * Referral from family members, mental health worker, physicians

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated April 2026

Emergency care

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

Emergency Department

Emergency room care. Doctors, nurses, and other health professionals assess and treat life-threatening injuries and severe illness.

How to access: No referral required

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated April 2026

Memory, dementia & mental health

Geriatric Psychiatry

Geriatric Mental Health

Comprehensive mental health services addresses the unique needs of older adults that include: Geriatric Psychiatry Inpatient Program Geriatric Outpatient Services. Services and Programs: Geriatric Psychiatry Inpatient Program.

How to access: Self-referral * Referral from family members, mental health worker, physicians

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated May 2026

Palliative care

Palliative Care

Freeman Centre for the Advancement of Palliative Care

Offers comprehensive consultation and follow-up care for patients living with life-limiting illnesses. Team provides care for patients in hospital, in clinic and at home. Services:.

How to access: Call for information * visit website to access referral forms

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated June 2026

Other services

Cancer Care

Diagnostic Assessment Program (DAP)

Offer: rapid diagnostic work-up and shorter wait times for patients diagnostic work-up that is coordinated and arranged for the patient a patient-centered approach to care patient navigator who is a health care professional guides patient through their journey from diagnosis to recovery a specialized team of health care providers that work closely together to ensure high-quality care.

How to access: Medical referral required * Accepting referrals for gastric, small bowel and colorectal cancer

Source: Ontario Health atHome healthline directory, updated August 2026

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:

  • Palliative Care: Call for information * visit website to access referral forms
  • Geriatric Psychiatry: Self-referral * Referral from family members, mental health worker, physicians
  • Cancer Care: Medical referral required * Accepting referrals for gastric, small bowel and colorectal cancer
  • Geriatric Medicine: Self-referral * Referral from family members, mental health worker, physicians

Location

Retirement communities nearby

Within about 10 km, nearest first.

Long-term care homes nearby

Home care in Toronto

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

Other hospitals nearby

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Frequently asked questions

Does North York General Hospital - General Site have an emergency department?

Yes. North York General Hospital - General Site is listed in Ontario Health atHome's directory of emergency departments. In an emergency, call 911.

Does North York General Hospital - General Site have geriatric services?

Yes. It lists geriatric medicine.

Does North York General Hospital - General Site offer palliative care?

Yes, North York General Hospital - General Site lists palliative care services.

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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