North York General Hospital - Minor Surgical Procedures and Elder Care Centre - Specialized Geriatric Outpatient Services - Osteoporosis and Fracture Prevention - Age Friendly Sarnia

Application

Medical referral from the primary care practitioner, either Medical Doctor or Nurse Practitioner required

Eligibility / Target Population

Older adults and seniors with age-related brittle bones

Fees

Services covered by OHIP

Languages

English ; Romanian

Language Notes

Other languages available through translation services

Area Served

Catchment area in place

Accessibility

Wheelchair Accessible

Description of Services:

A clinic assessment by a geriatrician and pharmacist for seniors with age-related brittle bone disease known as osteoporosis * the physician offers strategies to slow down bone loss, prevent falls, and maintain a healthy and active lifestyle, knowledge about osteoporosis medication, calcium-rich foods and nutritional supplements