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Program:
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Pediatric Surgery - Tonsillectomy and Adenoidectomy
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Phone Numbers:
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905-845-2571 ext 2498
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Toll-Free:
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To avoid long distance charges to a Halton Healthcare hospital, just dial local hospital number and request to be transferred
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Crisis:
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Call 911 in emergencies
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Address:
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3001 Hospital Gate
Oakville, ON
L6M 0L8
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Intersection:
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Third Line and Dundas St W
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Location:
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Oakville (Bronte Creek)
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Accessibility Notes:
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Paid parking
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Hours:
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Daily 24 hours
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Service Description:
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A child may need an operation called a tonsillectomy to take out the tonsils or an adenoidectomy to remove the adenoids * these operations can be done separately or at the same time to reduce the infections and to improve the child's breathing * an otolaryngologist or a surgeon specialized in problems with the ear, nose and throat will do the operation * for all surgeries, patient is required to attend a Pre-Admission appointment to prepare for surgery. This includes speaking with a nurse who will arrange any blood tests, x-rays or other tests that may be required
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Fees:
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Medical services are covered by OHIP
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Application:
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Medical referral required
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Children who needs surgery
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Languages:
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English
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Language Notes:
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Interpretive services available
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Area Served:
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Oakville and area
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Last Updated:
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4/4/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=174553
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