Middlesex Hospital Alliance Updates
January 12, 2022 Update – Obstetrical Closure January 12-17, 2021
Please be advised that due to staffing concerns, there will be NO Obstetrical Services at MHA available from:
Wednesday January 12th, 2022 at 1000 until Monday January 17th, 2022 at 07:00
All pregnant mothers presenting to SMGH prior to and during this time will be triaged and transferred to referral hospitals, as required, in consultation with the attending family practice OB physician. We will ensure that our patients continue to have access to care they need with minimal disruption.
There will be ongoing and regular assessment of the situation over the next few days. Thank you in advance for your cooperation
Please be aware that Middlesex Hospital Alliance is not a COVID testing center. If you require a COVID test and are not symptomatic or had a positive rapid antigen test, please schedule an appointment at your nearest Testing Centre.
Our Emergency departments are seeing higher volumes of patients and we are working hard to prioritize patient’s needing Emergency Medical Care.
Patients with less urgent conditions will experience longer wait times. Thank you for your understanding, patience and kindness.
If your condition doesn’t require urgent care, there are several options:
- Telehealth Ontario at 1-866-797-0000, pharmacist, family doctor, virtual care or a walk-in clinic.
December 31, 2021 Update -In response to overwhelming caseloads and rapid community transmission of the Omicron variant of Covid 19, changes are being implemented across the region.
- In an effort to reduce potential exposure or transmission in hospital, further limitations for visitors (family members and essential care partners) will be instated until further notice.
- Temporary leaves of absence (LOA) for patients cannot be accommodated due to regional COVID 19 activity and hospital capacity
Updates to our Vistor Guidelines and essential care partner guidelines are are now in effect when visiting a patient at the MHA. Full details can be found on our visiting a patient section.
