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Program:
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Riverside Health Care - Fort Frances - La Verendrye Hospital - Telestroke Program
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Phone Numbers:
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807-274-3261
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Crisis:
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9-1-1
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Fax:
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807-274-2898
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Address:
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110 Victoria Ave
Fort Frances, ON
P9A 2B7
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Location:
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- Located at Victoria Ave across the street from Rainy River
- Closest intersection is at the corner of Victoria Ave and Front St
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Accessibility:
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Wheelchair Accessible
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Hours:
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Ontario Telemedicine Network: Mon-Sun 24 hours
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Public Contacts:
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Program Administrative Assistant - Northwestern Ontario Regional Stroke Network
807-684-6703 * nwostroke@tbh.net
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Service Description:
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Provincial Telestroke Program offers the following services:- Stroke coverage, available Mon-Sun 24 hours via Ontario Telemedicine Network (OTN)
- Use of CritiCall Ontario to contact a neurologist
- Supports discussions between Emergency Department physicians and a neurologist regarding the treatment of stroke patients
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Fees:
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Service - Fees for uninsured Canadians and out-of-country residents
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Application:
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Required to present a valid Ontario Hospital Insurance Plan (OHIP) card or other Provincial Health Insurance
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Eligibility / Target Population:
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Individuals in an emergency or life-threatening situation who require immediate medical attention
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Languages:
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English
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Area Served:
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District of Kenora, District of Rainy River
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Last Updated:
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7/31/2025
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Service Profile Web Address:
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eng/displayService.aspx?id=159097
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