Program: Dryden Regional Health Centre - Visiting Specialists
Organization: Dryden Regional Health Centre
Phone Numbers: 807-223-8201 Ext 1284
Website: www.drhc.on.ca/ambulatory-services
Address:
PO Box 3003
Dryden, ON
P8N 2Z6
Street
Address
:
58 Goodall St
Dryden
Location:
  • Located at Goodall St S of Hwy 17 in the downtown area
  • Closest intersection is at Goodall St and Van Horne Ave
Accessibility:
Wheelchair Accessible
Hours: Hours vary; call for information
Service Description: Offers the services of the following visiting specialists at the Specialist Clinic:
Ear-Nose-Throat
  • Dr John Rutka (Toronto)
  • Specializes in otolaryngology, head and neck surgeries
  • Offers ear-nose-throat surgeries, pre- and post-operative care
Pediatrics
  • Dr Joel Warkentin (Thunder Bay)
  • Specializes in pediatric care
Plastic Surgery
  • Dr Stefan Hofer (Toronto)
  • Offers treatment and surgery for carpel tunnel syndrome (CTS) release, trigger fingers, breast reconstruction post-mastectomy, plastic surgery and pre- and post-operative clinics
Shoulders
  • Dr Jubin Payandeh (Thunder Bay)
  • Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery
  • Offers shoulder decompression and repairs, surgery and pre- and post-operative clinics



Fees: None - Most services covered by OHIP
Application: All visiting specialist clinics require referral by local physician
Eligibility / Target Population: People requiring the services of visiting specialists such as Ear-Nose-Throat, Pediatrics, Plastic Surgery, and Shoulder problems requiring an orthopedic surgeon
Languages: English
Area Served: District of Kenora, District of Rainy River, James and Hudson Bay Coast, Northern
See Also: Musculoskeletal Rehabilitation
Rehabilitative Care - Hospital-Based Specialized Clinics and Services
Last Updated: 7/23/2025
Service Profile Web Address: eng/displayService.aspx?id=189530

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