Some patients will no longer be allowed to have an Essential Care Partner enter the hospital. There are also new limits on how often Essential Care Partners may enter the hospital. Patients coming for an outpatient (daytime) appointment may have one Essential Care Partner to support their care at UHN.
Call the clinic or inpatient unit as early as possible before your visit or appointment. Speak with the unit manager or another member of your health care team about your situation, needs, and options.
If the manager is not available, the administrator-in-charge can also discuss approval.
You must have your Essential Care Partner approved before your visit on the following units:
- Toronto General & Toronto Western — all inpatient units
- Toronto General and Toronto Western — Intensive Care Units
If you are coming for an appointment at some of our clinics, you will need to have your Essential Care Partner approved
before your visit. This is because of limited space or construction in those areas.