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Cardiology Inpatient Unit

The Team

Medical Director: Dr. Diego Delgado

Nurse Manager: Zelia Souter

Physicians

Cardiologists
Cardiologists are medical doctors who have special training in caring for patients with heart problems.

Nursing

Nurse Practitioners
Nurse practitioners are registered nurses with advanced training. They have a Master's degree and are certified as nurse practitioners. Our nurse practitioners have special training in cardiac care. They may:

Ask about your health history and do medical exams
Order medicines and tests for you
Talk to you about your test results
teach you about your condition and your care
help you and your family plan for going home

Nursing Students
UHN is a teaching hospital. All nursing students in the unit get close supervision from teachers and staff. Students will introduce themselves to you so that you know who they are.

Registered Nurses
Our staff nurses have special knowledge and experience in caring for patients with heart problems.

Health Professions

Occupational Therapists
Occupational therapists help you to be more independent in everyday activities, such as eating, dressing and bathing.

Pharmacists
Pharmacists give you information about the medicine you are taking. They also help to make sure you have the best medicine for you.

Physiotherapists
Physiotherapists work with you to improve your strength, balance and coordination.

Registered Dietitians
Registered dietitians help you learn about healthy eating and what to eat for a special heart diet.

Social Workers
Social workers help you and your family plan for going home. They can help you find services in the community. They also offer counseling to help you to cope.

Spiritual Care Professionals
Spiritual care providers support patients and families of all faiths.

Support

Patient Care Assistants (PCA)

Patient care assistants help you with your personal care needs, such as bathing and feeding. They are staff members trained by the hospital.

Ward Clerk
Ward clerks provide administrative support and are typically the first person who patients meet when arriving in the unit.

Learn more about health care professional trainees at UHN.

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