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th ei fp .c a Th e IF P -H al to n H ill s | T hu rs da y, N ov em be r 30 ,2 01 7 | 14 Halton Healthcare now offers a Breast Diagnostic Assessment Program (DAP) at Georgetown Hospital. This innovative program, supported by local surgeons Dr. Lesley Barron and and Dr. John Iskander, is designed to fast-track the diagnosis of patients with abnormal breast screening imaging and/or those suspected of having breast cancer. Beginning with a screening mammogram, a diagnostic mammogram and/or an ultra-sound, some patients may need further follow-up testing, which may ultimately lead to a biopsy. At this point, they are referred directly to the Breast DAP at their community hospital for the coordination of their diagnostic assessment to a definitive diagnosis and the complete management of their care. Patients are also assigned a patient navigator to support their educational, emotional, physical and practical needs and help minimize their anxiety through the entire process. With a specialized medical team of breast radiologists, breast surgeons and other healthcare professionals, DAP provides a rapid, coordinated approach to the diagnostic workup of breast diseases resulting in decreased patient wait times and better patient outcomes. The advantage of having your breast screening at the hospital is that, if required, patients will be referred to the DAP without any delay. Halton Healthcare opened the first Breast DAP at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital in partnership with the Mississauga Halton Central West Regional Cancer Program in 2016. Based on its success, it has been expanded to both Milton District Hospital and Georgetown Hospital. "Our goal is to diagnose the cancer at the earliest possible stage so we can intervene with treatment as soon as possible. This program has the potential to save lives. It has already had a positive impact on the lives of so many patients and their families in our communities," explains Dr. Jillian Feberwee, Lead Radiologist for Women's Imaging at Halton Healthcare. "We are delighted to be able to offer this service." For more information contact the Halton Healthcare Breast DAP at 905-878-2383 ext. or 5208. haltonhealthcare.comYour Hospital GEORGETOWN HOSPITAL The Flu Ends with UBreast Diagnostic Assessment Program (DAP) Physiotherapy * Chiropractic * Massage Therapy * Acupuncture Work-Fit Total Therapy Centre at Georgetown Hospital has a wide variety rehabilitation programs for patients with arthritis, sports or workplace injuries, and automobile accidents. 905-873-4598 (Georgetown) 905-876-7022 (Milton) 906-845-2571 (Oakville) www.WorkfitPhysiotherapy.ca Tickets : $5 each Buy your tickets each Wednesday & Thursday at your local Hospital. Draws will occur the following Tuesday. Visit haltoncatchtheace.ca for lottery details NOVEMBER 2017 It is flu season. Cleaning your hands often during the day and getting the flu shot will help protect you and your family from getting sick this holiday season. Wondering where to get your flu shot this year? The Halton Region Health Department is offering flu clinics for families that have children under five years of age. Visit the Halton Region website -www.halton.ca- to book your appointment or to find out where to get your free flu immunization in the community. During the flu season, please be aware of the risk to patients in the hospital and do not visit if you are ill or feeling unwell. When you do visit, please remember to wash your hands thoroughly at the hospital. Washing your hands is one of the best ways to avoid getting the flu! Connect Care is a 24/7 emergency response service that allows clients to live safely and independently in their own home for as long as possible. It is ideal for older clients and those living with chronic diseases such as arthritis or heart disease, and those at risk of falling. For more information: 1-800-665-7853 www.ConnectcareMedicalAlert.ca Halton Healthcare offers aqua therapy classes in the therapeutic, 90 degree salt-water pool at Oakville Trafalgar Memorial Hospital. Designed to increase range of motion, flexibility, strength and endurance these classes meet the needs of a patients with Arthritis/Fibromyalgia or chronic pain, and those who have had hip or knee surgery. For more information: 905-845-9540 www.WorkfitPhysiotherapy.ca Win BIG Every Week!Work-Fit Total Therapy Centre Connect Care Help at the touch of a button Aqua Therapy Classes