Has your scheduled surgery been delayed? Humber River Hospital boasts some of the shortest wait times for elective surgeries in the Greater Toronto Area. Learn more about our Orthopaedic Surgery Unit and inquire today about having your surgery sooner at Humber.
A commitment to care and improving patient outcomes
At Humber, our Orthopaedic surgery team is dedicated to delivering outstanding care and results to our patients who are in need of both scheduled and non-elective surgical procedures. Our expert surgical team, led by Dr. Stephen Halman, is renowned for its commitment to excellence and improving patient outcomes.
Shorter Wait Times
Wait times at Humber are up to 40% shorter compared to Ontario averages for Priority 4 hip and knee surgeries.
Humber Knee Surgery
31 days
Ontario Avergage 73 days
Humber Hip Surgery
42 days
Ontario Avergage 77 days
Source: Health Quality Ontario, February 2021. View source.
Choosing to have your scheduled surgery at Humber means shorter wait times, better care, faster recovery and a quicker return to the activities and lifestyle you love.
At Humber River Hospital, our team of health professionals are here for you across all aspects of your care. We are a part of your journey and are here to provide you and your family with the highest level of support and assistance.
Humber River is North America's most technology-advanced regional hospital. Our digital Command Centre integrates directly with all aspects of our hospital, enhancing care and providing real-time monitoring and support to our staff so they can deliver tailored care experiences directly to our patients.
A safe environment for patients requiring non-elective procedures
Our orthopaedic surgery team continues to practice and support patients during the pandemic. We take the health and safety of our patients seriously and maintain rigorous protocols across our hospital to fight the spread of COVID-19.
Combining technology, research and experience to deliver specialized care
Our orthopaedic surgery program provides patient-centred and innovative care. The interdisciplinary team is committed to meeting the unique needs of our diverse community within a model of high-quality and safe care. We perform elective, non-elective, and trauma surgery involving the musculoskeletal system: the bones in the body including hips, knees, ankles, and shoulders.
Humber River Hospital is quickly becoming known as a centre of "firsts". Our hospital was the first to introduce Same Day and Direct Anterior Hip Replacement surgeries in the Greater Toronto Area. We are also proud to be the first hospital in the GTA to adopt the use of Robotic Surgical Assistance in total knee replacement surgeries.
Our dedication to innovation is just one of many reasons why you should consider Humber for your elective surgical procedure.
A top-rated surgical team that is here for you every step of the way
Our orthopaedic surgery team has 13 full-time surgeons on staff with a variety of experience and specializations. Access to the latest technologies and a continued focus on research empowers our team to lead the GTA in specialized care.
Request more information now to see if you can have your scheduled surgery sooner at Humber River Hospital. Our team is more than happy to discover your specific needs and work with you to schedule your orthopaedic procedure.
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