The Trillium Health Partners - Acute Hand Program is a center of excellence that supports patients in our community with hand injuries. Our department is at the Queensway Health Centre, but we also see patients at the Credit Valley Hospital and the Queensway Health Centre Surgical Clinics.
Hand injuries can affect many parts of your daily life. By giving you the right care at the right time, we work to minimize complications and help you get back strength, movement, and flexibility in your hand.
Our team is dedicated to helping you through the early stages of recovery and supporting you as you return to the activities that matter most.
Our team includes:
Plastic Surgeons:
- Dr. Michael Weinberg, Head of Plastics Division
- Dr. Brian Hong
- Dr. Sharon Kim
- Dr. Adrian McArdle
- Dr. Conor Turley
- Dr. Monica Yu
Physiotherapists and Occupational Therapists
They assess your hand and create a treatment plan that is designed just for you.
Occupational/Physiotherapy Assistant
They help carry out your treatment plan and support you during your exercises and activities.
Front Desk Staff
They schedule your appointments and assist with any other administrative needs.
Location, Hours of Operation, Contact information
Queensway Health Centre
150 Sherway Drive
Toronto, ON
M9C 1A5
Phone:
(416) 521-4098
Fax:
(416) 521-4062
We are open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Patients are seen by appointment only.
Please call us if you will be over 15 minutes late as we may not be able to see you. Also, please give at least 24 hours notice to cancel or change an appointment.
We understand that unexpected things can happen, however, if you miss several visits without notice, we may need to review your place in the program.
We recommend that you arrive
30 minutes before your appointment to give yourself enough time for parking and registration.
Admission Criteria:
Our Acute Hand Program provides care for people who have injured their hands or had surgery
within the past three months.
Common Conditions We Treat Include:
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Hand and wrist fractures (after surgery or without surgery)
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Dupuytren’s Disease (after surgery)
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Soft tissue injuries, such as:
- Contractures
- Volar plate injuries
- Gamekeeper’s/Skier’s thumb
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Amputations
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Nerve and crush injuries
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Arthritis after surgery (osteoporosis or rheumatoid arthritis)
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Congenital deformities after surgery
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Burns
Conditions we do not treat include:
- Osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis without surgery
- Carpal tunnel or de Quervain’s without surgery
- Neurological conditions such as stroke, brachial plexus injury, or multiple sclerosis
- Tendonitis like tennis elbow or golfer’s elbow.
Services We Offer Include:
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Hand and wrist assessments to check how your hand is working and to choose the best treatment
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Splinting to support and protect your hand while it heals
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Scar care to reduce scar tissue and help your hand move better
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Range of motion exercises to improve flexibility and movement
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Strengthening exercises to help you build strength and function
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Assistive devices and activity changes to help you do daily tasks safely and with less pain
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Swelling (edema) management to reduce swelling and improve blood flow
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Wound care to help your hand heal and prevent infection
Referral Process:
We accept referrals from
Plastics and Orthopaedic Surgeons at Trillium Health Partners.
If you are a surgeon from outside Trillium Health Partners, please note that we only accept referrals for patients who
live in our service area.
Please note:
- We do
not accept referrals from community doctors or nurse practitioners.
- We do
not accept referrals for patients who are currently admitted to the hospital.
What to Bring to Your Appointment
To help us give you the best care, please bring:
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Any medical records about your injury or surgery (such as surgery notes)
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Insurance or WSIB information (if needed)
- If you need forms filled out for work, please tell your therapist ahead of time so we can plan time to complete them
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Any hand or wrist splints you are using
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Comfortable clothing that makes it easy to reach the injured area
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A family member or friend if you want extra help or support during your visit
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Patient education handouts, if you were given any
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Medication list
What to Expect on Your First Visit
Central Registration:
For your first visit, start at Central Registration in the main Atrium, across from the A elevators. After you register, go to the 5th floor for your appointment. For future visits, you can go straight to the 5th floor.
Assessment:
A hand therapist will check your hand or wrist to see how it’s healing. This may include a physical exam, range of motion tests, and looking at recent X-rays. Your first session may take 30–60 minutes.
Personalized Plan:
We will talk about your treatment options and make a plan to help you recover. This may include exercises, splints, or other therapies. Your progress really depends on your active participation in your home exercise program.
Your Goals:
We will discuss your goals and answer your questions. Your comfort and understanding are important to us.
Next Steps:
We will schedule follow-up visits and explain any home exercises or changes to help your recovery. Follow-up sessions usually take 30–45 minutes.
Who Pays for My Therapy?
Therapy is covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP).
Splints and other equipment are not covered by OHIP. You will pay for these items at the end of your visit.
If you were hurt at work, the Workplace Safety & Insurance Board (WSIB) may pay for your therapy and any equipment your therapist recommends.
We look forward to supporting you on your journey to recovery!
