Delta Hospital is thriving community hospital serving all areas of Delta including Ladner, Tsawwassen, North Delta and our industrial areas. We are proud that our patients and residents receive quality healthcare services with a personal touch from our outstanding medical team & staff.
Emergency Services
If you should experience a medical emergency - no matter what time of day or night - you should know that medical care is available to you, close to home. The Delta Hospital Emergency Department is open 24 hours a day 7 days a week for adults and children of all ages. One emergency physician and at least three registered nurses are on duty at all times. Also, a number of medical specialists are on-call to assist the emergency team when necessary.
Medical Inpatient Unit
We provide care to a broad spectrum of our community including patients requiring acute medical services, sub-acute re-hab, palliative and hospice care as well as the occasional overnight surgical patient. The majority of patients admitted to Delta Hospital are cared for by a dedicated team of hospitalists, doctors that focus on in-patient care.
Daycare Surgery
Daycare Surgery is precisely what its name implies - surgery performed without admitting the patient for an overnight stay. All daycare surgery patients come in to the hospital in the morning and after the surgery is over and the post operative observation in uneventful, the patient can go home that same day. Many people like to spend as little time in the hospital as possible and prefer to be at home with family or friends. These procedures may be carried out under local, regional or general anesthetic. An ever increasing number of surgical procedures can be carried out on a day-stay basis including hernia operations, minor gynecology, joint surgery and cataracts.
Extended Care Unit - Mountain View Manor
The Extended Care Unit at Delta Hospital is home for 97 residents who have limited mobility and are primarily wheelchair dependent. The residents tend to be medically fragile and are in need of long term nursing and residential care services. The majority of the residents who are admitted into long term care are the frail elderly who expect to live in the facility to the conclusion of their lives. Therefore the care needs of the residents are complex and varied ranging from nursing care and programs that celebrate active daily living to the provision of quality palliative care that is inclusive of friends and families.
Occupational Therapy
Our occupational therapists works with clients to maximize their ability to perform their daily activities (i.e., self-care, leisure, work). Our occupational therapist provides assessment, consultation, education, recommendation/provision of adaptive equipment (i.e. seating systems, self-care aids, splints) and recommendations regarding home modifications.
Physical Therapy
Our physical therapists work with clients of all ages to restore mobility, relieve pain, and prevent disability. Some conditions treated include fractures, arthritis, hip and knee replacements, head injuries and strokes.
Radiology (X-Ray) and Ultrasound
Medical Imaging at Delta Hospital provides Ultrasound, Fluoroscopy, General Procedure X-ray, Diagnostic Mammography and Screening Mammography services. New Computer Radiography and Digital Radiography technology equipment is used to perform your examination.
Ultrasound, Fluoroscopy and Diagnostic Mammography procedures each require a physician referral and booking appointment time. Appointments can be made by calling our department booking line 604-940-3403 M-F 8:00am -4:00pm.
General Procedure X-ray exams require a physician referral and are taken on a drop in basis 9:00am -8:00pm daily.
A physician referral for a screening mammography exam is not required if you are a women between the age of 40-79. To book your Screening Mammography appointment call 604-660-3639.
Laboratory Medicine Services
This is where blood, urine and body fluids of all sorts are put to the test. Using computerization and state of the art analysis techniques we provide a full range of on-site testing in the areas of Hematology, Biochemistry, and Transfusion Medicine. A complex network of referral laboratories are used to provide even the most esoteric testing for our patients. We welcome outpatients for blood draws, ECG testing and specimen drop-off from 7:30 AM to 7:00 PM Monday to Friday as well as 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM Saturday, Sunday and Holidays.
Pulmonary (Lung) Function Testing
Lung volumes and flow rates are measured to provide important information about the maximum volume of air that the lungs can contain at one time and the condition of the small bronchial tubes. This testing provides information, which gives the physician indications if a breathing abnormality exists. Appointments are required.
Cardiac (Heart) Exercise Stress Testing
Heart activity is monitored while patients walk on a treadmill. This testing determines how well the heart muscle functions when put under stress. Appointments are required.
Portable Cardiac (Holter) Monitoring
This high-tech equipment monitors heart activity. Patients wear it as they go about their normal routine. Whenever a symptom is felt the patient makes notations in a special diary. After 24 hours, the patient returns to the hospital and the Holter Monitor is removed. Now the physician has a diary of the physical activity, the symptoms experienced and the heart's specific response at that time. Appointments are required.
Pacemaker Clinic
Pacemakers are important for those patients whose heart beats are irregular. Pacemakers are implanted to ensure your heart beats are regular, but like any electronic device, it needs to be checked and adjusted on a regular basis. Appointments are required.
Diabetes Education Program
This program provides assessment, self-management, monitoring, education and preventive care for individuals with diabetes. Blood glucose monitoring certification is also included.
Dietetics Counselling
Delta Hospital offers Outpatient Nutrition Counseling with a Registered Dietitian for all types of diets and for all ages. Referrals are accepted from all Health Care Professions.
Therapeutic Diets are done on a one-to one basis. Patients are welcome to bring a family member or friend.
The following list shows some of the typical referrals we receive:
· Allergies· Celiac Disease· Eating Disorders· Gastro-intestinal Problems· Gestational Diabetes · Failure to Thrive· High protein, high calorie· Lipid education· Weight reduction · Prenatal· Postnatal· Infant and child feeding· Sports nutrition
Normal Nutrition counseling is also available. A referral is required.
There is no charge for Therapeutic Diet or Normal Nutrition Counseling. Referral forms are available by mail or fax the Delta Hospital Nutrition Counseling Office. Phone: (604) 946-1121 loc. 3402 Fax: (604) 952-7301
Lifeline Program
Lifeline is an easy-to-use personal response service that lets you summon help any time of the day or night - even if you can't speak. All you have to do is press your Personal Help Button, worn on a wristband or pendant, and a trained Response Centre Associate will ensure you get help fast.
www.lifeline.ca
Delta Hospital Auxiliary has been sponsoring this valuable service to Delta residents for more than 15 years.
Mental Health Liaison
Should you come to the hospital for psychiatric reasons, you may receive a follow-up phone call or visit from the mental health liaison worker. She will help to link you with community resources and may provide supportive counseling until your follow-up appointment(s) are scheduled.
There are also a number of outpatient services available to residents of Delta including the Depression Group, the Changeways (Cognitive Behavioral) Group Program, and a Stress Management/Relaxation Program. The mental health liaison is available Monday through Friday and may be contacted through the switchboard 604-946-1121.
Asthma Education Program
A two hour session given to groups of 8-12 people, this program is designed to give individuals a background and an understanding of the role of environmental control and medication to treat symptoms early and effectively. Sessions include individual assessment, counseling, and development of self-management skills including the use of a learned action plan.
Delta Hospital
5800 Mountain View Blvd
Delta BC V4K 3V6
604-946-1121
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