The 20 station Dialysis Clinic will initially provide hemodialysis treatments for up to 80 patients. The Oncology Clinic will have space for six outpatient treatment stations, a clinic area, pharmacy preparation area and support services. The hospital project is part of Manitoba Health s capital plan for 2000-2001. Completion of the project is anticipated by January, 2002. Staff are responsible for total patient care.
Nurses work closely with both patient and family, providing assistance and support.
Seven Oaks Hospital staff respond to the needs of patients of all ages with conditions ranging from non-acute to critical. The staffing is a mix of nursing assistants, registered nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, unit clerks, patient services assistants, recreation workers, social workers and pharmacists, with consultations to other disciplines as required. The medical staff consists of a combination of psychiatrists and family physicians. Psychogeriatrics recognizes and responds to the unique needs of elderly persons with psychiatric, cognitive and behavioural problems. This leading edge program has experienced considerable successes.