Shoulder Musculoskeletal Care Services
Patients and Clients
To support equitable access to a high quality continuum for musculoskeletal care, Ontario Health in partnership with Central Region Hospitals operates the Rapid Access Clinic (RAC) for patients with moderate to severe Osteoarthritis.
Find a Rapid Access Clinic Near You
The Rapid Access Clinic provides patients with an assessment by an Advanced Practice Provider within 4 weeks of when the completed referral is received by the Central Intake Program. An Advanced Practice Provider is a Regulated Healthcare Professional such as a Physiotherapist, Registered Nurse, Nurse Practitioner or Chiropractor with additional training in orthopedic care.
The Advanced Practice Provider conducts a standardized assessment and based on results, patients will be referred for surgical consult or provided with non-surgical recommendations. Along the care continuum, Primary Care Providers will receive updates on their patient’s journey.
