Speech language pathologists are members of the health care team and provide adult in-patients with communication and swallowing assessment and treatment services.

The speech language pathologists in the York Region Preschool Speech and Language Program assess speech and language function in children and provide treatment and prevention of speech language dysfunctions or disorders in order to develop, maintain or augment oral motor or communicative skills. Intensive individual group therapy and parent education classes are provided.

Outpatient programs can be accessed through a central registry. Parents, physicians and health care professionals can call 1-800-703-KIDS (5437) or (905) 830-9487 if residents of Newmarket or Georgina. Referrals can be faxed to (905) 762-2099. Thoracic Surgery School

In preparation for thoracic surgery (surgery to treat diseases of the chest and lungs), patients are referred to Thoracic Surgery School by their surgeon. A qualified team of nursing, physiotherapy and pharmacy representatives conducts this outpatient service. It includes an overview of the anatomy and function of the lungs, location of incisions, breathing and coughing exercises, pain control management, and the importance of early mobility. Following surgery, patients reconnect with their Thoracic Surgery School physiotherapist in order to receive post-operative rehabilitation.