Timeline of Events for Hamilton Ontario ... had my orientation Oct 20/14
I had my orientation in Hamilton on October 20, 2014 and was wondering if anyone out there had a similar date and could give me a rough idea of how long I should be waiting for the next step.
I'm patient and not in a rush, however, I have heard of people slipping through the cracks and I do not want that to happen.
Kathy
I wouldn't want you to slip through the cracks, so maybe you should give a call to the hospital that your referral was sent to!!! They will definitely be able to give you some information.
1st Referal @ HRRH: Sept. 17, 2014; Orientation @ HRRH: Nov. 24, 2014; 2nd Referral @ TWH: Nov. 27, 2014; Orientation @ TWH: Jan. 7, 2015; SW: Jan. 22, 2015; Nutrition Class: Feb. 2, 2015; Sleep Test: Feb. 13, 2015; Psych: Feb. 18, 2015; Dietitian: Feb. 20, 2015; Nurse: Feb. 23, 2015; MTS: Dr. Todd Penner June 19, 2015; Surgery: Sleeve, July 20, Dr. Penner.
Hi Kathy!
I had my Orientation in Hamilton in March of 2014 - I didn't get an appointment for the first appointment ( dietician) till December 19, 2014 - and even then they said that people who had their orientation in March were only just getting their letter for first appointments - I know the frustration you feel with the waiting - I was initially referred (incorrectly I might add) back in February of 2013 - so two years and it is just now happening for me - an boy am I ready now!! - I also would tell you to call - is it St Joesephs that you are going thru? I would call them and find out - even though it is difficult to get through to who you need to speak with.... good luck!!!
I am going through St. Joe's as well. My orientation was Apr. 14, 2014. I didn't hear from anyone for a long time so I called. Just like another person *****sponded wrote, they were behind at least 6 months because of the move, so anyone who had their orientation Mar 2014 and on were delayed.
I got my letter Jan 16th and my first appt. was Feb 4, 2015. That day was seriously crazy and confusing. I posted about it here on this site. I'm hoping all my future appointments will be smoother.
After that appt. I need to see the internist and psychologist, get an abdominal ultrasound, an ECG and a scope.
So far I have only been contacted about my abdominal ultrasound. I had it Feb. 25th. It was easy, no problems.
I have not been called about any other appts. so I'm going to call the clinic because I have a feeling I got lost in the shuffle. It was really hectic when I went and there was only one receptionist because one was sick. She was ripping her hair out. LOL