General Medicine

General Medicine

At Dhamma Superspeciality Hospital, our General Medicine Department is dedicated to providing comprehensive medical care for the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of a wide range of health conditions. Our team of experienced physicians is committed to helping patients achieve and maintain optimal health through personalized care, early diagnosis, and effective treatment strategies.

Comprehensive General Medicine Services

Our General Medicine Department addresses a wide array of health concerns, focusing on both acute and chronic conditions, including:

• Infectious Diseases: Expert diagnosis and treatment of bacterial, viral, fungal, and parasitic infections, including respiratory, gastrointestinal, and urinary infections.
• Chronic Disease Management: Long-term management of chronic conditions such as diabetes, hypertension, thyroid disorders, and asthma, with customized treatment plans for improved quality of life.
• Cardiovascular Health: Prevention, diagnosis, and management of heart-related conditions such as high blood pressure, high cholesterol, and coronary artery disease.
• Respiratory Conditions: Comprehensive care for respiratory disorders, including asthma, COPD, bronchitis, and pneumonia, with individualized treatment plans.
• Digestive Health: Treatment for gastrointestinal conditions such as acid reflux, irritable bowel syndrome, and ulcers, with a focus on lifestyle modification and dietary guidance.
• Endocrinology and Metabolism: Specialized management for endocrine disorders, including diabetes, metabolic syndrome, and thyroid dysfunction.
• Allergy and Immunology: Assessment and treatment of allergies and immune system disorders, with personalized plans for allergy management and prevention.

Patients supported by dedicated team of experts

Our interdisciplinary team of highly skilled and compassionate health-care professionals includes physicians, surgeons, radiologists, pathologists, oncologists, nurses, medical imaging professionals, case managers, and volunteers.

We partner with the two regional cancer centres: the Odette Cancer Centre at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, and Princess Margaret Hospital at the University Health Network, to facilitate radiation treatments for our patients. A partnership between North York General and Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre offers patients easy and timely access to quality colorectal cancer care.

Information for new patient

This following series of videos are designed for patients who are receiving treatment at the Anne Tanenbaum Chemotherapy Clinic. The first video “A Day in Chemo Clinic”, is helpful to watch prior to starting treatment and want to know what to expect before your appointment.

Most patients will receive conventional chemotherapy and may find the videos that explain what chemotherapy is and how it is given, helpful. For a general introduction, start with “Chemo 101”. This video covers important day-to-day considerations such as “Can I take supplements while on chemo?”, “Can I drink alcohol while on chemo?” and “Do I have to avoid crowds while on chemo?” Additional videos include common side effects of chemotherapy, important prevention and management tips.