Ottawa Hospital (The) - Civic Campus - Sexual Assault and Partner Abuse Care Program

Organization:

Phone Numbers:

24 hours 613-798-5555 ext 13770

TTY:

613-761-4140 (8am-4pm)

Crisis:

For life threatening emergencies, dial 911

Fax:

613-761-4985

Email:

SA_DV@toh.on.ca

Website:

www.ottawahospital.on.ca

Address:

The Ottawa Hospital, Civic Campus Emergency Department
1053 Carling Ave
Ottawa, ON
K1Y 4E9

Intersection:

Parkdale Ave and Carling Ave

Accessibility:

Wheelchair Accessible

Hours:

Acute Service Mon-Sun 24 hours

Executives:

Cameron Love - President and Chief Executive Officer

Public Contacts:

Kari Sampsel, MD MSc FRCPC DipForSci - Medical Director

Service Description:

Services to people who have experienced sexual assault, sexual exploitation, dating violence or intimate partner violence within the past six months * program based on privacy, confidentiality and consent based in a hospital setting

The program offers : * medical examination * collection of forensic evidence * initial and serial documentation of injuries, photography and body mapping * crisis intervention * sexually transmitted infection (STI) testing * pregnancy testing * emergency contraceptives * HIV post exposure prophylaxis (PEP) * preventative vaccinations and prescriptions * short-term follow-up * community based or professional referrals for ongoing and/or collaborative care

Fees:

No fees

Application:

Drop in for emergency services * call for more information

Eligibility / Target Population:

Individuals 16 years and older, who have recently experienced sexual assault, sexual exploitation, dating violence or intimate partner violence

Languages:

English ; French ; American Sign Language (ASL) ; Interpretive Services ; Quebec Sign Language (LSQ)

Language Notes:

French reception and programs offered

Area Served:

Ottawa (City of)