Three Hip and Knee Orthopedic Assessment Clinics (OAC’s) have been established in the Waterloo-Wellington Region. In these clinics, a specially trained physiotherapist assesses each person to determine the urgency of referral and if it is a surgical or non-surgical case. An appointment at an OAC may then be followed by an appointment with an orthopedic surgeon or a recommendation for conservative care. Wellington Ortho & Rehab is a host to the Guelph location.
A referral through your primary care provider is required to obtain an appointment at an OAC.
Fees for a visit to the OAC are covered under the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP).
You will begin your visit by completing a medical questionnaire. After the questionnaire, a specially trained physiotherapist will review your health information and complete an examination. Based on their evaluation you may be referred for a surgical consideration or recommended for other conservative options. Expect approximately 30-60 minutes for your visit.
Please wear comfortable footwear, bring a list of all medications, a walker or a cane (if you use one) and bring shorts or wear loose fitting clothing.
Whether you are in need of physiotherapy, sports medicine, orthopaedic products, an evidence based chiropractor or other health services in the Guelph area, Wellington Ortho & Rehab Associates is here to help you.
Our goal is to treat you with the highest standard of care available.