Aaron Gautreau

West Haldimand General Hospital (WHGH)

West Haldimand General Hospital is a community of approximately of 330 staff, physicians, and volunteers that provides exceptional care to more than 25,000 residents in Haldimand County and surrounding areas. We offer expertise in several areas including 24/7 Emergency Department care, Day Surgery, Acute Care, Physiotherapy, Diagnostic Imaging and various specialty clinics. As a 23-bed hospital, we focus daily on improving the quality of care for the patient and family experience. In 2020/2021, WHGH received accreditation with exemplary standing by the Canadian Association of Radiologists for meeting Cancer Care Ontario standards that confirm its delivery of high-quality mammography services to patients. The accreditation is for a maximum of three years. West Haldimand's Lab and Pharmacy also received accreditation with exemplary standing - the highest accreditation award available. This clearly illustrates WHGH's dedication to providing the highest quality of care to the community. As one of the largest employers in the Haldimand County region, we play a critical role in training the next generation of health professionals in collaboration with our academic partners. West Haldimand General Hospital opened in March of 1964 and was expanded with the addition of the third floor in 1967 and the Health Care Centre in 1984. The hospital is fully accredited by the Canadian Council of Health Service Facilities.