Meaford General Hospital

I personally had a terrible experience in the ER during the walk in clinic hours. I would recommend that any female with health concerns save herself the trouble and visit another location if they are looking to receive judgment free and supportive care.

The "Doctor" i seen did not introduce himself as a doctor. He wasn't wearing a name tag that identified him as a doctor or staff member, only a stethoscope. The "Doctor" came into the room without introducing himself as a person or doctor, asking the problem. I explained the issue and went to a diagram on the wall which could easily help identify the problems I was having. The "doctor" snapped at me, and told me "NO" not to use the diagram and to physically point to the problem. (Yet i spent the last 30 mins looking at this diagram which displayed the area of concern) His attitude became pretty ignorant and we had to leave the office (Not before this "doctor" tried to block our way out by standing in-front of the door. Once he moved away from the door, we were leaving and I turned to see the "Doctor" throw a fit and toss his water bottle at the ground like a child throwing a temper tantrum. This guy needs sleep, help or both. Date: Jan 23rd 2018 Description of said "doctor" : Heavier set man, probably the only one with this large structure I've never seen him before, and hope to never see him again. People like that get paid a considerable amount of money to help patients, not make them feel like they have to walk out of the facility. I really don't like hospitals because of my experiences in dealing with poorly trained staff as well as members of staff who cannot conduct themselves in a professional manor and that of one worthy of being called DR, getting paid so well. This just reminded me of why I don't bother going to retirement hospitals. It's no wonder why this hospital is rated as 46th place by CBC News. PS. Thanks for honoring oath as a doctor to do no harm as you did (I seen your doctuments) I contacted the proper authorities and the collage for doctors and were looking to maybe have you removed from this area after you threw a fit and started chucking water bottles around the office, not being able to control tourself. Grow up, your not a child playing mister dress up. Your suppose to be useful and have purpose. Or is it just the pension your looking for? Either way, this one doctor is the exact reason why I advice nobody goes to this run down retirement community make shift hospital. At least Both towns in either direction have more viable and current technology that could potentially save a life. Meaford Hospital is exactly what you expect. and less. Go to Collingwood first, if that doesn't appeal to you Owen Sound. If i was bleeding out and heading to the Meaford Hospital, i'd just make my peace. Each time I pass this palce / go for a walk around inside it's embarassing now under-staffed / over-worked everyone is. It's no wonder why they haven't torn eachother part.. lol If you get this guy, he's stocky, he walks with his neck abnormally bent slightly up, he has a superority complex and I strongly advice getting out of the room with that guy, and requesting he never sees you again. He's going to be that guy who's going to slip up while pretending to be a doctor, throw a fit in a middle of a sugery and not know what to do. Part of being a doctor, is being be act quicly and effectly. Working smart, not hard to utilize each moment you can to make things better.

We are so lucky to have this facility in our community. In the three times I've been there in the last several years, I've been treated with respect and staff are attentive. Coming from the GTA, I'm aways amazed at the lack of wait time... I was accustomed to 8 - 12 hr emerg wait times. This hospital is a gem to be protected.

I have been coming to this area for over 28 years and have had to use Meaford Hospital on a number of occasions during that time. The last time was a life threatening occurence and I lived to tell the tale thanks to the staff at Meaford Hospital. I have always received quick and attentive care at this facilities. The nursing staff is friendly, attentive and the doctors are for the most part competent at what they do (after all, they are only as human as we are). Dr. Elligsen is very good and we ended up chosing him as our practitioner when we moved here permanently. It certainly beats Cambridge facility by a long shot. Given the funding challenges our healthcare system is faced with, I am always amazed at the unreasonably high expectations some patients have. We collectively need to realize that the healthcare system has limits and they are being tested as we age not so healthily. This is an outstanding facility and we need to work hard at keeping it in our community. A big "thank you" to the staff who performs miracles every day with limited means. You have our support.

No wait time (such a surprise), and a wonderful staff, who took the time to listen to my issues. I received better treatment than I have ever received at the Toronto hospital near to where I live. Special thanks and appreciation to Dr. Edwards , who treated me on my first visit, and to Jennifer, the night nurse who was on duty when I made a return trip two days later. Both showed incredible empathy and concern. Thank you.

I have had nothing but the best experience at this hospital. The staff, at all levels, are friendly, caring and professional. The wait time is short and they are extremely organized. Highly recommend it.

All I can say is, they saved my life. I received excellent care and respect. A big thank you to the Dr's and nurses. It's a wonderfull little hospital.

My wife Wendy Searle was rushed to this hospital for a aortic aneurysm with the Doctor and nurses staff you saved her life God Bless this hospital immensely.