The Emergency Departments are experiencing high volumes of patients who need care. Please be prepared to wait. The most serious cases are treated first.
Not all health concerns need emergency care. You can also book a virtual visit or go to an urgent care clinic for these concerns. For life-threatening symptoms, call 911 or go to the nearest hospital.
Thank you for your patience.
The chief of staff office at Waterloo Regional Health Network (WRHN) provides leadership and support to physicians and health professionals.
We ensure high standards of medical care and collaboration across clinical areas.
The chief of staff office works with doctors, dentists, midwives, medical professionals and medical schools. It helps hire professional staff by:
The office also supports learning and education for medical staff.
Dr. Anirudh Goel is the chief of staff at WRHN and is a member of the Senior Leadership Team. The chief of staff reports to the Board of Directors.
Dr. Anirudh Goel
835 King St. W., Kitchener, Ont. N2G 1G3
Phone: 519-749-4300, ext. 3892
Fax: 519-749-4293
The medical staff association represents physicians on various hospital committees. Meetings are an opportunity for medical staff to ask questions and share concerns with the administration and chief of staff. The association’s executives are:
All professional staff recruitment is based on an annual board-approved medical resource plan. Current physician vacancies are posted on the Health Force Ontario Jobs website.
To inquire about physician vacancies at WRHN, please contact:
Lindsay Caroppo, medical affairs coordinator
Phone: 519-749-4300, ext. 2507
Email: [email protected]
We encourage you to learn more about opportunities for physicians and medical learners, including:
In July 2015, WRHN launched an innovative academic internal medicine program. It hosts clinical teaching units (CTUs) in close partnership with McMaster University. It is an excellent learning opportunity for resident trainees. We welcome residents from CCFP and FRCP/FRCS programs across Canada.
To learn more, please email the medical education coordinator.
Visit the Refer a Patient page for referral forms for all WRHN programs and services.
We also offer referral support through SCOPE. Nurse navigators help providers find the right care for their patients.
The following resources can help you find a family doctor or nurse practitioner:
Currently, WRHN does not have a list of family doctors or nurse practitioners who are accepting new patients.
