The Multiple Sclerosis Clinic diagnoses, treats, and manages (or co-manages with a primary doctor) individuals living with multiple sclerosis.
The MS Clinic is located at the Hamilton General Hospital on the 1st floor in the East Wing. Follow signs for the Neuroscience Ambulatory Centre. If you need help finding the clinic, hospital volunteers or staff at the information desk will be happy to assist you.
Care We Provide
- Diagnosis and treatment of multiple sclerosis
- Provide support to individuals with multiple sclerosis
- Provide access to research opportunities
Patient Information
Patients are seen in an outpatient clinic setting, so no overnight stay is required. Appointments can take up to 90 minutes.
Please bring a current list of your medications to every visit.
You are welcome to bring a family member or support person to your appointment.
Team Members
Some team members you may see during your visit include:
- Neurologists who have a special focus in Multiple Sclerosis
- Physiatrists (Physical Medicine and Rehab) doctors who are experts in helping those with disabilities
- Doctors in training (Residents and Clinical Fellows)
- Nurses: The nurse will give you information about MS and treatments that you may receive. They will help to assess you during your visit. They will also assist you with navigating health resources.
- Social Worker: The social worker in the MS Clinic can aid with coping, navigating the health system, and finding community supports.
- Clerks/Secretaries: The clerks help manage and run the clinics. You will speak to a clerk when you call the clinic. They may ask for more information, or may call you with an appointment or instructions about tests.
Eligibility & Referrals
The MS clinic primarily serves patients from the Hamilton, Niagara, Haldimand, Brant, and Waterloo Wellington regions. Individuals from other areas with limited or no available MS services may also be accepted. A referral from a physician is required to access care at the clinic.
Please click here for our referral form.
