Throughout the last several months, Health Human Resource challenges have affected hospitals province-wide. GBHS has felt these pressures across many of their hospitals and services. The lab at our Owen Sound Hospital is one department that has seen a substantial impact, all while balancing an increased demand for laboratory services.
In response, to ensure they can meet the needs of patients, as of January 1, 2023, GBHS will
be eliminating outpatient lab services at the Owen Sound Hospital. An exception will be made
for oncology patients.
This adjustment of services will reduce pressures on the Owen Sound lab team and enable
focus on bloodwork for GBHS inpatients, ER patients, and oncology patients. LifeLabs continues to be the local option for those requiring bloodwork.
