OTN Coordinated Access
What is OTN?
OTN ( Ontario Telemedicine Network) connects patients and clinicians through secure virtual care. All virtual care appointments are supported by a Registered Nurse and specialized equipment. The goal is to make health care accessible, convenient, and effective—anywhere in Ontario.
What is coordinated Access/ How does it work?
Coordinated Access is a streamlined process developed by OTN coordinators and KLH-OHT staff to simplify virtual care appointments. Specialists have a single point of contact, and the coordinator works directly with patients to identify the most suitable location for their OTN appointment. This patient-centered approach ensures individuals receive the right care, at the right time, in the right place.

Coordinated Access Process Map
If you have any questions about the Coordinated Access Process Map or would like marketing materials, reach out to info@klhpcn.ca
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Why Offer
E-Visits?
- Expand Access and Reach: Provide care to patients who face barriers like travel, work schedules, or childcare by connecting patients to specialists across Ontario without geographic limitations.
- Enhance Patient Satisfaction: Offer a convenient, time-saving alternative to in-office visits.
- Maintain Quality of Care: Deliver the same standard of care as an in-person appointment.
- Improve Efficiency: Minimize duplicate referrals caused by missed appointments.
- Support Continuity of Care: Ideal for follow-ups, chronic disease management, and medication reviews.
- Secure and Compliant: All interactions occur over a secure network, with documentation integrated into the patient’s medical record.
- No Cost to Patients: Removes financial barriers, encouraging engagement.
- Adapt to Patient Expectations: More patients are seeking virtual care options—stay aligned with evolving care models.

OTN Sites:

Haliburton Highlands Health Services- Minden Site
Ross Memorial Hospital
Community Care City of Kawartha Lakes
Kawartha North Family Health Team
Total
28.5 hours over a minimum of 6 weeks
Reources
Please reach out to info@klhpcn.ca for more information or print materials.

