North York General Hospital - Branson Division

North York, ON · ⚠️ This site does not operate an emergency department. For 24/7 emergency care, go to NYGH General Site at 4001 Leslie St (Charlotte & Lewis Steinberg Emergency), open 24 hours, 7 days a week.

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This emergency department is open around the clock.

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Nearby Alternatives

Other hospitals and urgent care options are available throughout the North York and Toronto area for residents seeking acute or emergency services closer to home.

Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Toronto · 8 km away

8h 9m

University Health Network - Toronto Western Hospital

Toronto · 14 km away

1h 50m

University Health Network - Toronto General Hospital

Toronto · 13 km away

3h 19m

About North York General Hospital - Branson Division

The North York General Hospital Branson Division, located at 555 Finch Ave W in North York, Ontario, houses the Reactivation Care Centre (RCC), a 120-bed facility providing restorative and rehabilitative care for seniors transitioning between hospital stays and home or long-term care. This site also hosts the Judy Dan Centre for Hyperbaric Medicine & Advanced Wound Care, offering specialized wound care services to the North York community. Patients requiring emergency or acute care should proceed directly to the NYGH main campus at 4001 Leslie Street, where the Charlotte & Lewis Steinberg Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Services & Specialties

Reactivation Care Centre (RCC) — restorative and rehabilitative care for seniors Judy Dan Centre for Hyperbaric Medicine & Advanced Wound Care Interprofessional care teams: nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, social work Nurse practitioner services Physician services for transitional care patients

Amenities

Parking & Transit

Pay-and-Display parking meters are available on site at 555 Finch Ave W, with ample parking reported. Accessible permit holders are generally required to pay for parking unless otherwise posted. Check on-site signage on arrival for current rates. The site is near the intersection of Finch Avenue West and Bathurst Street.

By TTC, take the Yonge-University line to Finch Station and board the Finch Avenue West bus (Route 36); there is a bus stop directly in front of the building. The site is also conveniently accessible from Highway 401. For trip planning, visit ttc.ca or call TTC at 416-393-4636.

Best Times to Visit

🟢 Quieter times

For scheduled services at this site (RCC or wound care), arrive on time for your appointment. For general guidance: mornings on weekdays tend to be less congested for outpatient-style visits. Call 416-756-6000 in advance to confirm appointment availability.

🔴 Busier times

If you are seeking emergency or urgent care at this address, please note it is not available here — avoid travelling to 555 Finch Ave W for emergencies at any time. Proceed to NYGH General at 4001 Leslie St instead.

Tips Before You Go

What to Bring

Frequently Asked Questions

Does 555 Finch Ave W have an emergency department?
No. The Branson Division at 555 Finch Ave W does not operate an emergency department. All 24/7 emergency care is provided at the NYGH main campus at 4001 Leslie Street, where the Charlotte & Lewis Steinberg Emergency operates around the clock.
What is the Reactivation Care Centre at this location?
The Reactivation Care Centre (RCC) is a 120-bed facility at 555 Finch Ave W that provides restorative and rehabilitative care for seniors who no longer need acute hospital services but require additional support before safely returning home or moving to long-term care. An interprofessional team including nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and social workers supports each patient.
What is the Judy Dan Centre for Hyperbaric Medicine & Advanced Wound Care?
The Judy Dan Centre is a specialized clinic located within the Branson Division building (Entrance #2) that provides hyperbaric oxygen therapy and advanced wound care services. It is a referral-based service, so contact your physician or call 416-756-6000 for information on accessing care.
How do I get to 555 Finch Ave W by public transit?
Take the TTC Yonge-University subway line to Finch Station, then board the Finch Avenue West bus (Route 36) heading westbound. There is a bus stop directly in front of the building at 555 Finch Ave W. For trip planning, visit ttc.ca or call 416-393-4636.
Is North York General Hospital affiliated with a university?
Yes. North York General Hospital is a community academic teaching hospital affiliated with the University of Toronto Faculty of Medicine. It is one of three hospitals forming the Peters-Boyd Academy and has been recognized as one of the top hospitals in Canada and globally.
Where should I go for emergency care near this location?
For emergency care, go to the NYGH General Site at 4001 Leslie Street, North York, where the Charlotte & Lewis Steinberg Emergency Department operates 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. In a life-threatening emergency, always call 911 first.

About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage — patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Wait times are estimates based on Ontario health data using historical volumes, current patient counts, and staffing. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.

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