Rheumatology focuses on diagnosing and treating musculoskeletal
diseases and autoimmune conditions.
This is an OHIP funded clinic. To be seen in this clinic, your Physician or Nurse Practitioner must send a referral letter to Dr Leaf.
Not all referrals are guaranteed to be accepted.
FAQs
What can be treated?
Dr. Leaf is able to manage autoimmune-related conditions or inflammatory conditions. Dr. Leaf can also manage certain conditions (Osteoarthritis, bursitis, tendonitis – as diagnosed by your health care provider) with a corticosteroid injection; Viscosupplementation injection; or PRP injection.
I live in the US, can I be treated by Dr. Leaf?
No, I cannot treat people that live in the US.
What happens if I need to cancel or reschedule my appt?
If you are unable to make your appointment you must give at least 24 hours notice.
If you do not cancel or reschedule 24hrs prior to your appt: New patients will be charged $125, and existing patients will be charged $100. The fee must be paid before we schedule another appointment.
What if I don’t have access to email?
Please let our staff know and we can make other arrangements to support communications. You can find our telephone contact info at the bottom of this page.
What cannot be treated?
Dr. Leaf is not able to manage chronic pain or non-inflammatory arthritic conditions.
Are all treatments covered by OHIP?
Not all treatments are covered under OHIP, but some might be partially or fully funded by private insurers. Check with your insurance provider to understand what is covered beyond OHIP for you.
I’ve booked an appt, what next?
3 days prior to your appt, pay attention to your email inbox (or junk mail). We will email you:
An appt reminder with info on how to access the clinic.
If necessary, we will issue health questionnaires (depending on your health diagnosis). There could be up to 3 different questionnaires.
Medication review – if we have a list of your medications in our system, we will email this list for you to review, so you don’t have to bring your medications with you. You can update this list, within the email, if it is incorrect.
What happens the day of my appt?
Bring a valid health card.
Wear a loose shirt if necessary.
Gowns are drapes are provided.