MD Specialists
1 Westmount Square, Suite C200 H3Z2P9 Westmount, QC, Canada

This clinic will be closed as of the end of this week December 16, 2016 (last day of operations) due to the Health Minister's policy no longer allowing accessory fee charges. We thank our staff for making this their home, loving it as if it was their own and becoming family. We thank our patients for your trust, loyalty and wonderful wishes. We thank our physicians for choosing to work with MD Specialists and making it such a great team.

VERY IMPORTANT INFORMATION REGARDING THE FACTS BEHIND PRIVATE CLINICS, HAVING TO CLOSE DUE TO OUR HEALTH MINISTER, NO RESOURCES AT THE HOSPITAL.... LISTEN AND SHARE. PEOPLE SHOULD KNOW THE TRUTH

Need a colonoscopy? Our clinic has the following physicians available on the respective dates: April 20: Dr. Farber (AM), Dr. Galitsatos (PM) April 21: Dr. Katz (AM), Dr. Wyse (PM) Apr 22: Dr. Nawar (AM), Dr. Wyse (PM)... To make an appointment, contact us at (514) 904-0666

Need a gastroenterologist, colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy or Gastroscopy, call MD Specialists at (514) 994-0666 to make an appointment. All consultations are free if you have a RAMQ (Medicare) card and a referral.

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SPECIAL NEWS! We are excited to introduce our NEWEST MEMBER of the MD Specialist Physicians' Team. Welcome to Dr. Josiane Nawar MD FRCPC - gastroenterologist Dr. Nawar;... Studied at the University of Ottawa in Biopharmaceutical sciences. Attended Medical School at the University of Ottawa. Achieved her Internal Medicine & Gastroenterology degree at McGill University. She is available for consults/visits regarding IBD (inflammatory bowel disease), IBS (irritable bowel syndrome) GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disease), liver disease, pancreatic disorder, etc. She also performs endoscopies (colonoscopy, sigmoidoscopy and gastrscopy) at our clinic. To make an appointment: Call 514.904.0666 email [email protected]

TODAY'S NEWS! A special focus and introduction to our incredible medical secretaries. MEET......... LISA MILARDO - EXECUTIVE SECRETARY She's been a part of our family for approximately 13 years! Excellent demeanor, attitude, character and ensures our clinic is functioning at its best! ANA DINICUT - SUPERVISING SECRETARY She has also been a member of our family for close to 10 years! She is a master multi-tasker, schedules our physicians, schedules patients, works with the endoscopic team, manages our medical secretary staff and ensures we are meeting everyone's needs. KATERYNA TAFTAY - MEDICAL SECRETARY She joined our team in the summer of 2015. She not only brings many years of excellent experience with her, she's always smiling, glows with joy, takes a special interest in each patient and does her best to ensure all patients, physicians and staff are more than satisfied. STERNA VIDAL - MEDICAL SECRETARY She also joined our team in the summer of 2015. She's bright, meticulous and does her best to meet the needs of our patients, physicians and staff. ZOE BAFFIS - MEDICAL SECRETARY A part of our family for a little over three years and has excellent Business experience, she's intelligent and smiles brightly everyday. No matter how busy we are, Zoe takes care of each patient as if they were family. She understands the needs of our clinic while maintaining a personal touch we all need when dealing with a clinic. These wonderful, friendly and experienced staff members handle all questions, booking appointments, receiving and preparing your documents on the day of your appointment and so much more. WE ARE BLESSED TO BE STAFFED BY THE BEST WHO HAVE HAVE A WONDERFUL HISTORY WITH OUR CLINIC. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT CALL: 514.904.0666 EMAIL: [email protected]

MD SPECIALISTS How to make an appointment and Who to Contact FOR COLONOSCOPY OR SIGMOIDOSCOPY Dr. Sender Liberman, Dr. Barry L Stein, ... FOR COLONOSCOPY, GASTROSCOPY OR SIGMOIDOSCOPY Dr. Vicky Baffis, Dr. Albert Cohen, Dr. Habib Daoud, Dr. David Farber, Dr. Polyminia Galiatsatos, Dr. Saul Katz, Dr. Peter Szego, Dr. Reza Tavana, and Dr. Jon Wyse Contact Telephone (514) 904-0666 email: [email protected] or [email protected] visit www.mdspecialists.ca For Dr. Carmen Mueller Contact Lisa Milardo Telephone: (514) 904-0666 ext. 2003 e-mail: [email protected] or [email protected] For Dr. Mishkin Contact Sherry: Tel: (514) 932-2686, fax: (514) 932-5758 Directions By car: 3 hours parking included in our fees for patients of the clinic. Entrance at Ste-Catherine and Greene. Google Map By bus: Wood & Ste-Catherine: #63 Greene & Ste-Catherine: #90 Sherbrooke & Wood: #24, #104, #138 Bus Line Map By metro: METRO STATION: ATWATER (one block from Westmount Square) , with terminal for buses # 15, 57, 63, 90, 104, 108, 138, 144, 150 Metro Line Map

Please share. Colonoscopy can save your life and the team at MD Specialist is truly a family, special and treat you with respect, kindness and safety.

MD Specialist and our team would like to wish you a healthy, happy, joyous New Year! Take some time this year to take care of yourself. Whatever you need to ensure you're healthy, please take action. The sooner the better. If it's an colonoscopy, Gastroscopy or sigmoidoscopy, schedule one. They are a lot easier, less humiliating, not painful and can save your life. MD Specialist has a friendly, warm, respectful, considerate, caring team and they are like family. They ...treat you the way they want to be treated. To schedule an appointment call 514.904.0666 . Leave a message if you don't get through and someone will return your call. Happy 2016 from MD staff who are there daily to meet your needs, make you feel at home and want to satisfy your needs. Lisa, Executive secretary Ana, head medical secretary Kateryna, medical secretary Sterna, medical secretary Zoey, medical secretary Karine, RN (nurse) Katherine, RN Sophie, RN Mildred, RN Martin, RNA Kamila, technician Natasha, technician Wendy, technician on call

We have an opening for an endoscopy nurse! 1 or more days per week. If you are interested in more information kindly send a private message so someone can contact you. See job description detail below: POSITION ... SUMMARY: To provide excellent nursing services, participate in and contribute to the management of the Endoscopy Unit while supporting physicians. Performs direct nursing care as appropriate to ensure the comfort and safety of clients undergoing procedures. Consults, confers, and collaborates with other health care givers as well as with other members of our Clinic team. Demonstrates expertise and leadership in nursing practice. Maintains and advances clinical competence. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ensure high standard of nursing care to patients attending the Endoscopy Unit, working within company policies and procedures. Set, monitor and maintain excellent standards of nursing care. Maintain personal contact with patients and relatives, being sensitive to their needs for courtesy, dignity and privacy and ensure a friendly environment at all times. Maintain timely and accurate nursing records and ensure that confidentiality is respected. Store, check and administer medication in accordance with established standards and guidelines Initiation and management of IV therapy and administration of IV medication. Work with minimal supervision during endoscopic procedures, admission and recovery of patients. Ensure safe discharge of all patients from the Endoscopy unit. Maintain safe and clean environment within the clinical area in accordance with established standards and regulations EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Must be a licensed registered nurse (RN). Minimum two years of experience in a related healthcare position Previous endoscopy experience required QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS Ability to care for patients undergoing endoscopic procedures. Ability to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care according to individual needs. Must demonstrate an understanding of clinical risk. Knowledge of EMR system Must demonstrate consistent professional conduct and meticulous attention to detail Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills as well as excellent interpersonal skills with patients, staff, and other health care professionals. The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements.

UPDATE from MD Specialists.

We will soon be announcing another NEW physician having joined our team!! She has availability to scope 2 days per week and consult 2 days per week!! There are currently NO DAYS available to her in the public system. She wants to serve the public thus starting with our wonderful organization. ALL consults are on Medicare if you have a RAMQ/Medicare card. Her name and biography will be posted shortly. Look for it!... MD Specialists is a SEMI-PRIVATE clinic. What does that mean? Consults - no fee, meaning on Medicare if you hold a valid Medicare card. Charges would only relate to individuals who do not hold a Medicare card. Colonoscopy, Gastroscopy or Sigmoidoscopy - Fee based on the procedure performed. For an appointment, call 514.904.0666 or email [email protected]

MD Specialists - STAFF UPDATE Not only do we have well known, experienced, skilled physicians such as: Dr. Vicky Baffis - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy, Hepatobiliary Disease Dr. Albert Cohen - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy, Inflammatory Bowel Disease... Dr. Barry L. Stein - Colorectal Surgery & Colonoscopy Dr. Peter Szego - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Dr. Saul Katz - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Dr. David Farber - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Dr. Seymour Mishkin - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Dr. Polyminia Galiatsatos - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy, GI Oncology Dr. Jonathan Wyse - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Dr. Habib Daoud - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Dr. Sender Liberman - Colorectal Surgery, Colonoscopy Dr. Carmen Mueller - GI surgery, endoscopy, minimally invasive colon, hernia, gallbladder, spleen and adrenal procedures Dr. Reza Tavana - hernia, gallbladder, dermatalogical lumps and upper gastrointestinal. We also have an incredible support staff that ensure you are fully satisfied with your care, safe and secure during your procedure. RECEPTION ANA, KATERYNA, STERNA AND ZOE These wonderful, friendly and experienced staff members handle all questions, booking appointments, receiving and preparing your documents on the day of your appointment and so much more. NURSES GAIL, KARINE, MARTIN (RNA) AND MILDRED Extremely experienced, well skilled nurses who ensure your medical safety prior, during and after your procedure. TECHNICIANS NATASHA, KAMILA AND WENDY Ensure the maintenance, sterility and cleanliness of equipment and machinery. Physician's assistant during procedures when biopsy is performed or whatever is requested from them by the physician. LISE Our Archivist who knows where every single patient file is located. She is magical when it comes to finding and organizing files so our patient history is well maintained. WE ARE BLESSED TO BE STAFFED BY THE BEST WHO HAVE HAVE A WONDERFUL HISTORY WITH OUR CLINIC. TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT CALL 514.904.0666 OR VISIT WWW.MDSPECIALISTS.COM

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Is a colonoscopy really what you think it is? Well, it's a much better experience than you would imagine. Not embarrassing or shameful at all. Our physicians ensure it's performed in a very dignified, respectful manner and our staff tends to all of your needs. Any questions? Please ask.

Here is a list of the physicians with whom you can book an appointment: Dr. Vicky Baffis - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy, Hepatobiliary Disease Dr. Albert Cohen - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy, Inflammatory Bowel Disease Dr. Barry L. Stein - Colorectal Surgery & Colonoscopy Dr. Peter Szego - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy... Dr. Saul Katz - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Dr. David Farber - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Dr. Seymour Mishkin - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Dr. Polyminia Galiatsatos - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy, GI Oncology Dr. Jonathan Wyse - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Dr. Habib Daoud - Gastroenterology, Endoscopy Dr. Sender Liberman - Colorectal Surgery, Colonoscopy Dr. Carmen Mueller - GI surgery, endoscopy, minimally invasive colon, hernia, gallbladder, spleen and adrenal procedures Dr. Reza Tavana - hernia, gallbladder, dermatalogical lumps and upper gastrointestinal. Call now to make an appointment 514.904.0666 or visit our website www.mdspecialists.ca

Good morning! MD Specialists is one of the first private colonoscopy clinics, operating since 2001. The partners and associates have decades of experience, having performed thousands of scopes at MD not to mention tens of thousands at their respective hospitals. Make an appointment today at our website, via phone 514.904.0666. You'll need a referral from your doctor. It's that easy. Any questions about us, do not hesitate to post them and we'll respond expeditiously.

What is a gastroscopy? According to Mcgill Division of Gastroenterology: A gastroscopy is a test in which a gastroscope (a long flexible tube) is passed through the mouth and back of your throat into the upper digestive tract. It allows the physician to examine the lining of the esophagus, stomach and duodenum (the first portion of the small intestine)....Continue reading

What is a colonoscopy? How is it performed? If you've never had one.... A Colonoscopy (koh-luh-NAH-skuh-pee) allows your physician to view the entire large intestine from the inside, staring from the lowest part (your rectum) through the colon up to the lower end of the small intestine. This procedure is typically performed to look for early signs of cancer in the colon and rectum. It is also used to diagnose the causes of unexplained changes in bowel habits. Colonoscopy ena...bles the physician to see inflamed tissue, abnormal growths, ulcers, and bleeding. The procedure - you lie on your left side on the examining table. You may be given pain medication and a mild sedative (depending on whether you request not to have any) to keep you comfortable and to help you relax during the exam. The physician will insert a long, flexible, lighted tube into your rectum and slowly guide it into your colon. The tube is called a colonoscope (koh-LON-oh-skope). The scope transmits an image of the inside of the colon onto a screen, so the physician can carefully examine the lining of the colon. The scope bends, so the physician can move it around the curves of your colon. You may be asked to change position occasionally to help the physician move the scope. The scope also blows air into your colon, which inflates the colon and helps the physician see better. If anything abnormal is seen in your colon, like a polyp or inflamed tissue, the physician can remove all or part of it using tiny instruments passed through the scope. That tissue (biopsy) is then sent to a lab for testing. If there is bleeding in the colon, the physician can pass a laser, heater probe, or electrical probe, or can inject special medicines through the scope and use it to stop the bleeding. Bleeding and puncture of the colon are possible complications of colonoscopy. However, such complications are uncommon. Colonoscopy takes 30 to 60 minutes. The sedative and pain medicine should keep you from feeling much discomfort during the exam. You will need to remain at the colonoscopy facility for 1 to 2 hours until the sedative wears off. You must be accompanied by someone who can take you home after the procedure. Any questions about a colonoscopy?

Have any questions? What do you want to know? We're here to help, ask away and we'll do our best to answer quickly.

Since August 2008 MD Specialists has performed nearly 25,000 endoscopes (colonoscopy, gastroscopy and sigmoidoscopy). Visit our website for more information on our physicians. www.mdspecialists.ca

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MD Specilaists is your resource for news on nutrition, health, studies on cancer, interactive posts, colonoscopy questions and more. We are a clinic in business since 2001 and have performed tens of thousands of colonoscopies. To book an appointment call 514.904.0666 or visit our website www.mdspecialists.com

Canada facts and figures 25,100 new cases of colorectal cancer this year. 9,300 will die from it. Time to get screened? www.endangeredbutts.ca www.colorectal-cancer.ca for all the Canadian CRC facts.

Want to assess your risk of colon cancer? Check out the Canadian version of colon cancer risk assessment tool. https://www.mycanceriq.ca/Cancers/Colorectal And for your viewing pleasure www.endangeredbutts.ca

Do you have a condition where you need to go to the bathroom 5 to 20 times a day? Crohn's and Colitis Canada has improved access to washrooms! The GOHERE project ensure that washrooms are readily available so that people can avoid stressful and humiliating situations. http://www.kintera.org///b.9268541/k.851B/About_GoHere.htm

New ways of treating Cancer - Research in biological and targeted therapies. http://www.cancer.ca//ca/biological-and-targeted-therapy/

Nutrition, Healthy Eating and Cancer Are they related? Read about how it can play a role according to the Dietitians of Canada. http://www.dietitians.ca//Nutrition,-Healthy-Eating-and-Ca

Want to see all the fun of a prepping for your colonoscopy? Watch Katie Couric ... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CbUesuxT1IE