New RVH program supports Indigenous patients through self-identification – Innisfil News
From now on, all patients who register at the hospital will be asked if they wish to self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) and if they would like to be referred to the Indigenous Patient Services (IPS) team
Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre (RVH) has launched a new initiative called Honouring Indigenous Identity in Healthcare, an important step forward in supporting visibility, access and healing for Indigenous patients.
From now on, all patients who register at RVH will now be asked if they wish to self-identify as Indigenous (First Nations, Métis, or Inuit) and if they would like to be referred to the Indigenous Patient Services (IPS) team. This change is not just about new questions at registration, it is about honouring identity, building stronger relationships, and enabling culturally appropriate care.
