eConsult is a secure web-based tool that allows a physician, nurse practitioner or midwife timely access to specialist advice for all patients and often eliminates the need for an in-person specialist visit.
- eConsult BASE™ Managed Specialty model:
- eConsults are sent to a group of specialists from across the province in a specific specialty and each case is assigned to an individual specialist by a case assigner.
- Over 140 specialties offered province-wide
- eConsults may be sent to Regional Groups where available
- Specific Provider or Group model:
- eConsults are sent to directly to individual specialists or to a specific (organization-based) group, searchable within the directory.
Why Join?
- Get specialist advice for your patient fast – on average within two days
- Improves care coordination and collaboration between clinicians
- 94% of your colleagues rate the value of eConsult high/very high
- Get high-quality advice on clinical questions (e.g. diagnosis, management, drug treatment).
- Manage patient care at the family practice level where patient trust is often highest.
How Do I Sign up?
To sign up use your ONEID and get same day access, go to otnhub.ca and visit the OTNhub sign up page to register.
For physicians without a ONEID, you can register for one through your CPSO Member Portal. If you are a nurse practitioner or need assistance getting a ONEID please email us at eConsultCOE@toh.ca.
If you would like assistance signing up for Ontario eConsult or Champlain eConsult BASE™ regional eConsult service, please fill out the intake form.
I am a specialist; how can I sign up to provide eConsults?
If you are a specialist interested in providing eConsults, please visit our Specialists page.
How do I submit an eConsult?
For a quick PDF guide on how to submit an eConsult: view document.
For more detailed instructions on how to submit an eConsult: view document.
For a video outlining how to use the Direct-to-Specialist model: view video.