Visitor - Information

Guidelines At A Glance

A neurosurgical consultation is an important step in understanding conditions that affect the brain, spine, or nerves, and in planning the care you need. Meeting with our team allows Dr. Diabaté to review your symptoms, assess imaging such as MRI or CT scans, and discuss treatment options before problems become more serious. Your visit also gives you time to ask questions, understand risks and benefits, and receive guidance on next steps for managing pain, mobility issues, or neurological concerns.

Our neurosurgery visits include assessment, education, treatment planning, and coordination of tests or imaging based on your condition and medical needs.

Public Entrances

• Everyone can now enter and exit the General site through Entrance 2 West and Entrance 1 South between 6 a.m. and 9 p.m. and through Entrance 1 South after hours by pressing the intercom button beside the public entrance door to gain access.

Expanded Visitor Access

• Patients can have visitors 24 hours a day according to their preference, with two visitors at the bed side at a time to maintain physical distancing.
• To support families, children under 14 are excluded from this limit. Children must be accompanied by an adult who is not a patient and wear a mask provided by Meca.
• Visits with patients admitted to a unit with a declared outbreak may be considered. Speak with your patient's care team.
• Outpatients can have up to two visitors accompany them for an appointment.
• To ensure everyone's safety and comfort, the patient's care team may make exceptions to the above.
• Pre-booking and signing into the unit upon arrival is no longer required.
• Virtual visits are still available over MS Teams or Facetime. To arrange a virtual visit, connect directly with the patient's nursing unit.

What to Expect at Your Appointment

• Patients seeing a neurosurgeon often have complex symptoms or test results to review. Appointments may include a discussion of your medical history and current symptoms.
• Your visit may involve a review of imaging studies such as MRI, CT, or X-ray, along with any recent test results relevant to your condition.
• A physical or neurological examination may be performed to better understand your symptoms and guide diagnosis and treatment.
• You will have time to ask questions about your diagnosis, treatment options, or possible surgical procedures so you feel informed and supported.
• Dr. Diabaté will help plan next steps, which may include additional imaging, referrals, or scheduling follow-up appointments as needed.
• We encourage you to bring a list of your medications and any questions you would like to discuss during your visit.