Modern
Medical
Hyperbaric
Oxygen
Therapy
Hyperbaric
Oxygen
Chambers
The SIGMA 36 is the second largest monoplace chamber in the industry. The 36” internal diameter allows for added comfort while promoting increased patient compliance. Features include an adjustable stretcher and is certified for patients up to 700 pounds.
What Is
Hyperbaric
Oxygen
Therapy?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is a medical treatment that involves breathing 100% oxygen in a specially designed chamber with higher-than-normal atmospheric pressure. By increasing the pressure to 2–3 times that of normal air, HBOT allows the lungs to absorb significantly more oxygen. This elevated oxygen level in the bloodstream stimulates the body’s natural healing processes in areas where oxygen delivery may otherwise be compromised in both healthy people and those with medical conditions.
Hyperbaric
Oxygen Therapy
Is covered by OHIP
- Air/Gas Embolism
- Carbon Monoxide poisoning and/or cyanide poisoning
- Clostridial myositis and myonecrosis (gas gangrene)
- Crush injury, compartment syndrome, and other acute traumatic ischemias
- Decompression sickness
- Non-healing wounds
- Exceptional blood loss
- Intracranial abscess
- Necrotizing soft tissue
- Osteomyelitis (refractory)
- Delayed radiation injury (soft tissue and bony necrosis)
- Skin grafts and flaps (compromised)
- Thermal burns
- Idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss (ISSHL)
In Ontario, hyperbaric oxygen therapy (HBOT) is covered by OHIP (Ontario Health Insurance Plan), but only for specific medical conditions approved by the Ministry of Health. These include things like carbon monoxide poisoning, chronic bone infections, wounds that aren’t healing properly (especially in people with diabetes), and certain types of tissue damage from radiation.
Our high tech
Facility is
engineered for
Northern
Ontario
Modern Medical was designed to support patients with high-quality care, foster meaningful collaboration with healthcare professionals, and improve access to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for communities across Northern Ontario.
Our Team
Dr. MEaghan Labine
CEO, Medical Director
Dr. Meaghan Labine is a compassionate and results-driven medical professional specializing in family medicine, emergency medicine, and inpatient care. With a strong foundation in hyperbaric medicine, she is DCBC dive certified, UHMS certified, and has successfully completed the Hyperbaric PATH program. Currently pursuing fellowship training in hyperbarics, Dr. Labine is committed to becoming the most qualified specialist in the region to lead our team. In addition to her clinical expertise, she has a robust background in medical research, with six publications and 57 citations, and is a recognized speaker who has delivered impactful presentations on heart and mental health. Her leadership blends cutting-edge clinical expertise with a strategic vision, ensuring the clinic delivers exceptional patient care and advances in hyperbaric oxygen therapy for the benefit of Northern Ontario.
Dr. MEaghan Labine
CEO, Medical Director
Frequently
Asked
Questions
How long is a treatment?
A typical treatment lasts about 2 hours, but can vary. This is dependent on a variety of factors including patient’s ability to equalize their ears, and comfort inside the chamber.
What happens when I come in for a consult?
Each patient’s experience may vary. However, the typical process is as follows;
- Referral is sent by patient’s physician, specialist or family doctor
- Patient is scheduled with a Hyperbaric Physician for a consultation.
- A history and physical exam and any other appropriate investigations will be completed to determine suitability for treatment
- If approved for treatment, the hyperbaric physician will discuss in detail the patient’s treatment plan, potential side-effects, risks and benefits of treatment, and any contraindications.
How many treatments will I need?
The number and frequency of treatments will vary depending on the condition being treated. This will be discussed with you during your consultation.
However, for many conditions, one treatment lasting two hours per day for 5 to 6 days a week, for a total of 30 to 40 treatments is common.
The total course of treatment can last anywhere from 4 to 8 weeks.
Is HBOT covered by OHIP?
As indicated above, there are currently 14 indications completely covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan. The list of approved indications is;
- Air/Gas Embolism
- Carbon Monoxide poisoning and/or cyanide poisoning
- Clostridial myositis and myonecrosis (gas gangrene)
- Crush injury, compartment syndrome, and other acute traumatic ischemias
- Decompression sickness
- Non-healing wounds
- Exceptional blood loss
- Intracranial abscess
- Necrotizing soft tissue
- Osteomyelitis (refractory)
- Delayed radiation injury (soft tissue and bony necrosis)
- Skin grafts and flaps (compromised)
- Thermal burns
- Idiopathic sudden sensorineural hearing loss (ISSHL)
How do I prepare for treatments?
It is very important for patients to follow directions provided by the hyperbaric staff regarding the appropriate clothing and prohibited items in the chamber.
A screening questionnaire will be provided prior to your treatments, that will help remind you of the do’s-and-dont’s in a hyperbaric chamber.
DO’S:
- Arrive at least 30 minutes before your scheduled treatment time.
- Leave jewellery and valuables at home if possible.
- Update your hyperbaric team of any changes in your health before entering the chamber.
- Notify hyperbaric team if you have any new bandages or medical appliances since your last treatment.
- Eat a meal before arriving to your appointment.
- Avoid coffee and any diuretics before your appointment.
- Use the washroom before entering the chamber.
- Wear loose-fitting clothing that you can easily change in and out of.
DON’TS:
- Do not smoke prior to or immediately after your treatment.
- Don’t wear makeup, skin-care products or hair products.
- Do not wear jewellery inside the chamber.
- Don’t ignore any discomfort, clearly communicate to your technician if you feel anxious.
- Do not bring a cellphone or any electronics into the chamber.
- Don’t skip treatments if possible.
What if I need to reschedule an appointment?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy is more effective when delivered daily, in sequence as directed by the hyperbaric physician. However, we do understand that you may need to reschedule for various reasons. Please provide 48 hours advance notice of any rescheduled appointments so we can help ensure efficacy.
Repeat no-shows may result in cancellation of future treatments and fees in accordance to our cancellation policy.
As a diabetic, how should I prepare for a treatment?
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy can drop a patient’s blood sugar. Therefore, all diabetics are encouraged to closely monitor their blood sugar, eat a meal prior to their hyperbaric treatment, discuss with their referring physician and the hyperbaric physician whether modification to medications is required, and notify the hyperbaric team if they experience any symptoms of hypoglycemia during treatment.
What do I wear in a hyperbaric chamber?
All patients that have been approved for hyperbaric oxygen therapy will be provided with 100% cotton scrubs to be changed into before entering the chamber. Scrubs will be kept at the clinic and provided to you before every treatment.
How will my personal items be stored?
If possible, leave all valuables at home as you will be unable to take them into the chamber with you. We have storage facilities on site, but security is not guaranteed while you are in a treatment.
What does it feel like inside the chamber?
During the beginning and end of your treatment, you will feel a pressure change inside the chamber. This will be reminiscent of the ascent and descent inside an airplane. Once at pressure, patients may nap, watch TV, or relax in any way they choose.
Contact Us
Location
898 Alloy Place
Thunder Bay, ON P7B 6E6
reception@mmclinic.ca
Hours
Monday – Sunday | 7am – 7pm
More Information
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Patients
Modern Medical was designed to support patients with high-quality care, foster meaningful collaboration with healthcare professionals, and improve access to Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy for communities across Northern Ontario.
Patients who believe they may benefit from hyperbaric oxygen therapy can simply contact our clinic directly—by phone, email, or our online form—and our team will gather their medical details, confirm eligibility, and coordinate any required physician paperwork for OHIP coverage.
ohip covers 100% of 14 indications
easy process to talk to family doctor or self refer
