Toronto Grace Health Centre
Ron Seto has a diverse work experience in the pharmacy field. Ron started their career as a Staff Pharmacist (part-time) at Shoppers Drug Mart in 2012. Prior to that, they worked at Toronto Grace Health Centre as a Pharmacy Manager (Chief) where they were responsible for directing the activities of the department, managing medication and inventory, developing policies and procedures, and ensuring the safe usage of medications. Before that, they served as a Pharmacy Manager in the Investigational Drug Service & Research Support at University Health Network, where they oversaw clinical trials, managed inventory and budgets, and generated reports. Ron also worked as a Staff Pharmacist at a general drug store in University Health Network for several years.
Ron Seto completed their Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy from the University of Toronto, which took place from 1988 to 1992. Ron also holds various additional certifications, including a Tri-Council Policy Statement: Ethical Conduct for Research Involving Humans (Course on Research Ethics) Certificate obtained from the Panel on Research Ethics, Government of Canada in August 2013. Ron obtained a Leadership in Action Certificate from the Schulich School of Business, York University in January 2003. Ron also holds a Standard First Aid, CPR/AED Level C certification from the Canadian Red Cross, obtained in August 2013. In addition, they have completed the Integrated Internal Auditor Course Certificate from the British Standards Institution Training, where they were introduced to topics related to ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004, and BS OHSAS 18001:2007 in June 2011. Ron also pursued the Injection and Immunization Continuing Education Certificate Program from the Ontario Pharmacists' Association. Finally, they are registered as a pharmacist with the Ontario College of Pharmacists.
Toronto Grace Health Centre
Toronto Grace Health Centre (TGHC) is a 150-bed facility owned and operated by The Salvation Army located in the heart of downtown Toronto. Through understanding and appreciating the complexity of day-to-day life, Toronto Grace provides patient-centered care for individuals with multifaceted chronic diseases who require Complex Continuing Care, Post Acute Care Rehabilitation, Palliative Care, and Transitional Care Services. Our Complex Continuing Care (CCC) program serves persons with complex and multiple chronic diseases and functional disabilities who require a wide range of therapeutic services and clinical specialties. The CCC program provides medical management, skilled registered nursing care, as well as therapy, recreation and spiritual services. The program offers care of the individual following a restorative and preventative approach. Post Acute Care Rehabilitation (PACR) Program provides quality and integrated care for patients: who are recovering from orthopedic surgery, hip and other fractures; those with medically complex conditions and post-stroke complications affecting motor skills; and those who have suffered stroke and neurological issues. Our dedicated team of skilled inter-professional health team includes Physicians, Rehab Nurses, PT, OT, SLP, Communication Disorders’ Assistant, Recreation Therapist, Social Worker, Chaplain and Clinical Dietitian. A central therapy room is available to support an integrated therapy plan and rehabilitation. Persons accepted into PACR look forward to returning home and/or back into the community. Palliative Care provides comprehensive end-of-life care to support the person and family at their end of life journey. Our holistic approach to care includes a skilled interdisciplinary team to meet the individual’s physical, psychosocial, spiritual and cultural needs. Persons in the community who wish to remain at home for as long as possible can be rapidly admitted to the Palliative Care Unit if needed.