International Medical Services (IMS)

4.2 stars ·

IMS is a travel clinic expert in travel health services since 1936, assisting thousands of international travelers with vaccinations and risk assessments. Follows guidelines from Public Health Agency of Canada and CDC, serving expatriates and tourists. Located in North York, Toronto.

80%
Satisfaction Rate
1936
Established

Certifications & Accreditations

Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre (Public Health Agency of Canada)
Licensed Yellow Fever Vaccination Centre (Public Health Agency of Canada)

Our Treatments

Cancer Treatment

$150 - $300

Oncological treatments and cancer therapies

Immunotherapy

$200 - $400

Treatment using the body's immune system

Varies
30-90 minutes per infusion
  • Recovery: Varies
  • Duration: 30-90 minutes per infusion
  • Anesthesia: none

Skin & Aesthetics

$100 - $250

Skin health and aesthetic treatments

Heart & Vascular

$200 - $350

Heart and cardiovascular system treatments

Dental Care

$150 - $400

Comprehensive dental and oral health procedures

Eye & Vision

$120 - $300

Ophthalmological and vision correction procedures

Orthopedics

$250 - $600

Surgical procedures focused on the musculoskeletal system

Fertility & IVF

$300 - $700

Reproductive health and fertility assistance

Weight Loss Surgery

$350 - $800

Bariatric and weight management surgical procedures

Our Medical Team

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Becky Paonessa

Travel Health Nursing

RN

20 years experience
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Joined IMS in 2004 with experience as a Third Culture Kid, pediatric ICU, and emergency medicine; serves as head nurse of travel health.

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Dr. Donna Edwards

Travel Medicine

MD, Diploma in Tropical Medicine (Prince Leopold Institute, Antwerp)

30 years experience
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Has worked with IMS since 1996, providing thorough care for travelers' medical needs with 20 years in family practice.

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Dr. Jeffrey Ho

Travel Medicine

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Physician listed as public contact at the clinic.

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Dr. John H. Hii, MD, FRCPC

Infectious Diseases and Geographic Medicine

MD, FRCPC, graduated from McGill University

20 years experience
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Director of Traveller's Medical Services & Geographic Medicine with 20 years of experience providing comprehensive travel medical services. Specializes in infectious diseases and geographic medicine with extensive international research background.

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Dr. Karen Stel

Travel Medicine

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Physician listed as executive at the clinic.

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Dr. Ken Gamble

Travel Medicine

MD

42 years experience
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A physician who joined IMS in 1982 and became a pioneer in travel medicine. Served on CATMAT (2002-2010) and contributed to travel medicine textbooks.

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Dr. Kenneth Gamble

Travel Medicine

MD

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Physician listed as executive at the clinic.

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Dr. Matthew To

Travel Medicine

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Physician listed as public contact at the clinic.

Customer Reviews

4.2

Based on 10 reviews

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"Went to the ER because I had a fish bone stuck at the back of my throat - the whole experience from reception, to the intake nurses, radiology and finally being seen by the ENT specialist was made pleasant. The team here was very warm and made me feel comfortable. Special mention to Dr. Xiao for her careful determination in freeing the bone stuck in my tonsil! She was very reassuring and informative. I'm incredibly grateful to all of you 🙏"

Giselle Andal
· July 12, 2026

"I cannot begin to put into words how grateful I am for the care my father received at TGH through the cardio clinic. From the admin staff, to the volunteers, nurses, staff, surgeons, doctors- everyone was incredibly supportive, patient, empathetic and they truly made this life changing surgery for my father an incredible experience. We will be forever grateful for their support."

Fatima
· July 12, 2026

"went in with a respiratory issue was having trouble breathing was made to wait over 4 and a half hours and didn’t even see a doctor. was there until 3am this morning. i asked when the doctor would come and was told “i don’t know he’s the only doctor here”. all this money we pay in taxes we work our lives away get taxed by this joke of a government but god forbid i want to see a doctor. god forbid i want to access any service that my taxes pay for. this country is a joke and this health care system is an even bigger joke. was told to just go see my family doctor (who quit and i cannot find a new one because nobody is accepting patients) or go to a walk in clinic to get a referral that will take another 3 months. honestly would rather just suffer at home instead of waiting in some hospital just to get nothing. #1 hospital in canada? that is a scary thought. you’re telling me every hospital is worse than this? my mind is absolutely blown. go if you have no choice but good luck. you’ll end up funding big pharma with whatever useless over the counter nonsense they end up recommending. unbelievable. this experience alone has made me want to pack my stuff and move to a different country entirely. thankful that i am in good health otherwise, because the less you have to deal with this awful system the better."

Wassim Ferchichi
· July 12, 2026

"The wait times posted online are incredibly misleading. Initially went in thinking it would be a 2 hour wait and ended up staying 12+ hours. Half of this time was also essentially meaningless as I believe the ER doctor fully just clocked out and left, disappearing for 4+ hours at a time. Nurses also weren’t willing to transfer any of the records already taken so if I left all the time spent would wasted. The world ranking is really meaningless unless you’re going to see a specialist, avoid this ER if at all possible"

Charlie Ma
· July 12, 2026

"December 4, 2025 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐ I visited Toronto General Hospital for an ENT appointment while the hospital is undergoing renovations. What I appreciated most was how clearly everything was labeled, without that, it would be very easy to get lost. The appointment itself went well. I was given helpful information to review and further testing was arranged. I’m hopeful this will lead to some answers and solutions."

Deborah
· July 12, 2026

"Dr. Kenneth Gamble is a very friendly , caring and amazing doctor! He is an honest doctor that only recommended me the needed shots and medication for my travel overseas, he also gave me some infightful tips. Every staff in this clinic is very friendly and helpful, the atmosphere of the clinic was so great. I highly recommend them for any vaccine shots needed for travelling overseas. They also take in walk in patients for the vaccine shots , so if you need last minute shots, they are perfect clinic for that too! Would definitely come here again!"

Al-Mamun Molla
· February 25, 2026

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Why Choose Toronto, Canada?

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Orthopedics, cardiac; MTI #1. Avoids US waits.

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Destination Score

50%
Savings vs. US Prices
#25
global rank
50,000+
patients/year
$130
Daily Budget
64
Healthcare & Safety
90
Safety
48
Cost & Value
73
Travel & Getting There
100
Internet Speed
91
Climate
81
Climate & Environment

Healthcare & Safety

System Quality World-class
Hospitals 30+
Emergency Services Excellent
Pharmacies 24/7 widely available
Safety Rating Very High
Insurance Limited acceptance of international insurance; primarily public system with out-of-pocket payments for non-residents

Travel & Getting There

Airport Toronto Pearson International Airport (YYZ)
Distance to City 25 km (~30 min)
English Level Very High
Public Transit Excellent
Taxis & Rideshare Rideshare (Uber, Lyft) and taxis widely available 24/7

EU/US/UK: Visa or eTA

Cost & Value

Daily Budget $130
Hotel (mid-range) $200/night
Restaurant Meal $25
Daily Transport $15
Currency Canadian Dollar (CAD)
Tipping 15-20% in restaurants and services; customary but not mandatory
Savings vs. US Prices
dental
40%
cosmetic surgery
50%
cardiac
45%
orthopedic
40%
fertility
35%

Climate & Environment

Average 9.8°C · Humid Continental

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Green bars = comfortable range (18-28°C)

Best Time to Visit June to September
Air Quality (AQI) 45
Water Quality Safe to drink
Internet Speed 200 Mbps
Mobile Network Excellent 5G

Medical Tourism Hub

#25 global rank 50,000+ patients/year Excellent recovery environment
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Patient rights protection

Clinic Location

While Your Companion Recovers

CN Tower visits
Niagara Falls day trips
Royal Ontario Museum
Shopping in Yorkville
Harbourfront festivals

Practical Information

Languages Spoken

English

Payment Methods

cashcredit_card

Business Hours

Monday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Tuesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Wednesday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Thursday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Friday 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday Closed
Sunday Closed

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