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Dr Leslie Shanks
Family Physician
About Dr Shanks
Edit profileDr. Leslie Shanks is a Family Physician practicing at North York Medical Center, located at 1017 Wilson Avenue, North York, ON. With a career rooted in both clinical excellence and humanitarian service, Dr. Shanks brings a unique depth of experience to her practice, offering thoughtful, evidence-based care to patients of all ages—if you’ve received care from Dr. Shanks, consider leaving a review to help others discover a physician who combines compassion with global insight.
Special interest
Dr. Shanks’ medical interests include refugee health, trauma-informed care, chronic disease management, and global health equity. She has served as Medical Director for Médecins Sans Frontières and continues to advocate for marginalized populations while providing primary care through North York Medical Center’s multidisciplinary framework, which includes diagnostics, pharmacy, and specialist services affiliated with Humber River Hospital and the University of Toronto.
Education and training
M.D
Dr. Leslie Shanks earned her MD from a Canadian institution and is certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada, with extensive experience in international medical leadership and community-based care.
Practice in North York Medical Center
North York Medical Center
- 1017 Wilson Ave, North York, ON M3K 1Z1
- +1 416-633-2000
- https://northyorkmedical.com/
Frequently Asked Questions
Her background in humanitarian medicine informs a trauma-sensitive, culturally aware approach that prioritizes dignity and patient empowerment.
Yes, she integrates trauma-informed care principles into her practice, creating a safe and respectful environment for healing.
Absolutely. She offers long-term care plans for conditions like diabetes and hypertension, focusing on stability and lifestyle support.
Yes, she has extensive experience working with displaced populations and continues to support refugee health through advocacy and clinical care.
She works within a multidisciplinary team that includes diagnostics, pharmacy, and specialists, ensuring coordinated and comprehensive care for her patients.
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