Smoking Cessation

Quitting smoking is an important step in improving overall health and well-being.  

Our program offers counselling by a TEACH-trained smoking cessation nurse who provides support to help patients permanently give up smoking.  

If you are pregnant and want to quit smoking, we provide a supportive, non-judgmental approach that takes into consideration the unique challenges of pregnancy. We will work with you to develop a tailored approach to help you quit smoking in a way that suits your needs.  

This program is only available to patients of physicians at our Toronto site

What to expect

At your first appointment, a nurse will help you choose a smoking cessation aid, set a quit date and make sure you are prepared to stop smoking when that date arrives.

We provide support during your first few weeks as a non-smoker and strive to help you remain smoke-free. We also offer follow up-appointments for support and counselling that is tailored to your needs. 

For more information about smoking cessation, visit the following resources:

• Smokers’ Helpline: Free and personalized web services to help you quit smoking. Or call 1-877-513-5333
• Tobacco Body: Interactive web tool that shows how tobacco changes your body.

What to bring

• Health (OHIP) card or valid health-care coverage
• A list of your current medications  
• A list of questions you want to ask  
• A support person, if desired 

How to access our services

Speak with your family physician or nurse practitioner at the Mount Sinai Academic Family Health Team to access our smoking cessation services.  

If you are pregnant and would like to quit smoking, you can make an appointment with our specialist by calling 416-586-4800 ext. 5159.

Only registered patients can access this service. If you would like to become a patient of the Mount Sinai Academic Family Health Team, learn more on becoming a patient.