Dr. Colin Saldanha
Medical Director — Peel Travel Clinic & Saldanha Health Centre
Dr. Colin Saldanha has been a trusted healthcare provider in Mississauga for over 40 years. Licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) since 1982, he established the Saldanha Health Centre in 1986 and has since built a reputation for comprehensive, compassionate medical care serving patients across the Greater Toronto Area.
Clinical Expertise
Travel Medicine
Yellow Fever Designated Centre, ISTM member, comprehensive pre-travel consultations and destination-specific vaccinations
Aviation Medicine
Transport Canada Civil Aviation Medical Examiner (CAME), conducting aviation medical examinations for pilots and flight crew
Occupational Health
Pre-employment physicals, workplace health assessments, and safety-compliance medical examinations
Family Medicine
Full-spectrum primary care including preventive screenings, chronic disease management, prenatal care, and well-baby checkups
Credentials & Memberships
CPSO Licensed
Licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario since 1982
ISTM Member
Member of the International Society of Travel Medicine
Transport Canada CAME
Designated Civil Aviation Medical Examiner
Recognition & Community Leadership
Dr. Saldanha's dedication to healthcare and community service has earned him significant recognition. He received Canada's Top 25 Immigrants award in 2009, recognizing his outstanding contributions to healthcare and the community. In 2022, he received the Arts for Mental Health Award for his commitment to promoting mental wellness.
Beyond his clinical practice, Dr. Saldanha has served with distinction on several boards and organizations, including the United Way, Peel Police Services Board, Mississauga Board of Trade, Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), and as a mentor with TRIEC. He has been instrumental in pioneering community health outreach programs that bring accessible healthcare to underserved populations across the Greater Toronto Area.
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Mon/Wed/Fri: 8 AM – 6 PM | Tue: 8 AM – 3 PM