Primary Care Providers
Your Primary Care Providers
Family physicians (FPs) and nurse practitioners (NPs) are known as primary care providers. They play a vital role in your health by offering expert diagnosis, treatment, and preventive care, ensuring you receive the right care when you need it.
Family physicians
Family physicians (FPs) are medical doctors who provide comprehensive, lifelong care for individuals and families. As the first point of contact in the healthcare system, they specialize in diagnosing, treating, and managing acute and chronic conditions while supporting overall well-being.
With additional training in family medicine, FPs care for patients of all ages, addressing both physical and mental health concerns. They interpret diagnostic tests, prescribe medications, perform medical procedures, and coordinate care across various healthcare settings, including clinics, hospitals, long-term care facilities, and even home visits when needed.
Nurse practitioners
Nurse practitioners (NPs) are highly trained healthcare professionals who blend the values and skills of nursing with advanced medical expertise. As Primary Care Providers, NPs can diagnose and treat medical conditions, prescribe medications, and interpret diagnostic tests. They play a crucial role in delivering accessible, patient-centered care.
Need a family doctor or nurse practitioner?
If you live in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, or Bowen Island and do not have a family doctor or nurse practitioner, you can register with the Health Connect Registry. This service helps connect residents with a primary care provider. Click the button below to sign up, today.