Nurse Practitioner Outreach Clinics

BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre now offers Nurse Practitioner outreach clinics. They are designed to improve access to healthcare for female youth and women in inner city communities who may not have a family doctor. Nurse Practitioners (NP) are experienced Registered Nurses with a Master’s degree in Nursing and additional advanced clinical training.

Nurse Practitioners provide basic primary health care that includes

• Diagnosis & treatment of common health problems
• Prescribing most medications
• Ordering tests & x-rays
• Referrals to other health care providers including physician specialists

Nurse Practitioners

• Connect with community resources such as existing healthcare providers, schools, and community centre program staff
• Work closely with Vancouver Native Health, Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, community health care providers/agencies and other community based organizations/services

Clinic times

Drop-In Clinics or call 604-875-3290 to talk to a Nurse Practitioner