New Born and Child Care(Ages 0-5)
Well-baby visits following NS Public Health guidelines for immunizations and the Rourke Baby Record.
Women and men's health
Women’s Health: Focuses on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of conditions affecting reproductive, physical, and emotional well-being, including gynecological care, pregnancy, menopause, and cancer screenings.
Men’s Health: Addresses the prevention and management of conditions affecting reproductive, physical, and mental well-being, including prostate health, cardiovascular care, and chronic disease management.
Vaccination/Injection
Simple visits for joint injections, medication administration, or vaccinations.
Chronic Disease Management
Comprehensive assessment and management of conditions such as diabetes mellitus, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), and Ischemic Heart Disease (IHD), including post-myocardial infarction (MI) care.
Pap Smear Testing
A screening test for women that detects abnormal cervical cells, helping identify precancerous changes and prevent cervical cancer.
Test Result Analysis
The process of interpreting and evaluating test outcomes to draw meaningful conclusions and create a management plan.
Urgent Medical Care
Treatment for acute conditions such as pain, urinary tract infections (UTIs), upper and lower respiratory tract infections, new rashes, and asthma/COPD exacerbations.
Routine Clinic Consultation
A 15-minute appointment to discuss straightforward health concerns.
Medication Renewal/Refills
Annual or biannual medication reviews and discussions about chronic health conditions.
Telephone appointments
Consultations to address issues that can be managed without an in-person examination.
IUD or Nexplanon Fitting and Removal
Long-term contraceptive options for women.
Joint Injections
A procedure where medication is injected directly into a joint to relieve pain and inflammation. Commonly used for conditions such as osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis, gout, bursitis, and tendonitis.
Foot Care
Specialized care focusing on preventing, diagnosing, and treating foot conditions, including diabetic foot care, nail disorders, infections, and injuries. It helps maintain mobility and overall foot health, especially for individuals with chronic conditions.
Mental Health
Support and professional help for managing common mental health conditions such as depression, anxiety disorders, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, ADHD, PTSD, OCD, stress, traumatic events, and bereavement.
Geriatric Care
Specialized care addressing the unique healthcare needs of older adults (65+), focusing on improving quality of life, maintaining independence, and managing chronic conditions.
Palliative Care
Focused on enhancing the quality of life for individuals with serious, life-limiting illnesses by managing pain, symptoms, and emotional distress.
Abbreviations
OCD – Obsessive Compulsive Disorder
PTSD – Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder