Family physicians in south Calgary, that belong to the South Calgary PCN have additional supports to enhance patient care. Talk with your doctor as some programs and services require a referral.
- Time to Talk – a short term therapy program with registered psychologists or social workers, to assist with mental health issues. Doctor referred.
- Social Work – team that assists patients with referrals, resources and support.
- Pain Program – (in pilot phase) a six month program to assist patients with chronic pain. Doctor referred.
- GLA:D – an osteoarthritis 8-week workshop to help with knee and hip pain for those over 60. Doctor referred.
- Nutrition Services – 1:1 or group appointments, with a dietitian or nurse, to support patient health. Doctor referred.
- Workshops – wide variety of health and emotional well-being sessions listed under the workshops tab. No referral necessary.
- Primary Care Behavioural Health providers are available in clinics supporting physicians supporting patients with a wide variety of health concerns like anxiety, stress, sleep, family problems, IBS, bereavement, anger, high cholesterol, chronic pain, depression, smoking, weight management, a new diagnosis, etc. Check with your clinic.
- After Hours – family physicians participating in an after-hours program to increase access to a family doctor after 5pm. Check with your clinic.
- Prescription to Get Active -Doctor referred.