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Seniors Health Clinic
Nakile recognizes that seniors make up a large segment of the
population in South West Nova Scotia and that many seniors do not have
regular access to a family doctor for many reasons. We know
that, often times, seniors are left with no choice but to use emergency
departments for routine health care appointments and prescription
refills.
Nakile now offers a Seniors Service Medical Clinic operated by a Nurse
Practitioner two days per month on every second Wednesday.
What is a Nurse Practitioner?
A Nurse Practitioner is a Registered Nurse with additional
training. A
Nurse Practitioner works collaboratively with physicians and other specialists.
How can a Nurse Practitioner help?
A Nurse practitioner can arrange appointments to see seniors who do not
have regular access to a family doctor. A Nurse Practitioner
will take the patient’s medical history and perform a
complete physical examination. The Nurse Practitioner may
order diagnostic and screening tests, such as blood work or
x-rays. Referrals can be made to other health care
professionals, including physicians, dietitians, physiotherapists,
nursing or home care services.
Why would I visit the Clinic?
Nakile’s Seniors’ Health Clinic is offered
on-site in Argyle. Visiting the Nurse Practitioner for
routine prescription refills or blood work may be more convenient and
cost-effective for many seniors and their families than making a
special trip to regional hospitals for such services. As
well, arranging an appointment with the nurse practitioner may be
easier on occasion than booking an appointment with the
senior’s current family doctor.
Who can see a Nurse Practitioner at the new Seniors’ Health
Clinic at Nakile?
Any senior, 65 years of age or older, who lives in Shelburne, Yarmouth
or Digby county.
I have a Family Doctor. Can I still visit the Nurse
Practitioner at Nakile's Seniors' Health Clinic?
Yes. The Nurse Practitioner is not meant to replace your
existing family doctor. However, if you decide to see the
Nurse Practitioner you should inform your family doctor.
Contact Information
Senior’s Clinics are held on alternate Wednesdays at Nakile Home for
Special care in Argyle and at Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Obtain a
referral from any health care professional or call 902 742-3542 ext.460 to book
an appointment.
Dianne Corbett, Nurse Practitioner
South West Health
60 Vancouver Street
Yarmouth , NS B5A 2P5
902 742-3542 ext. 460
dcorbett@swndha
nshealth.ca
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