Find below a list of resource links and helpful information for patients in the South Peace (Chetwynd, Dawson Creek, Tumbler Ridge and surrounding area).
Looking for a Family Doctor of Nurse Practioner in the South Peace?
If you live in the South Peace and don't have a family doctor or nurse practitioner, register for the Health Connect Registry. A strong, long-term primary care provider and patient relationship is an important step in you and your family’s healthful living.
The Health Connect Registry(opens in new tab) is operated by HealthLinkBC and helps local coordinators connect BC patients with a primary care provider in their communities. Click the link below to visit the Health Connect Registry or call HealthLinkBC at 8-1-1 for advice or to register.
Are you ready to register for a family doctor or nurse practitioner?
When you register, you are added to a list of people in need of a family doctor or nurse practitioner in your community. The list is securely shared with attachment coordinators who are working in the South Peace area to match residents with primary care providers who can take on new patients.
Registration only takes a few minutes. You can register yourself, your family members or a person in your care. In order to register, you will need to provide the following personal information:
- Your Personal Health Number (PHN), found on your BC Services Card or BC Driver's Licence
- Your home address
- Your email address and phone number
To help us find you a match, you will have the option to inform HealthLink BC of any new and recent changes to your health when you register. Find out more about the health questions.
Northern Health Virtual Clinic
The Northern Health Virtual Clinic is an option until you are connected with a Family Doctor or Nurse Practitioner.
They are available daily from 10:00 A.M. to 10:00 P.M. (PST) at 1-844-645-7811
First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day
First Nations Virtual Doctor of the Day is available to all First Nations people and their families living in BC. The program includes Doctors of Indigenous ancestry, and all care professionals are trained to follow the principles and practices of cultural safety and humility.
Call 1-855-344-3800 (Toll Free) between 8:30 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. 7 days a week to book an appointment.
BC Cancer Screening
Cancer Screening Saves Lives - Take a positive step for your health and get screened.
BC Cancer has four province-wide screening programs for breast, cervical, colon and lung cancer.
BC Pharmacist Services
Pharmacists are an important part of your health care team and offer a variety of services. Not only do they consult on and dispense prescriptions, they can also assess and prescribe for 21 minor ailments. Please visit your preferred pharmacist for more information or click the link below to learn more.