Dr. Nutter is dedicated to providing high-quality evidence-based pediatric care.
iMportant iNFO FOR PARENTS:
It is important that your child has regular follow-ups with your GP. If your child's issue changes or worsens over time - Dr. Nutter requires a written update from your GP (this may impact your wait time).
Always book an appointment / discuss concerns with your primary care provider / GP first.
If the issue requires a specialist, your GP can send a referral to a Pediatrician.
Please be aware that appointment no-shows / last minute appointment cancellations, and not submitting requested documents / forms causes delays & contributes to longer specialist wait times...
need a family doctor? take action!
Research shows that having a good working relationship with your family doctor can result in better health, earlier diagnosis of potentially serious problems, and fewer hospital stays.
PROBLEM = almost 1 million British Columbians don’t have, and can’t get, a family doctor.
We are currently in a primary health care CRISIS.
The chronic overcrowding of emergency departments has reached a critical level.
Patients are frustrated. Physicians (GPs and specialists) are getting more and more burnt out...
Wait times to see specialists are getting longer and longer...
It's time to speak up & use your voice to let the government know you care about having a family doctor...
- Family doctors play a critical role in our health care system, acting as the central hub for managing health or illness for patients & their families.
- Your family doctor is often your first point of contact with the health care system when you need medical care or advice about your health throughout the different stages of your life.
- Family physicians work with other medical specialists and health care professionals to deliver comprehensive, coordinated, patient-centered care.
TIPS...
- Register with the Health Connect Registry – if you live in British Columbia and need a family doctor or nurse practitioner, register using the Health Connect Registry using this link.
- Your local Division of Family Practice who may have knowledge of family physicians who are accepting new patients: https://www.divisionsbc.ca or visit Pathways Medical Care Directory
PHARMACISTS can also help during this primary care crisis...
In BC, pharmacists can prescribe medications within the scope of the "Minor Ailments and Contraception Service" (MACS) program which includes prescription & over-the-counter medications for....
- Minor Ailments:
- Antibiotic medications for uncomplicated UTIs
- Antiviral medications for cold sores and shingles
- Topical medications for minor skin conditions like eczema and insect bites
- Anthelmintic medications for threadworms and pinworms
- Antihistamines for allergies and urticaria
- Contraception: Pharmacists can prescribe various forms of hormonal contraception.
Did you know...
- Pharmacists can also renew medications for all ongoing conditions, except cancer chemotherapy, for up to 24 months from the original prescription date.
- Pharmacists can also refill emergency medication (up to a 90 day supply / at their discretion).
“What we don’t want to see happen is patients going into the ER / UPCC for prescription renewals. It makes no sense for individuals to have to sit hours in a waiting for a prescription. Pharmacists have the knowledge and the training to provide these clinical services and deliver them well.” -Dr. Bonnie Henry
please note:
The content on this website is not intended to replace comprehensive medical advice, health counseling, therapy, etc. Always seek the advice of your physician if you have any concerns or questions about your child's health.
Though Dr. Nutter has made every attempt to assure that her website content is accurate and complete; new research and information may become available at a later time.