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Enhancing Healthcare Access and Quality: Welcoming Nurse Practitioners to QDoc 

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QDoc is thrilled to welcome the addition of Nurse Practitioners to our service, further fortifying our commitment to address bridging the gaps in the Manitoba healthcare system. While many may be unfamiliar with the role of a Nurse Practitioner, it’s beneficial to understand the value and impact they can make on our health and well-being.  

In this article, we will clarify what a Nurse Practitioner really is, and shed light on the reasons why consulting a Nurse Practitioner through QDoc can be beneficial to you. 

What can a Nurse Practitioner do?  

A Nurse Practitioner (NP) first starts their career as a registered nurse and then goes on to have additional training and education. Nurse practitioners can, but are not exactly limited to doing the following: 

  • Order and interpret tests such as diagnostic imaging and lab work 
  • Analyze test results 
  • Prescribe medications and refill existing prescriptions 
  • Diagnose medical conditions, illnesses, and diseases 
  • Gather and record medical histories and symptoms. 
  • Perform medical procedures  
  • Write referrals for medical specialists 

NPs possess a broad spectrum of skills that significantly enhance the quality of healthcare. The presence of Nurse Practitioners is on the rise in many Canadian provinces, with NP positions expanding into more diverse areas such as long-term care, pediatrics, women’s health, emergency medicine, and more. They can be found working in various healthcare settings, including hospitals, doctor’s offices, clinics, emergency rooms, nursing homes, urgent care facilities, and now in the realm of virtual care services like QDoc! 

What can’t a Nurse Practitioner do?  

As we know, not all medical needs can be addressed through remote consultations, as there are certain limitations to virtual healthcare. In such cases, our local online doctors write referrals to specialists or schedule in-person appointments for patients at our partner clinics. Nurse Practitioners on our team follow the same approach and, when necessary, collaborate with our physicians to ensure that patients receive the most appropriate care. 

 

Choosing a Nurse Practitioner Through QDoc 

Patients will have the choice of whether they want to see an NP through QDoc, before entering our waitlist. We recommend choosing based on your own comfort but note that wait times may be faster if the patient is okay with either a physician or Nurse Practitioner.  

 

Conclusion:  

Incorporating Nurse Practitioners into the QDoc team represents a significant step forward in enhancing the accessibility and quality of healthcare services. These skilled professionals are equipped to address a wide range of medical needs and work seamlessly alongside our physicians to provide comprehensive care. By bridging the gap between virtual and in-person healthcare, Nurse Practitioners can make a lasting impact on the well-being of our community.

Have any questions or want more information about seeing a nurse practitioner on www.qdoc.ca? visit our Contact us page and connect with our support team, Monday to Friday from 8:30-4:30. Our dedicated staff are happy to help with any inquiries you may have.  

QDoc provides high-quality, provincially funded virtual medical care with cutting-edge technology that digitally connects you to an online doctor in Manitoba, ready to see you for any non-emergent medical issue. Open 24/7, weekends and evenings. Register today at QDoc.ca.  

https://news.athabascau.ca/faculty/faculty-of-health-disciplines/nursepractitioners-7-things-you-might-not-know/ 

https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/articles/24651-nurse-practitioner 

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