In years past, having patients come in for an “Annual Physical” was commonplace in any family medicine practice.  As evidence has evolved, we have realized that the time and cost of this practice can be better used elsewhere. The actual physical examination component of a yearly visit has never been shown to be of utility. […]

Heart Disease Risk Reduction by Dr. Keith Barry Alberta Health has developed an online tool to help you calculate your “heart age”. This represents your risk of future heart disease and cardiovascular events. It is accompanied by information on how you can reduce your risk. The Heart Disease Risk Calculator can be found at: https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Alberta/Pages/Heart-Disease-Risk-Calculator.aspx […]

Seven years ago, Pat Elmes was living in constant pain. Osteoarthritis (OA) had taken hold of the joints in both hips. According to the Arthritis Society, osteoarthritis is a progressing disease of the joint that breaks down cartilage and can affect the joint capsule, ligaments and underlying bone.  It can cause pain and swelling in […]

COVID-19, our PCN team, and member physicians Protecting the health, safety and wellness of patients, physicians and staff has always been and continues to be our top priority. We have maintained access to primary care services during the COVID-19 pandemic with our providers through in-person, telephone and video appointments (virtual appointments) for patients. We appreciate […]