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Do I need a Referral Letter to book an appointment?

A referral letter from a health professional’s office is recommended for new patients to speed up specialist scheduling. Existing patients of our practice can book their own follow-up appointment using this secure website link :

How long will my appointment take?

The physician you’re seeing is a specialist and can be called upon to provide advice and assistance to other doctors throughout the day. We suggest not booking other appointments on the day of your visit to avoid potential schedule conflicts. Budgeting at least an hour for your appointment is suggested. There is free parking in front of the building.

Once a referral letter is sent out on my behalf how long does it take to book an appointment?

Wait times will vary depending on the nature of the medical problem and the specialist you are seeing.

What will happen during my initial appointment?

The physician will review your history and perform an examination, following this, any necessary tests will be ordered and a follow-up examination will be arranged to review the results and determine an evidence-based treatment plan with you to optimize your results.

When should I book my appointment for an IUD insertion?

Ideally, it would be placed during your period up to the 1st week after. But we can place an IUD anytime as long as you are not pregnant. We do pregnancy tests before placement.

Is it normal to experience bleeding, clotting and cramping after an IUD insertion?

Spotting and cramping are common symptoms following IUD placement but if you experience unusual increasing pain and heavy bleeding following placement please contact our office (780) 882-8955

Can I come to my appointment if I am on my period?

Yes, you are welcome to come to your appointment

Once I have filled out all surgical forms and signed the consent, how long after till my surgery be booked?

At this time there is a 2 month wait for surgical bookings. You will receive a phone call from the Hospital Booking Office approximately 2 weeks before the intended date of the surgery,

How long do I need to be off work following surgery?

Recovery times will vary with the type of surgery you are having. The recovery times will be discussed with you on your visit.

Which hospital do I go to for my Surgery or Labour & Delivery?

Proceed to the new Grande Prairie Regional Hospital (not the QE2). This is an acute care facility with 24 HR Emergency service. Surgeries for Obstetrics and Gynecology patients are performed here along with assessment for labour and delivery of patients. The address is
11205 – 110 Street, Grande Prairie, AB T8V4B1
Grande Prairie Regional Hospital Link
Hospital Switchboard: (825) 412-4000