General Primary Care

Primary care is the front door to healthcare where you go for regular checkups, help with common illnesses, and ongoing health support. It's usually your first connection to the healthcare system, where doctors and nurses help prevent problems and treat everyday health issues.

Your primary care team includes family doctors, nurses and nurse practitioners. These healthcare providers build long-term relationships with you and your family, giving personalized care that considers your whole health picture and community needs.

What Is Team-Based Care?

Team-based care brings together different healthcare professionals who work together to take care of you. Instead of seeing one doctor, you benefit from the knowledge and skills of nurses, dietitians, pharmacists, and other healthcare workers who coordinate your care, through a referral from your family doctor.

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Primary Care vs. Emergency Care

Emergency rooms deal with urgent problems and primary care focuses on prevention and routine care — saving you money and hospital visits in the long run.

Regular primary care keeps you healthier by preventing problems before they get serious and helps manage ongoing conditions. Unlike specialists who focus on one area, your primary care provider handles many health issues and gets to know you over time. 

No Family Doctor? We Can Help

Through our CarePoint Connects Program, we will match you with a nurse practitioner who can diagnose conditions, prescribe medications, and make specialist referrals. All services are covered by OHIP or IFH while we work on connecting you with a permanent family doctor.