How an Online Doctor Can Help With Birth Control
Answers to your questions and practical next steps.
Your Questions
Review your priorities, current method, side effects and relevant medical history. A physician can consider which options may be suitable and what additional checks are needed.
Next Steps
Discuss hormonal and non-hormonal methods, how they are used and their limitations. Prescriptions or further appointments depend on the method and your individual assessment.
Timely Advice
If contraception failed or you had unprotected sex, seek advice about emergency contraception promptly; timing matters. Severe abdominal pain or fainting with a possible pregnancy needs urgent medical assessment.
Discuss Birth Control With a Physician
Walk In connects eligible patients in its service areas with BC-licensed physicians for phone or video appointments. The physicians provide the medical care.
MSP-covered visits are free for eligible patients.
Understanding Birth Control
Contraception helps prevent pregnancy through several different methods. Effectiveness, ease of use, bleeding changes and health considerations all matter. The most suitable option is one that is medically appropriate and fits your needs and preferences.
Options and Next Steps
A physician can help compare options and review safe use. Some methods require a procedure with a trained provider. Most birth control methods do not protect against sexually transmitted infections; condoms can help reduce that risk.
Your Appointment in Three Steps
Step 1 Book Your Visit
Choose a service and review the eligible location and care requirements before selecting an available appointment.
Step 2 Speak With a Doctor
Connect by phone or video. Your doctor may need video or an in-person assessment to understand your concern.
Step 3 Plan Your Next Steps
Your doctor will discuss a care plan. Prescriptions, notes, tests and referrals depend on the assessment and clinical need.
Before Your Appointment
What to Have Ready
- Current method and any missed doses or recent unprotected sex
- Medicines, medical history and blood pressure readings if available
- Your priorities and previous contraception experiences
Learn about the physicians on Walk In and their backgrounds before your appointment.
Questions About Birth Control
Can a Physician Help Me Get an IUD?
Yes. A physician can discuss hormonal and copper IUDs, how they differ in bleeding patterns and whether either fits your preferences and medical history. They can also review pregnancy risk, relevant medications and any questions about the insertion procedure.
If an IUD is appropriate, the physician can provide a referral to a clinician or clinic that performs insertions. The discussion can also cover contraception to use while waiting and what to confirm with the insertion provider before your appointment.
How Can I Change Birth Control if My Current Method Is Not Working for Me?
Start with what you want to improve: missed pills, irregular bleeding, mood concerns, acne, convenience or another issue. A physician can compare suitable options and review factors such as migraine history, blood pressure, smoking, other medicines and pregnancy plans. These details affect which methods are a good fit.
Ask for a clear switching plan before stopping your current method. The timing of the change and any need for temporary backup contraception depend on the methods involved and whether there has been recent unprotected sex.
What Should I Do if I Miss Birth Control Pills or May Need Emergency Contraception?
Advice depends on the exact pill, how many were missed, where you are in the pack and when you last had sex without a condom. Keep the package or a photograph available. Vomiting, diarrhea and some medication interactions can also affect protection.
Seek advice promptly from a pharmacist or clinician because emergency contraception is time sensitive. They can help choose an appropriate option and explain when to restart or continue your regular method, how long to use backup protection and when a pregnancy test may be useful.
Who Can Book, and What Does It Cost?
Booking is available to eligible patients in Walk In’s service areas. MSP-covered physician visits are free for eligible patients. Check the booking portal for current eligibility and appointment availability. See pricing for private visits and other services.
Health Information Sources
This page provides general information. Your physician will assess your individual symptoms and medical history.
Speak With a Doctor About Birth Control
Connect with a physician through Walk In. Check your eligibility and choose an available appointment.