Why see an online doctor in Vancouver?

With approximately 2.5 million residents in the metro area, Vancouver, British Columbia is a huge city! Large populations often mean longer wait times at the doctor’s office. Increasingly, it is harder and harder to find a doctor accepting patients in Vancouver. Walk-in clinics, when available, are often packed with patients.

This is where Walk In can help. Our team of online physicians can help address your needs so that you feel better, faster.

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Virtual Doctor’s Appointments in Vancouver Have Never Been Easier

At Walk In, you can book a virtual doctor’s appointment online in minutes. It’s easy. Click the “Book Now” button to get started. If you have questions about the cost of telehealth services in Vancouver, we have a pricing guide to help you before booking your appointment. Services covered under MSP are free with a valid health card. Additionally, we see patients for doctor’s notes, private visits, and online prescriptions. You can find more of the services we offer by clicking here

 

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Virtual Walk-in Clinic FAQs

Want to learn more about virtual walk-in clinics and medical care in Vancouver, BC? We can help! Here are some frequently asked questions.

How do online doctor’s appointments work at Walk In?

Our booking process involves four simple steps. The first step is to provide your relevant registration information. This includes things like your name, date of birth, and MSP health card. The second step involves selecting the reason for your visit. Thirdly, you will be asked to select how you would like your appointment to be carried out (eg. phone or video call) and select a time. The final step simply involves confirming all the details! Once booked, you’ll get a confirmation email as well.

What services can be provided by a virtual walk-in clinic near me?

Virtual walk-in clinics are useful for common and minor day-to-day illnesses. The best care is always with your longitudinal Family Doctor. That being said, if you don’t have easy access to care, Walk In aims to help out. Please note that not all issues can be addressed virtually. More urgent and emergency issues are not appropriate for virtual care. A simple way of approaching it would be – if you think your issue would require a physical exam, it usually needs in-person care.

Which hospitals are located in Vancouver?

There are several world-class hospitals located in Vancouver, BC. These are Vancouver General Hospital, St. Paul’s Hospital, Mount Saint Joseph Hospital, BC Children’s Hospital, and BC Women’s Hospital.

Where are the emergency departments in Vancouver?

The two largest hospitals in Vancouver (Vancouver General Hospital and St. Paul’s Hospital) both have emergency departments that are open 24/7. There is also the BC Children’s Hospital Emergency Department which is open 24/7. Mount Saint Joseph Hospital also has an emergency department, which as of 2021, is open from 8 am to 8 pm.

What is the local Divisions of Family Practice in Vancouver?

The Vancouver Division of Family Practice is a leader and facilitator of primary care. They have worked to create an engaged physician community and collaborative health care system in Vancouver. They are a not-for-profit society funded by the Government of BC and Doctors of BC and work in partnership with the BC Ministry of Health, Vancouver Coastal Health, Providence Health Care, and other community organizations. Building off the rich and diverse ways that family doctors provide primary care, the overarching goal of the Vancouver Division is to support our physician members and advocate that they get the necessary tools to look after their patients. They can be found at 202 – 777 W Broadway, Vancouver, BC, V5Z 4J7.

Is there an urgent care centre in Vancouver?

There are several urgent care centres in Vancouver. These include:

  • City Centre Urgent Primary Care Centre at 1290 Hornby Street, Vancouver, BC, V6Z 0A3
  • Northeast Urgent and Primary Care Centre at 102-2788 East Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC, V5K 1Z9
  • REACH Urgent and Primary Care Centre at 1145 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC, V5L 3X3
A full list of Urgent Care Centres can be found here.  

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