East Kootenay Primary Care Network
Patient-Centred Coordinated Healthcare
Our workplace is within the ancestral, traditional and unceded homelands of the Ktunaxa and Secwépemc Peoples. We also recognize the Métis and other Indigenous Peoples who reside within ɁamakɁis Ktunaxa, where we are grateful to live, learn, collaborate and work together.
Last updated: September 12, 2024
This page provides information and news about primary care health services for people living in and around East Kootenay.
On this page
- Overview
- Find a primary care provider
- Access services in your community
- What's happening in your community
Overview
A Primary Care Network (PCN) is a community-based network of health care professionals and clinics who plan and deliver the health care needs of a community.
The East Kootenay PCN is working to improve the health of the population through timely access to comprehensive, person-centred, team-based care that is equitable and culturally safe. In the EKPCN, teams of healthcare professionals such as family physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, allied health professionals, clinic staff, midwives and Aboriginal care navigators collaborate to improve delivery of primary care to patients. For more information visit www.ekpcn.ca
In East Kootenay, the Primary Care Network provides services in and around these communities:
Find a family doctor or nurse practitioner
The East Kootenay Primary Care Network is working with family practice clinics in East Kootenay communities to help individuals and families find a family doctor or nurse practitioner. If you need a primary care provider, register on the Health Connect Registry to get matched with a family doctor or nurse practitioner in your community.
When you register, you are added to a centralized list for your community. You can also register your family members or a person in your care. Registration takes less than 10 minutes. Be prepared to provide your:
- Personal Health Number (PHN) found on your BC Services Card
- Home address
- Email address
- Phone number
Access primary care health services
Search for primary care health services and support in your community.
You can also search our list of all health services available throughout B.C., which includes services related to primary care, emergency care, mental health and substance use, home care, public health units, pharmacies, labs and more.
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Gourlay's Golden Pharmacy
Provides pharmacy services for individuals to obtain, understand and manage their prescriptions. Hours of operation may be subject to change; call ahead to confirm.
826 9th Avenue S, Golden, BC V0A 1H0
Pharmacy
Gray's Compounding Pharmacy Remedy's Rx
Provides pharmacy services for individuals to obtain, understand and manage their prescriptions. Hours of operation may be subject to change; call ahead to confirm.
417 304th Street, Kimberley, BC V1A 3H4
Pharmacy
IGS Value Drug Mart
Provides pharmacy services for individuals to obtain, understand and manage their prescriptions. Hours of operation may be subject to change; call ahead to confirm.
Also provides naloxone kits to people who use opioids or are likely to witn...
441 2nd Avenue, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0
Pharmacy
Invermere Medical Clinic
Provides healthcare for individuals and families at community-based family practice clinics. Patients can get care from their primary care provider, either a family doctor or a nurse practitioner, and their teams.
Family practice clinics pr...
937 7th Avenue, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0
Family Practice Clinic - mixed Longitudinal care, walk-in care
Kimberley Medical Clinic
Provides healthcare for individuals and families at community-based family practice clinics. Patients can get care from their primary care provider, either a family doctor or a nurse practitioner, and their teams.
Family practice clinics pr...
260 4th Avenue, Kimberley, BC V1A 2R6
Family Practice Clinic - mixed Longitudinal care, walk-in care
Lambert-Kipp Pharmacy
Provides pharmacy services for individuals to obtain, understand and manage their prescriptions. Hours of operation may be subject to change; call ahead to confirm.
Also provides naloxone kits to people who use opioids or are likely to witn...
1301 7th Avenue, Invermere, BC V0A 1K0
Pharmacy
Loblaws
Provides pharmacy services for individuals to obtain, understand, and manage their prescriptions. Hours of operation may be subject to change, please call ahead to confirm.
1501 Cook Street, Creston, BC V0B 1G0
Pharmacy
Loblaws
Provides pharmacy services for individuals to obtain, understand, and manage their prescriptions. Hours of operation may be subject to change, please call ahead to confirm.
2100 17th Street N, Cranbrook, BC V1C 7J1
Pharmacy
Loblaws
Provides pharmacy services for individuals to obtain, understand, and manage their prescriptions. Hours of operation may be subject to change, please call ahead to confirm.
1792 9th Avenue, Fernie, BC V0B 1M0
Pharmacy
Maternity Services
Provides prenatal and early postpartum care and support for pregnant people and their families before, during and after childbirth. Patients are cared for throughout pregnancy and for approximately 6 weeks after childbirth to address health concer...
13 24th Avenue N, Cranbrook, BC V1C 3H9
Maternity Care
What’s happening in your community
Strengthening our work through connection, collaboration, and conversation
The East Kootenay Primary Care Network (EKPCN) is committed to empowering, supporting, and connecting the dedicated individuals who help form the bedrock of primary care clinics within our communities. To advance this priority, we introduced the East Kootenay PCN Peer Network in 2023.
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Pulmonary Rehab Group Benefits COPD Patients in Columbia Valley
A new group program has revitalized respiratory health and well-being for some Invermere and area residents living with Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). The Pulmonary Rehab Group aims to help participants better control their disease and reduce emergency visits and hospitalizations.
Pharmacy Services in B.C.
Pharmacists are an important part of your health care team and offer a variety of services. They are able to assess and prescribe for 21 minor ailments, prescribe contraceptives, renew prescriptions, and give vaccines.