Nurse practitioners centre to open

Nov 13, 2006- 5:26 PM

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In a news release, Sudbury MPP Rick Bartolucci says he is pleased the provincial government is improving access to health services in northeastern Ontario by investing more than $1 million to establish a nurse practitioner primary health care clinic.

The clinic will have up to six nurse practitioners and will have three sites – two in Greater Sudbury (one of those being in Dowling) and one in Chapleau.

The nurse practitioners will provide comprehensive care to about 5,000 patients who do not have a family doctor.
The clinic will be evaluated in three years to ensure that it has led to improved access, patient satisfaction, integration with family doctors, and better health outcomes.

“Nurse practitioners are a valuable and integral part of our health care system,” says Bartolucci. “The establishment of this clinic will increase access to vital primary health care services for residents of Northern Ontario.”

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12 Comments

Just Me_4 11/30/2006 10:34:15 AM - Report Abuse

From "Local nurse practitioners underemployed" (October 5, 2006) to "Nurse practitioners centre to open" (November 13, 2006) ... that's incredible! Congrats to all involved in this move to ameliorate the access to primary health care for those in the Sudbury & environs! Wish similar improvements could be made across the province :)
BLESSED 11/25/2006 9:56:07 AM - Report Abuse

A HUGE thank you for this new clinic! BLESS Minister Rick and mayor Dave for all of their hard work, as I and many Sudburians will be truly BLESSED to have access to health care!
RN 11/21/2006 9:25:34 PM - Report Abuse

Brad-do some research so that can make some educated comments about health care. The health care system can not run with only "100% trained and qualified doctors".
Dan Cardinal_23 11/16/2006 8:34:42 AM - Report Abuse

Brad Nailer: do like a banana and just go split... or get a real job flipping burgers...
K_30 11/15/2006 12:04:36 PM - Report Abuse

Nurse practionners are valuable. I am in my 20s and in good health and I'd rather see a nurse practionner than a doctor.
tili_1 11/14/2006 10:22:41 PM - Report Abuse

Congratulations Minister Rick and Mayor Dave, great work, the people of Greater Sudbury will benefit immensely from these nurse practitioners. Thank you for providing services that will make us a healthier community.
Shawn_106 11/14/2006 2:58:02 PM - Report Abuse

Cranky Critic. What can I say but Bravo,I couldn't have said it better.
Just asking? 11/14/2006 2:01:57 PM - Report Abuse

Brad When you are ill and have to see a doctor, won't it be nice to see them in a reasonable amount of time without having to sit in a crowded waiting room filled with overbooked appointments most of whom are kids waiting to get their immunization shot or have their runny noses looked at?
Dowling Delighted 11/14/2006 12:37:35 PM - Report Abuse

As a resident of Dowling for 35 years I can tell you the addition of a Nurse practitioner health clinic is indeed excellent news in our underserviced area. Congratulations to Minister Rick and to now past Mayor Dave for their efforts in making this happen.
Better Than Nothing 11/14/2006 11:00:27 AM - Report Abuse

Until more doctors are available courtesy of the medical school, I'll take any additions to health care that I can get that improve the situation. Establishing these practitioners does exactly that, nicely done Rick.
Cranky Critic_8 11/14/2006 10:59:13 AM - Report Abuse

Dear Brad As it has been determined that you have significantly less cranial capacity than a chicken, we have determined that you do not qualify for medical attention. May I direct you to one of our fine local vets.
Brad Nailer_138 11/13/2006 10:46:25 PM - Report Abuse

That's nice. I pay hefty taxes and a $900/year "Health Premium" When I'm ill, I want to see a 100% trained and qualified doctor. Thank you very much.