top of page

Episodic Care

Episodic care is my specialty. With 10 years of experience as a Nurse Practitioner, the majority of my practice has been dedicated to this type of care. If your concern isn't listed, please don't hesitate to email me to see if it's suitable for a consultation.

Suitable Episodic Care

  • Acid reflux or heartburn

  • Acne

  • Birth control consultations

  • Cold and flu symptoms

  • Cold sores

  • Conjunctivitis

  • Contraceptive Counselling

  • Coughs and sore throats

  • Diaper Rash

  • Earaches

  • Eczema

  • Erectile Dysfunction

  • Mastitis

  • Minor allergic reactions

  • Minor skin infections (e.g., impetigo)

  • Seasonal allergies

  • Sexual Health

  • Simple rashes / dermatitis

  • Sinus infections

  • Styes

  • Tick Bite 

  • Toenail or Fingernail Infection

  • Urinary tract infections

  • Vaginal Discharge

  • Work notes for < 2 weeks 

  • Yeast Infections


​
 

This list includes episodic care concerns that are often suitable for virtual care, but it's important to assess each case individually to ensure it's appropriate for remote treatment. The NP has the right to decline inappropriate requests. 

Unsuitable Concerns 

Breathing Difficulties:

  • Severe asthma attacks

  • Significant wheezing or gasping for air

 

Complicated or Unclear Symptoms:

  • Complex conditions needing diagnostic tests (e.g., X-rays)

  • Symptoms that require physical examination (e.g., palpation of the abdomen, reflex tests)

  • Unintentional weight loss 
     

Emergencies:

  • Chest pain or suspected heart attack

  • Loss of consciousness

  • Seizures

  • Severe abdominal pain

  • Severe burns

  • Severe shortness of breath or difficulty breathing

  • Stroke symptoms (e.g., sudden numbness, difficulty speaking)

  • Traumatic injuries (e.g., deep cuts, fractures, head injuries)

​​

Intense or Unmanageable Pain:

  • Severe pain not relieved by over-the-counter medications

  • Sudden, intense headaches (especially if different from usual headaches)

​

Mental Health Crises:

  • Psychosis or severe changes in mental state

  • Severe anxiety or panic attacks not responding to usual treatments

  • Suicidal thoughts or behaviors


Neurological Issues:

  • Headaches / Migraines

  • New or worsening neurological symptoms (e.g., loss of coordination, slurred speech)

  • Sudden onset of weakness or paralysis

​​

Obstetric Emergencies:​

  • Heavy vaginal bleeding

  • Preterm labor symptoms

  • Severe abdominal pain during pregnancy

 

Potential Surgical Issues:

  • ​Acute appendicitis

  • Gallbladder attacks

  • Hernias that have become painful or swollen


Severe Allergic Reactions:

  • Anaphylaxis (e.g., difficulty breathing, swelling of the face or throat, hives)

  • Severe reactions to medications, foods, or insect stings


Severe Eye Problems:​

  • Foreign objects in the eye

  • Severe eye pain or injury

  • Sudden vision loss or changes in vision


Severe Infections:

  • High fever with chills or confusion

  • Severe ear or throat infections

  • Suspected sepsis (signs include rapid heart rate, extreme fatigue, confusion)


Uncontrolled Bleeding:

  • Bleeding that soaks through bandages

  • Heavy bleeding from any site that doesn’t stop with pressure

  • Unexplained Weight Loss or Fevers:

  • Prolonged fevers without an obvious cause​

​

At this time chronic disease management will not be offered. 

bottom of page