Family Physicians accepting new patients

The Annapolis Valley Health District is aggressively recruiting for family physicians and we are hopeful that we will be able to attract new physicians in the near future. Until that time, many residents of Kings County will be without Family Doctors. Currently, there are no other Family Practices taking on new patients. Patient Safety is our highest priority and so we encourage patients without Family Physicians to utilize the following clinics:

Eastern Kings Memorial Health Centre (Wolfville) from Monday - Friday, 5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. and Saturday, Sunday and Holidays from 12:00 noon to 5:00 p.m. and in Western Kings Memorial Health Centre (Berwick) Monday to Thursday, 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m., Friday 8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. and Weekends, 10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m. 

Any announcements about new physicians will be widely advertised.

As new physicians set up medical practices in the District, the AVH Office of the VP Medicine will update a list of family physicians currently accepting new patients. There may be delays between when a physician stops taking patients and when their name is removed from the list.

Family Physicians are independent professionals and choose how to develop and restrict their family practice. Some may practice part-time or full-time and some may or may not provide "comprehensive care" to patients.

Let the Department of Health Know You Need Help Finding a Family Doctor

The NS Physician Referral Service of the Nova Scotia Department of Health helps individuals find family practitioners who are accepting new patients. The Physician Referral Service contact number is (902) 424-3047. Due to high demand, the referral service may not be able to respond immediately to patient requests. Patients who are experiencing urgent health problems should contact their nearest hospital emergency department.