4 Benefits of Choosing Private Healthcare From a Nurse Practitioner

Nurse practitioners (NPs) have been integral to the healthcare system since the 1960s. NPs are highly trained to assess patients, diagnose them, order tests, make referrals, offer treatments, prescribe medications and manage overall care. 

Our healthcare system is currently under strain, and the need for providers is growing. With over half of all Canadians without a family doctor or timely care options, alternative yet effective services are a growing necessity. With the recent change in legislation, NP clinics are beginning to offer private healthcare services in Alberta, and there are many benefits to choosing that route. 

Treatment Options From Experienced Practitioners

Our carefully selected Nurse Practitioners provide top-tier healthcare services to meet your needs. Each of our executive NPs brings over 30 years of clinical experience and proven excellence in healthcare delivery. Our NPs exclusively offer their services within our private practice model, requiring an annual service fee to maintain patient enrollment.

Our providers have extensive training in chronic disease management, including complex diabetes care, cardiovascular disease, weight management, mental health, and complex pain management. Some of our team specializes in women’s health, cardiology, diabetes, geriatrics, obesity, and mental health.

Reduced Wait Times

Wait times aren’t just important in the emergency room. Patients may wait weeks, months, or even years to see their doctor or a specialist. In critical circumstances, this can be unacceptable. For patients with chronic illnesses who need regular treatments, wait times could mean severe repercussions for their symptoms. 

Wait times have been a common criticism of our healthcare system, and a recent study showed that patients with chronic pain typically waited three months for important appointments. These wait times left them unable to manage their everyday tasks, and many missed work or school as a result.

Private healthcare offers an alternative solution, with shorter wait times and greater access to the care patients desperately need.

More One-on-One Time With Your Care Provider

Typically, private healthcare providers spend twice as much time with patients versus traditional practices. More time with your provider means that you can discuss all your health concerns and build a relationship with your care provider. Ultimately, you’ll receive more personalized treatment.

Convenience

One key advantage of choosing private healthcare is the comfort and convenience it offers. Many people feel uneasy in hospital settings and are concerned about potential exposure to pathogens. Private healthcare allows you to receive treatment in a more comfortable environment, whether at a private practice, through telemedicine, or at home.

Private Healthcare Services in Calgary

Choosing private healthcare means access to top-tier treatment options from experienced practitioners. Our NPs bring over 30 years of clinical expertise and offer services within a private practice model, offering reduced wait times, more one-on-one time with your care provider, and the comfort and convenience of receiving care in a setting that suits you—whether it’s at our private clinic coming soon, through virtual means, or at home. Learn more about our private healthcare services in Alberta and how we can provide the best care you deserve.

Blog posts from Compass Health Group are for general information only. The content should not be considered medical advice. If you are in need of professional medical advice or assistance, please reach out to your local doctor or clinic.