Good Doctors telemedicine clinic to open in Beaverton

Whitby, Ontario – The Regional Municipality of Durham, in partnership with the Township of Brock, have entered an agreement to bring Good Doctors telemedicine to Beaverton—a service that’s been providing quality health care to Ontario residents since 2015.

This telemedicine clinic will be available by appointment to residents without a family doctor. It will operate three days per week in an office space that has a separate entrance on the main floor at Lakeview Manor long-term care home, located at 133 Main Street, Beaverton. It is scheduled to open before the end of 2024.

The Good Doctors telemedicine clinic offers non-urgent, medical services that are covered by the Ontario Health Insurance Plan (OHIP), such as:

• Care and treatment for common acute illnesses and symptoms, coughs, upper respiratory tract infections, ear pain, influenza, bug bites, minor cuts and wounds, urinary tract infections, skin rash and strep throat.
• Screening and treatment for chronic conditions, such as high cholesterol, hypertension and diabetes.
• Basic diagnostic tests, including those used for strep, urinalysis, tuberculosis and pregnancy.
• Basic procedures, including injections, suture and staple removal and ear flushing.
• Prescription renewals.
• Referrals to specialist medical providers and the management of those referrals.

The Good Doctors telemedicine clinic is staffed with a registered practical nurse or registered nurse who meets with patients; documents their medical concerns and history; and connects them with a licensed Ontario physician via a video telemedicine platform. The nurse remains with the patient during the video consultation and assists the doctor with any necessary physical assessments.

More information will be shared when the clinic is open to the public.

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“Through strong partnerships and collaboration, we are helping drive positive change; ensuring safe, healthy and thriving communities. This vital service is a reflection of this work. Together, we have ensured that north Durham residents, who do not have a family doctor, can access high-quality medical services close to home.”

- John Henry, Regional Chair and CEO, Region of Durham

“Brock is very pleased with this development as we continue to work with all partners to improve the medical services available in Brock Township.  Brock, like many municipalities, continues to struggle through the shortage in medical practitioners and this agreement with Good Doctors is one way to provide some overdue relief for our residents. I want to thank Durham Region, Good Doctors, and everyone involved in making this happen for our residents.”

- Walter Schummer, Mayor and CEO, Township of Brock

"We are thrilled to partner with The Regional Municipality of Durham and the Township of Brock to expand our services and enhance healthcare access in the community. We applaud the leadership of the Region and the Township for their efforts in making this collaboration possible. This partnership underscores our commitment to providing high-quality, accessible medical care where it's needed most. We look forward to making a positive impact on the health and well-being of the residents we serve."

- Leo Liao, Director, Good Doctors

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