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Accessing Pediatric Endocrinology Online in Canada

Dr. Zaar

Here’s why more families are opting for virtual care: 1. Shorter Wait Times: In-person referrals can come with frustratingly long waitlists. Care from Anywhere: Families in remote or rural areas can now access the same high-quality care as those in urban centers—without the hassle of long trips.

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Hormone virtual consultation for PCOS | Canadian women

Dr. Zaar

Instead of waiting for months for in-Persen referrals, women can now receive timely assessment and recommendations from the comfort of their homes. Once referred by a family doctor (which many services now help streamline), you can connect with an endocrinologist who will review your symptoms, blood work, and medical history.

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"Sludge audits" identify obstacles to completing colorectal cancer screening

Common Sense Family Doctor

Paperwork required to sign up for health insurance and to establish care with a practice. Travel to the doctor’s office. Patients with Medicaid insurance or dual Medicare-Medicare coverage were more likely than those with private insurance to report sludge. Wait times.