Services & Programs
by Our Health Centre
Our Health Centre offers a variety of programs and services aimed at enhancing the health and well-being of our community.
Services
Same Day Clinic
The Same Day Clinic provides same-day appointments for treating conditions requiring non-urgent care.
Healthcare Navigation Services
Our Healthcare Navigation Service is here to answer your questions and assist you in navigating the healthcare system.
THRIVE
Mental Health Services
THRIVE is a self-referred short-term support program. We offer appointments either in person or by telephone, ensuring a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment.
Specialty Clinics
We host a series of regular & periodic specialty clinics targeting specific needs within our community, including Well Women’s Clinic, Metabolic Health & Weight Management, Migraine Clinic, and our Forms Clinic.
Psychiatry
We are now able to offer a range of Psychiatric services to the community Chester & surrounding areas.
Programs
In partnership with various groups and practitioners in our region, Our Health Centre offers an array of programming both onsite and out in surrounding areas, aimed at increasing overall health and wellness within our community. For more information and a list of current offerings click the link below.
Same Day Clinic
The Same Day Clinic provides the ability to receive treatment for conditions requiring non-urgent and minor same-day care.
Some examples of conditions we can treat in the Same Day Clinic include:
Minor infections
Rashes
Upset stomachs
Minor cuts and burns
Minor strains
Sore throat
UTI
Some examples of services we can provide through the Same Day Clinic include:
DMV medical forms
Prescription renewals (we do not renew or prescribe controlled substance prescriptions such as narcotic pain medication)
Referrals to specialists
Referrals for X-ray and blood collections
Treatment that is not available at the Same Day Clinic:
Any condition requiring urgent or emergency care (chest pain, anaphylaxis, stroke-like symptoms)
Hours
Tuesday: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Thursday: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Friday: 9:00 am - 1:00 pm
*Hours subject to change
Phone lines will open throughout the week at 8am.
***Same Day Clinic will be CLOSED Wednesday, July 1st for Canada Day.
Please refer back to this page or our social media pages for updated information***
Booking an Appointment
To book an appointment, call 1-902-273-2098 at 8am each clinic day to make a same-day appointment. Walk-ins are not available.
Location
Second Floor
3769 Nova Scotia Trunk 3
Chester, NS B0J 1J0
B0J 1J0
Fax 902-417-1278
Whether you’re a new patient seeking information about our services or an existing patient looking for guidance, this page aims to address the most common concerns you may have. We understand that navigating healthcare can be overwhelming, so we’ve designed this FAQ section to streamline your experience and empower you with the knowledge you need. From appointment scheduling and insurance coverage to general inquiries about our facility, our goal is to provide clarity and support. If you can’t find the answers you’re looking for, don’t hesitate to reach out to our friendly staff who are dedicated to ensuring your well-being.
Same Day Clinic FAQ
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Anyone can be seen but if you already have a family doctor we encourage you try and book an appointment with them first.
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Yes. The clinic operates on a first come, first served basis. You may call the clinic 30 minutes prior to each clinic opening to make same-day appointments.
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Health Card
Medication List
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If you are a Canadian resident with a valid provincial or territorial health card (except for Quebec) most of our services are covered by your health card. Quebec residents, out of country residents, or those without a valid health card will have to pay for services.
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Out of Country Resident: $80
Quebec Resident: $75
Expired/No Health Card: $50
Completion of Forms
Government: $90
Medical/Legal: $90
Insurance/Disability: $90
Sick Note/Return to Work: $15
Parking Permit: $20
Daycare/Nursery School Form: $20
Drivers License Medical: $85
Ear Wax Removal (one ear): $20
Ear Wax Removal (both ears): $30
Travel Injections Only: $20
Tetanus Injection if Paying Privately: $20
PAP Smear if paying privately: $75
Injections (Prevnar, Depo Provera, B12) if paying privately: $20
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Some vaccines provided by public health such as measles and tetanus can be provided at the clinic. If you have vaccination records please bring them with you. The physician might need to order blood tests to ensure you are not allergic to the vaccination being requested.
Vaccinations for Hepatitis A&B can be provided by the Chester Pharmasave on payment of a fee. B12 and depo-provera injections are available however the patient must supply medication for injections.
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A copy will be sent to your family doctor if you have one. Once we receive your results, they are reviewed by the doctor or nurse practitioner. If there is anything of concern, you will be contacted to book a follow-up appointment to discuss your results. If the results are normal, you will not be contacted. If you have questions about if we’ve received your results, please contact the Medical Office Admin during healthcare navigation hours. Please note we can only release your results to you once the doctor or NP has signed off on them.
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We can provide refills for many medications on a short-term basis. We do not provide new prescriptions or refills for controlled substances, including narcotic pain medication.
Specialty Clinics
Metabolic Health & Weight Management
We are pleased to offer a specialty clinic for people who struggle to manage their weight and haven't been able to get lasting results on their own. For many people, weight is connected to how the body processes food and stores energy. This can be a complex, long-term health challenge that affects many aspects of your health and quality of life. Excess weight is part of a complex chronic medical condition that requires a supportive and evidence-based holistic approach to care. We're ready to help.
Forms Clinic
Forms requiring input & signatures from an attending practitioner can be time-consuming and not always immediately accessible. This monthly clinic makes this service more readily accessible, especially to individuals not yet attached to a family doctor. This includes but is not limited to the following types of forms:
-Driver’s Medicals
-Disability
-Veterans Affairs
Migraine Clinic
This clinic is aimed directly at individuals experiencing chronic pain & discomfort due to migraines. Therapeutic injections as a line of treatment can reduce symptoms while greatly improving quality of life, and include Botox, Occipital Nerve blocks and trigger point injections for patients with Chronic Migraine Headaches. We are very pleased to be able to offer these services now at OHC. Appointments are by referral only via your primary care provider. For more information, contact Cindy in our Same Day Clinic during administrative hours.
Booking an Appointment
To book an appointment for any of our Specialty Clinics call 1-902-273-2098 between 9am and 1pm from Tuesday to Friday.
Location
Second Floor
3769 Nova Scotia Trunk 3
Chester, NS B0J 1J0
B0J 1J0
Recruitment Opportunity
We’re looking for more healthcare providers to join our team!
Healthcare Navigation Services
Our Healthcare Navigation Service can answer questions or help you navigate the healthcare system.
Examples of how we can help:
Helping you find where to get care.
Downloading and setting up Your Health NS phone app.
Setting up your Virtual Health (Maple) account and helping you set up an appointment.
Booking your blood collection, ECG or x-ray appointment.
Registering on the Need a Family Practice Registry.
Updates on referrals you’ve been given at the Same Day Clinic
We cannot release results until a doctor or nurse practitioner has reviewed them
And much more!
If you’re unsure if we can help, please reach out.
Hours
For information & appointment times, please contact us between 9am - 1pm Tuesday through Friday.
Booking an Appointment
To book an appointment call 1-902-273-2098
Location
Second Floor
3769 Nova Scotia Trunk 3
Chester, NS B0J 1J0
B0J 1J0
THRIVE Mental Health Service
THRIVE is a self-referred short-term support program. We can provide individuals up to three 50-minute in-person or telephone appointments in a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment.
THRIVE helps to support mild to moderate mental health concerns such as anxiety, grief, depression, adjusting to life changes, and other non-crisis mood disorders by providing you with tools and or referrals.
Hours
Every second Tuesday: 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Booking an Appointment
To book an appointment call 1-902-273-2098anytime after 2:00 p.m. on scheduled Thrive dates.
March 3rd, 17th, 24th
Location
Second Floor
3769 Nova Scotia Trunk 3
Chester, NS B0J 1J0
B0J 1J0
Psychiatry
Booking an Appointment
Appointments are by referral only through your Primary Care provider. For more information, please contact Cindy at 1-902-273-2098 during regular admin hours.
Location
Second Floor
3769 Nova Scotia Trunk 3
Chester, NS B0J 1J0
B0J 1J0
Psychiatry is the branch of medicine focused on the diagnosis, treatment and prevention of mental, emotional and behavioral disorders. Dr. Louis Morissette has brought a branch of his practice to bring in-person psychiatric evaluations with short-term follow up to the community Chester & surrounding areas.
Programs
For more information see our Programs page
Holistic Health Workshops
Tips for Optimal Aging
Nutrition Literacy Grocery Store program
Programs Run by OHC
Community Programs Supported by OHC
Growing Friends Community Gardens and Meals
Vintage Voices
Learn to Cook program