Dr. Heather Jenkins

Dr. Heather Jenkins

MD, CCFP
Family Doctor
Vancouver, BC
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If you are looking for local services or  treatment  in the office or hospital from a Local Family Physician, contact a provider such as ( Dr. Heather Jenkins ) to inquire if they are accepting patients or you need a referral.   Phone number to book an appointment 604 875 3436   ( Dr. Heather Jenkins )is  in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons ( Dr. Heather Jenkins ) is in good stanfding with  the Canadian Medical Association The speaker in the videos may have no association with ( Dr. Heather Jenkins, Local Family Physician Vancouver, BC ). Keywords: Primary Care: Working with your Family Doctor, Primary Care: Gastrointestinal Symptoms, Primary Care: Chronic Diseases, Primary Care: Infectious Disease

Please contact ( Dr. Heather Jenkins, Local Family Physician Vancouver, BC ) to enquire if this health care provider is accepting new patients. ( Dr. Heather Jenkins ) is often associated with these kinds of conditions and treatment options Why Am I So Tired? : Hypothyroidismand conditions like Osteoporosis Treatment

( Dr. Heather Jenkins, Local Family Physician Vancouver, BC ), may talk about some of the conditions and some of the treatment options shown on the videos. Always talk with your local family physician  about the information you learnt from the videos in regards to treatments Peyronie's Disease and procedures the healthcare practitioner could  perform and if they would be appropriate for you. Remember good information  from your local family physician  is the corner stone to understanding your condition or disease. 

Family physicians treat a variety of conditions including diabetes and heart disease and your annual stress test and often checking yearly for arthritis. Family physicians are also a great resource for physiotherapy and both sleeping and hypothyroidism . If you are suffering from male incontinence then consulting your family physician for a referral to a urologist might be the solution  

It used to be common for people to “save up” their questions and concerns for an annual checkup with a physician. Many patients today choose to visit a primary care physician when they’re sick or are at a higher risk for developing a disease. Similarly, many medical experts have moved away from the yearly physical exam, instead recommending periodic health evaluations as needed. If you have a chronic condition such as diabetes, heart disease or arthritis, you may need to see your physician more regularly.  Certaines formes de Trouvez des informations ou des preuves locales comme des médecins de famille locaux ou des médecins de famille à montréal et à québec

The second question importantly is about alcohol. Alcohol in excess definitely can cause atrial fibrillation, and all patients with atrial fibrillation should avoid alcohol in excess. If you have a fever, drinking cold liquids and taking lukewarm baths can help alleviate symptoms.  Young kids, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and pregnant women are at a higher risk of complications from the flu. If you are 50 years and over you should be asking your healthcare practitioner, nurse, pharmacist or family physician about getting vaccinated against shingles

If you are 50 years and over you should be asking your healthcare practitioner, nurse, pharmacist or family physician about getting vaccinated against shingles. If you’re 50 years or older, you should ask your doctor or pharmacist about the shingles vaccine. The risk of shingles increases as you age, which is why medical providers recommend getting vaccinated at 50.

Treatment for osteoporosis may involve lifestyle modifications, such as a balanced diet rich in calcium and vitamin D, regular weight-bearing exercises, and avoiding smoking and excessive alcohol consumption. Medications may also be prescribed to slow down bone loss or stimulate new bone growth, depending on the individual's situation.

If you suspect you may be at risk for osteoporosis or have concerns about your bone health, it's best to consult with a healthcare professional for evaluation and appropriate

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Ratings for Dr. Heather Jenkins MD, CCFP, Local Family Physician, Vancouver BC, Family Practice NOW

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    Heather is a wonderful doctor. We feel very lucky to have her. She is compassionate, caring, encouraging and very knowledgable .
    Submitted: September 25, 2022
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    Dr. Jenkins has been my family dr. for over 16 years. Even though her office is over 40 mins away...she's definitely worth the long drive. I would recommend her in a heart beat.
    Submitted: October 18, 2016
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    Learnt some good information from my visit with Dr. Heather Jenkins my Family Doctor in Vancouver regarding when labour should be induced. She had a great video and action plan.
    Submitted: February 03, 2016
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    Dr Heather Jenkins was a pleasure to work with on the delivery of our first child Liam. Would recommend Dr Jenkins to any new parents.
    Submitted: February 03, 2016
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    Dr. Heather Jenkins delivered our first baby at Women's hospital and I could not say enough great things about Heather. Heather Jenkins is an excellent family doctor and would use her again to deliver another child of my mine fi I chose to have another.
    Submitted: January 25, 2016

Dr. Heather Jenkins MD, CCFP, Local Family Physician, Vancouver BC, Family Practice NOW

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