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Find Health Care
2024-05-01
If you have a valid PEI Health Card, you can access many of the following services without a referral from a doctor. If you are looking for a family doctor or nurse practitioner, see Find a Family Doctor or Nurse Practitioner
For medical emergencies, call 9-1-1 or go to the nearest...
Brothers give 1930 volunteer hours to the QEH
2024-05-01
“Coming from our backgrounds, in a business servicing the public, this is kind of the same,” said Tom Clark, a volunteer at Queen Elizabeth Hospital Emergency Department. “People are coming into a space when they’re not at their best, and you must be understanding and appreciate that."
After...
Glucose Sensor Comparison Chart
2024-04-26
Below is a comparison of some of the key features of the glucose sensors available under the Health PEI Glucose Sensor Program.
Question
Dexcom
Libre
Medtronic
How long does the sensor last?
10 days
14 days
7 days
Have high and...
Student Well-being Team Drop-in Clinics
2024-04-25
Student Well-being Teams (SWT) offer drop-in clinics for high school students at several high schools.
Student Well-being Team drop-in clinics provide students with short-term support to discuss challenges such as anxiety, depression, family conflict, self-harm, sexual health, thoughts of suicide...
Community Health Engagement Committees
2024-04-22
What is the function of the committee?
Community Health Engagement Committees (CHECs) shall provide a mechanism for local and regional input to the Minister of Health and Wellness and HPEI with respect to health services and health policy.
The duties of the Community Health Engagement Committees...
Taking care of our most vulnerable
2024-04-22
Patient support workers (PSWs), resident care workers (RSWs), and home support workers (HSWs) are an essential part of healthcare on PEI. Taking care of our most vulnerable residents, their work can be both emotionally and physically demanding; yet many of those who do it also say it’s...
Patient Experience
2024-04-18
Patient experience is an important part of the quality of health care one receives. It is everything from a patient’s communication with health care providers, to their ability to get a timely appointment, to receiving information about their care.
Patient Experience Week
Patient Experience Week...
Health PEI Executive Leadership Team
2024-04-17
Chief Executive Officer
Melanie Fraser
Melanie is an accomplished senior Public Sector executive with 20+ years' experience building, leading and empowering growth in organizations and systems. Throughout her career with the public service, she has led large organizations and systems to deliver...
Geriatric Program
2024-04-16
If you are an older adult with complex health needs, you may be referred by your family doctor for a geriatric assessment. The Geriatric Program’s interdisciplinary team provides specialized care and support to families that can help address health issues affecting the frail elderly.
Do I need a...
Computed Tomography (CT) Patient Preparation
2024-04-15
CT Abdomen / CT Abdomen and Pelvis
For this procedure, you will need to pick up a bottle of Telebrix to consume prior to your appointment. Telebrix can be picked up in the Diagnostic Imaging department at any of the following sites:
Queen Elizabeth Hospital
Prince County...