Physiotherapy Outpatient Service

Two of our hospitals support outpatients with physiotherapy for specific needs.

St. Paul’s Hospital

We provide a service to patients seen by Providence orthopedic or plastic surgeons and provide specialty care that is not available through private clinics. We also provide outpatient support for those discharged from inpatient programs. Types of care include musculoskeletal and respiratory rehab.

Waitlist Criteria

  • All patients must be referred by an orthopedic and/or plastic surgeon within Providence – Holy Family, MSJ (+ any UBC Knee or Hip Replacement).
  • For all joint replacements (hip/knee/shoulder/elbow/ankle): our goal is to book an appointment within 7-10 days after referral.
  • Acute fractures/surgeries.
  • All breast reconstruction/mastectomy patients.
  • Lymphedema.

The outpatient department often operates with a waitlist, however, the secretary will advise/suggest that patients attend private practice therapy until they can be booked at St. Paul’s.

Location and Contact
Physiotherapy Department
3rd Floor Burrard Building
1081 Burrard Street
Vancouver, BC, V6Z 1Y6
Phone: 604-806-8115
Fax: 604-806-9143

Holy Family Hospital

We are a multi-disciplinary outpatient program specializing in musculoskeletal and neurological care. Community or facilities referral is required. Our target population is adults 55 years or older, with multiple health issues that are making their rehabilitation more complex, requiring a team approach. Conditions that are treated include:

  • Recent falls or safety issues.
  • Recent trauma.
  • Recent orthopaedic surgery.
  • Recent or significant change in functional status.
  • Neurological conditions eg. CVA, Parkinsons, etc.
  • * Arthritis.
  • Amputees for prosthetic training.
  • Lymphodema.

Waitlist Criteria
Because the outpatient department often operates with a waitlist, the secretary will advise/suggest that patients attend private practice therapy until they can be booked at Holy Family Hospital.

Location and Contact
Physiotherapy Department
Holy Family Hospital
7801 Argyle Street
Vancouver, BC, V5P 3L6
Phone: 604-322-2647
Fax: 604-322-2657