February 24, 2016

Health Guide SOUTH OKANAGAN

2016

Fitness to Fuel Your Life • Maintaining a Healthy Lifestyle • Volunteer for Your Health • Health Services Directory •

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The Okanagan Similkameen Healthy Living Fair Society will be hosting the annual Healthy Living Fair Saturday March 12 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Penticton Trade and Convention Centre.

This year the OS Healthy Living Fair will be focusing on the International Year of Pulses. What is a Pulse? Well, other than the one we find for our heart beat it is under the Legume family — same with “lentils’ which people are more familiar with.

Access to the Okanagan Similkameen Healthy Living Fair is free. Although they do ask that anyone wishing to participate in the “Healthy Living Assessment” program pre-registers.

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It is a great tool to assess your health from one period of time to the next. Be sure to take your completed Assessment Plan with you to your next Doctor’s appointment.

They will review your results and assist you with a plan.

This is a free annual event for the whole community with 90 various booth locations profiling over 60 different organizations who support a healthy lifestyle, plus there will be healthy eating sessions; entertainment and activity demos.

For more information visit www.healthylivingfair.com.

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Benefits of getting your daily dose of vitamins Courtesy of Knight’s Pharmacy

Vitamin D is probably the most talked about and recommended vitamin today.

Everyone should be taking it.

But why? and how much? Well here are a few of those answers for you.

So what are the benefits of Vitamin D? It is well known for its role in keeping bones and teeth strong and healthy.

Recently we have also discovered other benefits of Vitamin D such as its role in fighting infections, preventing diabetes, multiple sclerosis,

and some types of cancers (especially colorectal cancer).

Research is ongoing and we still have lots to learn about its benefits.

Vitamin D can be made in our skin when it is exposed to the sun.

Great news! Except that in Canada we have only a few

summer months when that actually happens and if you are covered up in sunscreen or clothing then then you decrease the amount of Vitamin D made. Also, as we age our skin loses the ability to make vitamin D so people over age 50 are at risk for not getting enough. We can also get Vitamin D in our diet.

It is found naturally in very few foods (egg yolks and some fatty fish such as mackerel, tuna and salmon) so we add it to milk, margarine, infant formula, yogurt and cheese. Some soy based beverages

and orange juices also have added vitamin D. Many people are at risk of being deficient in vitamin D. Those people should certainly consider taking a supplement.

People at risk include: Breastfed infants, adults over 50, darkly pigmented skin, people who do not eat dairy foods, people who have limited sun exposure, people with — Crohn’s disease, Cystic Fibrosis and Celiac Disease.

So, what should I take? When in doubt, consult your pharmacist.

The pharmacists at

Knights Pharmacy are always ready and willing to talk to you about your personal vitamin needs and help you decide on the right supplement for you.

Generally a supplement of Vitamin D 1000iu per day is the average daily adult dose, but there are many reasons to adjust this dose, such as other supplements you take and what medications you are on.

Come in and see one of our pharmacists, Don or Christie, for a personal consultation for your vitamin needs.

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Jobling House fills need for health care students John Moorhouse SOS Medical Foundation

Almost a year after it opened last spring, Jobling House is filled to capacity practically every night at Penticton Regional Hospital.

The six-bedroom residence for visiting medical students and locum physicians opened in April 2015, next to the PRH psychiatric unit off Industrial Avenue. It also includes a kitchen and living room, plus a shed for bicycles and other items.

The entire cost of the facility (more than $500,000) was donated to the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation from the estate of Lloyd and Lota Jobling of

Penticton. Lota’s daughter, Heather Wiltse of Oliver, said the family takes a lot of pride in being recognized for the donation and are delighted to see the residence so well utilized and appreciated since its opening.

Janice Perrino, executive director of the Medical Foundation, said Jobling House addressed an ongoing need for a new student residence at PRH. “These students will never know the won-

derful people who gave so generously to make this home a reality,” she said. “But at the Medical Foundation we know, and we realize how important this gift was for the hospital.”

The factory-built facility replaced an aging trailer near the hospital’s main parking lot entrance off Government Street, which was used as a med student residence for almost 30 years.

“We wanted resident doctors, nurses, or any-

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one coming here for a period of time to have a proper place to stay,” she said.

Perrino added when health care students come to Penticton and discover the South Okanagan-Similkameen lifestyle, they’re more apt to stay here and help fill the area’s need for health professionals.

“They’re more likely to stay or even go on to some of the smaller communities, so it’s a win-win for everybody.

That’s why we felt it was so important to do it,” she said.

Meanwhile, construction of the new PRH Patient Care Tower starts this spring.

The pending expansion has also opened

up dozens of clinic and room-naming opportunities for donors to the SOS Medical Foundation’s campaign to provide the medical equipment for the new tower.

A donation of $30,000 will allow a donor’s name to be linked with one of the 84 single-patient rooms in the new tower. Larger donations will allow for names to be associated with the new clinics, surgical rooms and other facilities.

So far, the foundation has raised $6 million of its $20-million goal. For more information about donating, call the Medical Foundation office at 250-492-9027 or visit www.sosmedicalfoundation.com.

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How to use fitness to fuel your life Nicole Funk

Special to the Western News

We are now several months into the year and many of us likely started 2016 with renewed intentions to get fit.

Yet, if we are to believe what studies say, just 10 per cent of us will still be on track with the goals we set back in January. That’s a disheartening statistic but it speaks to an issue so many people struggle with: how can you turn health and fitness goals into reality — once and for all.

As a personal trainer, I’ve worked with clients in all stages of life with varying fitness abilities. I also manage a team of personal trainers through my company Funk~tion For Life, who have decades of experience helping clients live their best life through fitness.

Let me share with you the

top three things you can do to make 2016 the year that you commit to optimum health and wellbeing.

1. Reflect on your goals

The better you understand the real reason you want to get fit, the greater likelihood of success.

Start with the first reasons that come to mind and then dig deeper to determine how achieving those goals will help you to lead your best life.

For many of us, aesthetic reasons are often the first reason we cite for wanting to exercise. But ask yourself why you want to lose weight or increase muscle tone and you’ll likely find an answer with the power to truly inspire you.

You might realize that by exercising you will increase your energy to play with

your children, help manage stress, improve performance at work or maintain the lifestyle you love well into your golden years.

For example, one of my long-time clients came to understand that the real reason she wanted to workout with a personal trainer was to enable her to continue to maintain her farm and look after her horses as she aged, not simply for aesthetic reasons.

The bottom line is — by committing to a goal that really matters to you, you are far more likely to succeed.

2. Find your cheerleaders

Once you have identified the right goals for you, the next step is to build your support team.

This can be as simple as telling your family and friends

about the reason you are prioritizing exercise. This will make your commitment feel real and help the people in your life understand the benefits that will come from your time in the gym, in the pool or on the trail.

You can take it one step further by deliberately surrounding yourself with people that have a positive influence on your life. There is a lot of truth to the concept that we ‘become who we hang out with.’ Make sure you spend time with people who will support and encourage you to achieve your goals. Look for ways to find new cheerleaders — meet like-minded people at a group exercise class, work out with one of our personal trainers or join an activity group or sports team.

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How to use fitness to fuel your life gets crazy, exercise has the power to bring clarity and calm. After all, who 3. Listen to your body There is no ‘one size fits all’ ap- doesn’t feel better after a good workproach to exercise. What works for out? your friend may not necessarily be About Funk~tion For Life the right approach for you. Also be For Nicole Funk, fitness is inteaware that what worked for you 10 gral to health and wellbeing. This is years ago might not be what your how she has lived her life since an body needs today. As a mom of three, early age — excelling at sport, pasthis is a lesson I have learned first- sionate about fitness and an advocate hand. for investing in health. Today Nicole A good way to personalize your is sought after as a personal trainer, fitness plan is to consult with a per- helping clients use fitness as the path sonal trainer. The Funk~tion For Life to living their best life. Through her team of trainers are highly educated, company, Funk~tion For Life, Nicole experienced and also trained to listen and her team of first-class personal and assess your individual needs. trainers offer tailored personal trainWith a plan that is designed for ing programs for all ages and fitness your body – and your life – you will abilities. At the Penticton Communibe less likely to succumb to injuries ty Centre specifically, Funk~tion For or fall off track. This is especially true Life creates individual training plans, for people who are new to exercise or provides gym orientations and offers getting back in the saddle after a ma- dynamic group exercise classes. jor life event, such as having a baby To book personal training with or recovering from an injury or health Funk~tion For Life at the Com- Nicole FuNk (back) watches as cyndi Goodjohn issue. munity Centre call 250-490-2426 or works out on the rowing machine.

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Power of habits to increase dental health Matt Irvine

Special to the Western News

Is the mouth part of the body?

Silly question of course. However, in Canada you could be forgiven if you weren’t sure, due to the fact that dental care was excluded from the Medical Care Act of 1966.

The historical reasons are several, but the prevailing opinion of the day was that the balance of responsibilities for oral health fall on the individual rather than the public. This was the opinion of the Royal Commission that made the recommendations.

In addition to this view, at the time of these decisions, improvements in education, as well as

fluoridation of public water supplies was resulting in a sharp drop in rates of dental disease, and these diseases were largely seen as something that could be reduced and eventually significantly eliminated.

Fast forward to today. Many times in the office, dentists are asked “why isn’t my dentistry covered by the medical

system?”

It’s a valid question, especially given the increasing links between oral health and general health. Would national coverage for dentistry result in a healthier population? Hard to say but one thing is for sure, it would be incredibly expensive and therefore unlikely to be politically viable in these tight

budgetary times. As far as the reduction of dental disease, well, any working dentist could tell you that there is still a huge amount of disease in the population.

Fluoridation is decreasing, sugar is absolutely everywhere, and time in the dental chair is expensive. Not exactly a recipe for improving the oral health of the public.

Fact is, destruction of the mouth due to tooth decay or gum disease is largely preventable, and so maybe the founders of Medicare were on the right track after all.

Dentists and hygienists spend a lot of time and effort trying to motivate people to do the things that will keep them healthier. Turns out, your mouth is a part

of your body after all, and prevention of diseases is always going to be more successful than interventions and imperfect treatments.

As for government involvement in dental care, well, don’t hold your breath, but do educate yourself on how to keep a healthy mouth, and apply discipline and the power of habits to do the needed actions.

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Eating right can improve quality of life Submitted

While modern science has proven that there is no mystical fountain or body of water that can reverse or slow down the aging process, there are many steps people can take to age well and prolong their lives.

Eating the right foods is one way to age well. According to Ralph Felder, M.D., Ph.D., coauthor of The Bonus Years Diet, reversing the aging process internally is more difficult than outward cosmetic changes. But the right foods can go a long way toward increasing both life expectancy and quality of life. Those who want to employ diet to increase

their life expectancy may want to start adding more of the following foods to their breakfast, lunch and dinner plates.

• Broccoli, grapes and salad: According to Health magazine, researchers have found that compounds in these three foods boast extra life-extending benefits.

• Berries: In addition to their abundance of antioxidants, berries have other benefits. A 2012 study from Harvard University found that at least one serving of blueberries or two servings of strawberries each week may reduce the risk of cognitive decline in older adults.

• Fruits and vegetables: Produce is good for the body because it’s

low in calories and high in fiber, vitamins and other nutrients. Numerous studies have indicated that diets plentiful in fruits and vegetables help people maintain a healthy weight and protect against cardiovascular disease.

• Whole grains: Whole grains pack a lot of nutrition into a lowcalorie food. Whole

grains help protect against type 2 diabetes, and researchers at the University of Texas Health Sciences Center found study participants whose diets included plenty of whole grains and fruit cut their heart disease risk by almost half compared to those whose diets favored meat and fatty foods.

• Red wine: A glass a

day for women and no more than two glasses daily for men can be beneficial.

Moderate consumption of red wine has been shown to slow age-related declines in cardiovascular function, according to the American Heart Association.

• Fiber: Increase your fiber intake for a longer life. Research from The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition finds that the more fiber you include in your diet, the lower your risk of coronary heart disease. The daily recommendation is 25 to 35 grams.

While there may be no such thing as the fountain of youth, a healthy diet can help men and women prolong their lives.

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Canadians at risk for osteoporosis Submitted

Snow and ice can make walking challenging, especially for those at risk of fractures due to osteoporosis.

In fact, one in three Canadian women, and one in five Canadian men, will break a bone because of osteoporosis, a debilitating disease that can strike at any time, causing bones to become fragile and break. Each year in Canada, broken bones caused by osteoporosis are more common than heart attack, stroke and breast cancer combined for women over the age of 50, despite the fact that if simple steps are taken in your 30s, the risk can be reduced.

“Many people think that osteoporosis is a natural part of aging, but this is not the case,” said Dr. Famida Jiwa, president and CEO of Osteo-

porosis Canada. “Every year, thousands of Canadian women break bones due to undiagnosed osteoporosis, despite the fact that the disease can be effectively managed, and in some cases prevented.

We strongly encourage everyone over 30 to speak to a healthcare professional about osteoporosis and the steps that they can take to protect themselves.”

Despite the severity and prevalence of osteoporosis, a new survey released from Osteoporosis Canada, in partnership with Shoppers Drug Mart, reveals startling gaps in Canadians’ knowledge and understanding of the disease.

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By 2035, it is estimated that almost 42,000 individuals per year will experience a broken hip, meaning that those in their 30s and 40s now are at risk.

When asked about key facts of the disease, the majority of Canadians admitted they are not aware of seven of eight key facts about osteoporosis and complications that are related to the disease Although guidelines recommend consumption of 1000-1200 mg of calcium per day, most women fail to reach this level with their dietary intake — many only getting 300 mg/day As part of this effort for better bone health, Osteoporosis Canada has joined forces with Shoppers Drug Mart/ Pharmaprix, whose pharmacists have received specialized training in the prevention,

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Does your doctor prescribe volunteering?

Wendy Weisner

Special to the Western News

On a typical visit to your doctor, some questions inevitably come up: Do you exercise?

Do you smoke? How much do you drink alcoholic beverages?

But perhaps another medical question should also be asked by your health professional: Do you volunteer? Measuring volunteer engagement in your life is just as important as assessing and evaluating one’s blood pressure, pulse and temperature.

Why?

Research shows that giving back to the community helps improve ones health.

Volunteering may also lead to fewer hospital stays and build greater awareness of preventative health measures. Dr. John W. Rowe, co-author of the best seller Successful Aging

and founding director of the division on aging at Harvard Medical School, said he’s seen the evidence.

The engagement effect can be very significant in the volunteer’s life.

While volunteers are good at taking care of others, it appears volunteers are also good at taking care of themselves.

Volunteers are less likely to engage in unhealthy behaviours and more likely to take better care of themselves including getting flu shots, mammo-

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Researchers are also finding that when volunteers take better care of themselves, they experience more positive emotions, psychological wellbeing, and less depression, and immune systems are strengthened by positive emotions.

A sense of purpose in life and connections with others are also linked to positive health outcomes that are often experienced through volunteering. Life may take on more meaning and lead to a greater willingness to take better care of oneself.

Yes, volunteering goes hand-in-hand with successful aging, and employee volunteering can also lead to a healthier workforce which translates into longer term financial benefits for both the employer and employee.

Healthy lifetime habits should begin at a young age.

Youth and students will gain valuable experiences and skills through volunteer work and

many organizations the volunteer centre works with welcome youth volunteers. Studies show that altruism can be fostered through volunteering.

Empathy for others, passion for a cause, and a positive mental state of mind all contribute to becoming an effective volunteer — young or old.

The SOS Volunteer Centre (www.volunteercentre.info) has over 70 volunteer opportunities posted with over 30 nonprofit agencies. If you cannot find something you like, and would like more help, make an appointment to discuss your interests and experience. Call 1-888-576-5661.

Visit the volunteer centre booth at the Okanagan Healthy Living Fair to pick up your copy of Is it time for doctors to prescribe Volunteering?, by Claudia Cahalane, The Gaurdian, Volunteers take better care of themselves than non-volunteers, study says, by Allison Vuchnich, Global News, and The surprising health tip that doctors and bosses should recommend by Eleanor Goldberg, Huffington Post.

Register with the volunteer centre on March 12 to receive updates on volunteer opportunities and receive a draw entry for a gift basket, compliments of Knights Pharmacy.

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PRN Pain Relief Now was developed in response to the large amount of ineffective topical pain relievers available to the public.

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How to maintain good eye health Submitted

Don’t take your eyes for granted. Protect your eyesight with these tips:

Eat for Good Vision

Protecting your eyes starts with the food on your plate.

Nutrients such as omega-3 fatty acids, lutein, zinc, and vitamins C and E might help ward off age-related vision problems such as macular degeneration and cataracts.

Eat green, leafy vegetables such as spinach, kale, and collards, Salmon, tuna, and other oily fish. Eggs, nuts, beans, and other non-meat protein sources. Oranges and other citrus fruits or juices Eating a well-balanced diet also helps you maintain a healthy weight.

Quit smoking

Smoking makes you more likely to get cataracts, optic

nerve damage, and macular degeneration.

Wear sunglasses

Choose sunglasses that block 99 per cent to 100 per cent of both UVA and UVB rays. Wraparound lenses help protect your eyes from the side.

Polarized lenses reduce glare when driving.

Look away from the computer screen

Staring at a computer screen for too long can cause: Eyestrain, blurry vision, and trouble focusing at a distance, dry eyes, headaches, as well as neck, back and shoulder pain.

Make sure your glasses or contact lens prescription is up-to-date and adequate for computer use. You may need glasses to help with contrast, glare and eye strain when using a computer.

Position your computer so that your eyes are level with

the top of the monitor. This allows you to look slightly down at the screen.

Try to avoid glare on your computer from windows and lights. Use an anti-glare screen if needed. Choose a comfortable, supportive chair. Position it so that your feet are flat on the floor. If your eyes are dry, blink more.

Every 20 minutes, rest your

eyes by looking 20 feet away for 20 seconds. At least every 2 hours, get up and take a 15-minute break.

Visit your eye doctor regularly

Eye exams can also find eye diseases, such as glaucoma, that have no symptoms. It’s important to find these diseases early on.

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As pedorthists, we are one of the few healthcare professionals trained specifically in the assessment of lower limb anatomy and biomechanics.

With additional specialized education and training in the design, manufacture, fit and modification of foot orthotics and footwear, Pedorthists help to alleviate pain, abnormalities and debilitating conditions of the lower limbs and feet that if left untreated could result in limited mobility.

For people with lower limb ailments, pedorthists can be the difference between being able to watch, and being able to do. OKAPED has been assessing clients in the South Okanagan at its Penticton clinic for over 15 years. We are experts in biomechanical evaluations of lower extremity injuries and the effects of disease related complications to the feet and legs.

Our initial assessments are booked for one hour so we can accurately assess and understand your biomechanics and condition and review our recommendations with you at that time. Some common problems we assess and treat include metatarsalgia, arthritis, plantar fasciitis, diabetes related foot complications,

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As part of our treatment we specialize in custom foot orthotics and sports medicine products including braces.

Our university educated, certified staff will ensure our recommendations for your condition will be appropriate and professionally fit.

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We use leading-edge technologies such as HD slow motion video to assist us in our evaluation of your condition or goals in sporting aspirations. Many motions are imperceptible to the naked eye and OKAPED has used the advantages of slow motion video analysis from its first day in operation. We have specialized training in observing gait and alignment both of which help determine what types of treatments should be considered. Foot and leg alignment may appear one way when seated or standing

but true understanding of biomechanical issues occurs only when the client is evaluated in motion. Runners therefore will be asked to run as standing or walking cannot be extrapolated into how someone will run.

Seeing a pedorthist at OKAPED is done by simply booking an appointment. Most clients are referred to us via their family physician, physiotherapist, or medical specialist such as an orthopaedic surgeon but many hear of us from word of mouth through the community and can book an appointment as a referral is not mandatory.

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Foot Pain?

Our Certified Pedorthists are experts in Gait Analysis and Lower Extremity Alignment. We help to reduce your foot pain by addressing abnormalities that may exist. OKAPED specializes in Foot Orthotics, Footwear, and Footwear Modifications.

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South Okanagan Health Services Directory ACUPUNCTURE Kimberley Health Centre 410B Upper Bench Rd. Penticton 778-476-6016 Lakelands Acupuncture 221 Martin St. Penticton 250-492-2224 Ok-Similk Comm.

Acupuncture 623 7th Ave. Keremeos 1-877-649-2499 Penticton Acupuncture & Herbal Clinic 3373 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-328-8328 Penticton Integrative HealthCare 4-626 Main St. Penticton 250-328-3811 Judy Mazurin 106-3310 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-492-3181 Morezewich, Dr. Glen 101-130 Nanaimo Ave. W. Penticton 250-492-8988

Condren, Dr. Berry 272 Westminster Ave. W. Penticton 250-492-7027

Yurkiw, Dr. Cary 104-74 Wade Ave. E. Penticton 250-492-2277

Lawrick, Kim – MA, CCC 166 Main St. Penticton 250-488-9707

Hawthorne, Dr. Richard 1348 Government St. Penticton 250-492-7024

Zagrodney, Dr. Ken 2-13219 Victoria Rd. N. Summerland 250-494-0050

Lisbet, Rosenfeld – RCC 101-1516 Fairview Rd. Penticton 250-276-3480

Konanz, Dr. Adam 272 Westminster Ave. W. Penticton 250-493-8929 Kornelson, Dr. Tamara 272 Westminster Ave. W. Penticton 250-492-7667 Nutbrown, Dr. Dennis 12-477 Martin St. Penticton 250-493-5377 Osoyoos Chiropractic 8317 6th Ave. Osoyoos 250-495-5431 Penticton Chiropractic 202-3115 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-492-7363 Reinhold, Dr. Gordon 8127 Main St. Osoyoos 250-495-7922

CHIROPRACTOR

Say, Dr. Barry 9-477 Martin St. Penticton 250-487-1114

Carlson, Dr. Shane 106-13615 Victoria Rd. N. Summerland 250-494-3321

Skaha Chiropractic 3373 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-492-2755

Collins, Dr. Martha 8507 74th Ave. Osoyoos 250-495-4810

Sunshine Chiropractic 339 Fairview Ave. Oliver 250-498-3880

COUNSELLORS Clements Counselling 89-498 Ellis St. Penticton 236-422-4221 Dean, Sandra - MSW RSW 645 Martin St. Penticton 250-770-8710 Desert Sun Counselling 762 Fairview Rd. Oliver 250-498-2538 8307-72 Ave. Osoyoos 250-495-2623 Forsyth, Sandra R MSW RSW 207-1301 Main St. Penticton 250-276-9485 Healing Heart Counselling 601 Rutherford Ave. Summerland 250-490-5603 Interlock Employee & Family Assistance 204-575 Main St. Penticton 1-800-663-9099 Kampe, Vickie – RCC Penticton 250-488-8873

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Marriott-Baille R - M. Ed. (Psyc) RCC 109-246 Martin St. Penticton 250-809-1797 Maya Counselling 1302 Government St. Penticton 250-770-3121 Momentum Counselling Penticton 250-328-4252 Monteith, Diane T MSW RSW AAMFT 207-1301 South Main St. Penticton 250-276-9485 Native Courtworker & Couns. Ass. BC 189 Green Mountain Rd. Penticton 250-490-9543 Phoenix Rises Counselling 207-1301 South Main St. Penticton 250-276-9485 Possibilities Counselling Osoyoos 250-809-8587 Powers Counselling 117-1475 Fairview Rd. Penticton 250-499-5259 Reay, Dr. Kathleen M 204-74 Wade Ave. E Penticton 250-276-9467

South Okanagan Health Services Directory Reindeers, Anne - RCC Penticton 250-770-8365 SESA Wobuan Counselling Services 102-301 Main St. Penticton 778-476-2530 South Okanagan Victim Assistance 204-304 Martin St. Penticton 250-493-5355 Turtle Island Couns. with Dixie Bedell 305-150 Van Horne St. Penticton 250-276-6105 Upbringings Family Counselling Penticton 250-462-3477 Wind In the Willow Studio 204-219 Main St. Penticton 250-276-5308

DENTISTS Bartsch, Dr. Jason SC DMD 1-6511 Main St. Osoyoos 250-495-2393 Bedard, Dr. Shelley 1348 Main St. Penticton 250-492-2666

Bowman, Dr. Laura 1-626 Main St. Penticton 250-492-6844

Jenkins, Dr. David 8307-78th Ave. Osoyoos 250-495-7221

Noftle, Dr. Jordan 6062 Main St. Oliver 250-498-2323

Buttar, Drs. Rene & Anita 123-725 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-492-5605

Johnson, Dr. Ronald 109-1301 Main St. Penticton 250-493-0020

Potash, Dr. Harold 527 7th Ave. Keremeos 250-499-7152

Campagnaro, Dr. Donna 109-1301 Main St. Penticton 250-493-0020

Jones, Dr. Peter Owen 34856-97th St. Oliver 250-498-2220

Collingwood, Dr. Chris 12-88 W. Duncan Ave. Penticton 250-493-8131

Jung, Dr. James 185 Front St. Penticton 250-493-6724

Dickinson, Dr. Ian 602 Main St. Penticton 250-493-4167

Mandeville, Dr. Neal 101-251 Green Ave. Penticton 250-493-0507

Eckhardt Dental Centre 700 Martin St. Penticton 250-493-4437

Marino, Dr. Sylvain 185 Front St. Penticton 250-493-6724

Giants Head Dental 13236 Kelly Ave. Summerland 250-494-4306

Melashenko, Dr. Cindee 10098 Jubilee Rd. W. Summerland 250-488-6842

Harrington, Dr. Roger 885 Winnipeg St. Penticton 250-770-0175

MV Dental 103-2504 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-487-0048

Houston, Dr. Gordon 602 Main St. Penticton 250-493-0636

Neufeld, Dr. Jennifer DDS BSC 1185 Government St. Penticton 250-493-4155

Bentham, Dr. Ronald 107-3310 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-492-2838

Irvine, Dr. Matthew DMD BSC 1185 Government St. Penticton 250-493-4155

Blanchard, Dr. R1-626 Main St. Penticton 250-492-6844

Jasper, Dr. Tom 303-383 Ellis St. Penticton 250-492-8256

Rahkola, Dr. Dennis 101-725 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-493-0748 Rahkola, Dr. Thomas 101-725 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-493-0748 Roberts, Dr. K G 8714 Main St. Osoyoos 250-495-4264 Roberts, Dr. Ken 13212 Kelly Ave. Summerland 250-494-1433 Ruby, Dr. Eric DDS BSC 1185 Government St. Penticton 250-493-4155 Saina, Dr. Katrina DMD BSCH 1185 Government St. Penticton 250-493-4155

Newman, Dr. Joanna 158-1848 Main St. Penticton 250-492-8911

Salomons, Dr. Adrianna 158-1848 Main St. Penticton 250-492-8911

Ng, Dr. Daniel 1-9715 348th Ave. Oliver 250-498-2646

Singleton, Dr. A 8524 Main St. Osoyoos 250-495-6144

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South Okanagan Health Services Directory Singleton, Dr. Alan DDS BSC 1185 Government St. Penticton 250-493-4155 Smile Enhancement Studio 159 Wade Ave. E Penticton 250-492-2608 Summerland Dental Centre 300-13009 Rosedale Ave. Summerland 250-494-9711

DENTURE CLINICS/ DENTURISTS Bruce Coffin Denture Clinic 272 Ellis St. Penticton 250-490-4537 Collingwood, Dr. Chris 12-88 W. Duncan Ave. Penticton 250-493-8131 Community Denture Centre 104-1505 Main St. Penticton 778-781-0706 Maria T. Gonzales 8522 A Main St. Osoyoos 250-495-6922

Margaret Walker Denturist 321 Martin St. Penticton 250-492-2075 Penticton Dentures

by Design 26-88 Duncan Ave. W. Penticton 250-487-4092 W & F Hill Denturist 570 Martin St. Penticton 250-492-5754

DRUG ADDICTION INFORMATION AND TREATMENT CENTRES Alcoholics Anonymous 210 Main St. Penticton 250-490-9216 Bellwood Health Services 1-800-387-6198 Mental Health & Substance Abuse 740 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-770-3555 700 3rd St. Keremeos 250-499-3029 4816 89th St. Oliver/Osoyoos 250-495-6433

Grace, Jude RD 3-996 Main St. Penticton 250-492-2248

Narcotics Anonymous Box 22110 Penticton 250-490-9215

Kettle Valley Denture Clinic 9911 Main St. Summerland 250-494-9642

Pathways Addictions Resource Centre 996 Main St. Penticton 250-492-0400

Portage Program for Drug Dependencies Keremeos 250-499-4096

Nexgen Hearing Summerland 100-13009 Rosedale Ave. Summerland 778-516-2283

HEARING

Penticton Hearing Aid Centre 102-596 Martin St. Penticton 250-493-0411

Beltone Hearing Clinic 471 Ellis St. Penticton 250-490-4324 Beltone Hearing Clinic 102-9523 Main St. Summerland 250-494-8778 Beltone Hearing Clinic 8303-78th Ave. Osoyoos 250-495-1109 Beltone Hearing Clinic 1300-5955 Main St. Oliver 250-498-4544 Canadian Hearing Aid Centre 102-596 Martin St. Penticton 250-487-4058 Connect Hearing 3012 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-493-3277 Expert Hearing Solutions 101-1301 Main St. Penticton 250-770-2255 Expert Hearing Solutions 135-5717 Main St. Oliver 250-498-2966 Nexgen Hearing 3-2735 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 778-476-3534

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HOME SUPPORT Communitas Support Care Society 1-234 Van Horne Penticton 250-492-7429 Golden Lifestyles Senior Support Oliver 250-498-7489 Home Health Offices Penticton 250-770-3477 Summerland 250-404-8060 Keremeos 250-499-3029 Oliver 250-498-5080 Osoyoos 250-495-6433 Home Instead Senior Care Penticton 250-492-4110 Lifeline – Interior Health 740 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-770-3531 Nurse Next Door Penticton 250-488-8586

South Okanagan Health Services Directory Penticton At Home Support Services Penticton 250-490-8195 Meals on Wheels 550 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-492-9095 Summerland 250-494-5043 Oliver 250-498-0889 Osoyoos 250-495-5055 Keremeos 250-499-3028 South Ok Home Support Services Oliver 250-498-5020 WE Care Home Health Services 102-3310 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-493-6693

Summerland Health Centre Summerland 250-404-8000

MASSAGE THERAPY Active Edge Massage Therapy 101-1516 Fairview Rd. Penticton 250-486-4764

Macleod, Brandy, RMT Penticton 250-493-1889 Massage Therapy Clinic 187 Braelyn Cres.

Penticton 250-492-0238

Bodies On Power 500 Power St. Penticton 250-490-5195

Morrison, Sarah RMT 1364 Willow St. Ok Falls 250-328-9765

Boyle, Caithlin RMT Penticton 250-487-8773

Neudorf, Adele RMT 10098 Jubilee Rd. W. Summerland 250-487-8397

HOSPITALS Keremeos Diagnostic & Treatment Centre Keremeos 250-499-3000

Drescher, Richard RMT 6130 Kootenay St. Oliver 250-498-0888

Penticton Regional Hospital Penticton 250-492-4000

Equilibrium Massage Therapy 151 Nanaimo Ave. E Penticton 778-476-6016

Princeton General Hospital Princeton 250-295-3233

Little Lotus Wellness Centre 206-301 Main St. Penticton 250-493-2010

Apex Massage Therapy 118 Aspen Pl. Penticton 250-487-1336

Coombes, Dave RMT 201 Okanagan Ave. E Penticton 250-493-3488

South Okanagan General Hospital Oliver 250-498-5000

Kimberley Health Centre 410B Upper Bench Rd. Penticton 778-476-6016

Forsyth, John RMT Penticton 778-866-0062 Harrison, Diana RMT 221 Martin St. Penticton 250-328-4808

Osoyoos Massage Therapy 8317-68th Ave. Osoyoos 250-495-2273 Paishala, Deepan RMT 25 Manor Park Ave. Penticton 250-490-9915 Park Drive Massage Therapy 6467 Park Dr. Oliver 250-498-5417 Penticton Rehab Massage Therapy 202-3115 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-493-6999

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Pierre Patenaude Massage Therapy 1073 Ross Ave. Penticton 250-492-2154 Skaha Massage Therapy 3373 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-493-6579 Smith, Leslie RMT 1458 Government St. Penticton 250-492-5599 Solus Massage Therapy 202 Main St. Penticton 250-493-3574 Summerland Massage Therapy 4-13219 N. Victoria Rd. Summerland 250-494-7731 Summerset Massage Therapy 13003 Henry Summerland 250-494-7099 Sweetgrass Therapeutic Massage 9948-350th Ave. Oliver 250-498-2005 Todd, Marnie RMT Keremeos 250-499-5126 True Massage Therapy 2-477 Main St. Penticton 778-476-0878 Unwind Massage Therapy 105-483 Main St. Penticton 250-490-9915

South Okanagan Health Services Directory Vollmer, Allyson RMT 102-500 Vee’s Dr. Penticton 250-809-5313

J & L Rehab 201-383 Ellis St. Penticton 250-490-3324

Wellness Therapy Centre 1458 Government St. Penticton 250-492-5599

Knights Pharmacy 330 Main St. Penticton 250-492-4024

MEDICAL EQUIPMENT AND SUPPLIES

Oliver Pharmacy – Remedy’s RX 105-291 Fairview Rd. Oliver 250-485-4007

Active Medical Equipment 101-99 Padmore Ave. E Penticton 250-492-2302 Canadian Red Cross 104A-575 Main St. Penticton 250-493-7533 9534 Wharton Summerland 250-494-0818 146 Spruce Ave. Oliver 250-498-6700 Creative Mobility Products 113-78 Industrial Ave. W. Penticton 250-492-4435 Health Source Medical 333 Martin St. Penticton 250-770-1491 Hood Thermo-Pad Canada 5918 Kennedy St. Summerland 250-494-5002 IRS Independent Respiratory Services 102-2504 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-487-7606

Shoppers Drug Mart 701-1301 Main St. Penticton 250-492-8000 Summerland Medicine Centre 13009 Rosedale Ave. Summerland 250-494-0531 Sunrise Pharmacy 564 Main St. Penticton 778-476-7473 Valley Medical Supply 103-437 Martin St. Penticton 250-492-7221 VitalAire Penticton 3373 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 1-800-637-0202

NATUROPATHIC PHYSICIANS Kimberley Health Centre 151 Nanaimo Ave. E Penticton 778-476-6016 Natural Family Health Clinic 101-1040 Main St. Ok Falls 250-497-6681

Penticton Naturopathic Clinic 106-3310 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-492-3181 South Okanagan Naturopathic Clinic 461 Martin St. Penticton 250-493-6060 Spokes Naturpathic Clinic 13001 Henry Summerland 250-494-9496 Wiens, Dr. Jese BSC ND 106-13615 Victoria Rd. N. Summerland 250-494-3321

OPTOMETRISTS Apex Optometry 462 Main St. Penticton 250-493-2552 Dr. Specs 417-1301 Main St. Penticton 250-492-5550 FYI Doctors 200 Marina Way Penticton 250-490-2020 3-6511 Main St. Osoyoos 250-495-2020 Summerland Optometry 13225 N Victoria Rd. Summerland 250-494-9266

OPTICIANS Dr. Specs Optical 417-1301 Main St. Penticton 250-492-5550

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Grapevine Optical 6268 Main St. Oliver 778-439-3003 Penticton Optical 102-74 Wade Ave. Penticton 250-492-4392 Visions Optical 203-2111 Main St. Penticton 250-492-8997 Walmart Optical 300-275 Green Ave. W. Penticton 250-493-8396

ORTHODONTISTS Davis, Dr. Steve 203-575 Main St. Penticton 250-492-6622 Perrin, Dr. Glenn 1000 Main St. Penticton 250-493-4118

ORTHOPEDIC APPLIANCES/ SHOES Action Orthotics & Prosthetics 102-197 Warren Ave. E Penticton 250-490-3636 BC Prosthetic & Orthotic Services 479 Winnipeg St. Penticton 250-490-3397 Canadian Digital Orthotics 1960 Barnes St. Penticton 250-493-3393

South Okanagan Health Services Directory Fritz Shoes 151 Westminster Ave. Penticton 250-492-4045

Knights Pharmacy 330 Main St. Penticton 250-492-4024

Sangsters Health Centre 136-2111 Main St. Penticton 250-493-3336

J & L Rehab 201-383 Ellis St. Penticton 250-490-3324

London Drugs 165-2111 Main St. Penticton 250-492-4728

Save On Foods Pharmacy

Leinor, Dr. Brandt D339 Fairview Rd. Oliver 250-498-3880

Nature’s Fare Markets 104-2210 Main St. Penticton 250-492-7763

Okanagan RX Orthotics 620 Winnipeg St. Penticton 250-488-1780

Oliver Pharmacy – Remedy’s RX 105-291 Fairview Rd. Oliver 250-485-4007

Okaped Penticton 16-88 W. Duncan Penticton 250-487-1468 Penticton Podiatry 301-383 Ellis St. Penticton 250-492-3450

PHARMACIES/ HEALTH SPECIALTIES STORES Bonnie Doon 2 8515A Main St. Osoyoos 250-495-6313 Carmi Remedy’s RX 15-725 Carmi Ave. Penticton 778-476-0010

Peoples Pharmacy 166-1848 Main St. Penticton 250-493-7200 Pharmasave 114-300 Riverside Dr. Penticton 250-493-5533 9515 Main St. Summerland 250-494-7088 5217-9th Ave. Ok Falls 250-497-8050 6323 Main St. Oliver 250-498-2830 8301C-78th Ave. Osoyoos 250-495-7424

DRUGstore Pharmacy 200 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-493-3662

Real Canadian Superstore 3100-2210 Main St. Penticton 250-487-7700

First Choice Health Foods B8511 Main St. Osoyoos 250-495-5320

Safeway Pharmacy 801-1301 Main St. Penticton 250-487-2103

2111 Main St. Penticton 250-492-3455 526-7th Ave. Keremeos 250-499-5543 Shoppers Drug Mart 701-1301 Main St. Penticton 250-492-8000 1100-5955 Main St. Oliver 250-498-3663 10108 Jubilee Rd. W Summerland 250-494-3155 8305 Main St. Osoyoos 250-495-6055 Shoppers Simply Pharmacy 101-383 Ellis St. Penticton 250-493-4151 Similkameen Pharmacy 704-7th St. Keremeos 250-499-5086 Skaha Pharmacy – Remedy’s RX 3030 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-493-8155 Summerland Food Emporium 9901C Main St. Summerland 250-494-1353

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Summerland Medicine Centre 100-13009 Rosedale Ave. Summerland 250-494-3422 Sunrise Pharmacy 140-564 Main St. Penticton 778-476-7473 The Medicine Shoppe 108-2210 Main St. Penticton 250-276-3876 Vitamin King 354 Main St. Penticton 250-492-4009 Walmart Pharmacy 275 Green Ave. W. Penticton 250-492-6332 Whole Foods Market 103-1770 Main St. Penticton 250-493-2855

PHYSICIANS AND SURGEONS Allen, Dr. Phil 101-550 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-493-7944 Barkhuizen, Dr. Derek 100-2210 Main St. Penticton 250-493-0513 Bell, Dr. Timothy 579 Martin St. Penticton 250-493-0009 Bintley, Dr. Timothy 6173 Kootenay St. Oliver 250-498-3418

South Okanagan Health Services Directory Broder, Dr. Sarah 102-550 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-493-0887

Entwistle, Dr. Peter 2-9715-348th Ave. Oliver 250-498-2232

Ingram, Dr. H 114-725 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-492-4274

Maier, Dr. Vivian 620 Winnipeg St. Penticton 250-492-8802

Burgoyne, Dr. Glen 432 Ellis St. Penticton 250-492-4066

Eva, Dr. Gede 204-575 Main St. Penticton 250-490-9109

Johnston, Dr. J W 101-2210 Main St. Penticton 250-492-0990

Marschall, Dr. J 101-550 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-493-7750

Cleveland, Dr. David 124-725 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-276-9417

Evans, Dr. Steven 6173 Kootenay St. Oliver 250-498-3418

Kennedy, Dr. J C 10-626 Main St. Penticton 250-492-0470

McIntosh, Dr. Robert 432 Ellis St. Penticton 250-493-3521

Cleveland, Dr. Randall 353 Winnipeg St. Penticton 778-476-7246

Frasinsky, Dr. A 114-725 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-492-4274

Kilian, Dr. Daniel 100-2210 Main St. Penticton 250-493-6747

McIntyre, Dr. A W 575 Ellis St. Penticton 250-492-0053

Clouatre, Dr. Yves 24-88 W. Duncan Ave. Penticton 250-492-4614

Goncalves, Dr. Jose 146 Dawson Ave. Penticton 250-492-4015

Kincade, Dr. David 102-550 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-493-0887

Moshaver, Dr. Ali 20-88 W Duncan Ave. Penticton 778-476-5960

Cobbin, Dr. Paul 110-2504 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-492-3511

Gross, Dr. Katherine 22-88 W. Duncan Penticton 250-492-2944

Kooy, Dr. Jack 5-626 Main St. Penticton 250-492-0153

Crofts, Dr. Neil 152-1848 Main St. Penticton 250-493-4773

Hamilton, Dr. Mark 3-9715-348th Ave. Oliver 250-498-3488

Lannon, Dr. Karen 855 Ross Ave. Penticton 250-492-4247

Dela Cruz, Dr. Amellie 1481 Government St. Penticton 250-770-1364

Harries, Dr. Jeff 465 Ellis St. Penticton 250-492-6700

Lawrie, Dr. M 101-2210 Main St. Penticton 250-492-0990

Nichols, Dr. Dorin & Melinda 701 Winnipeg St. Penticton 250-493-8855

Desert Doctor’s Clinic 8305-78th Ave. Osoyoos 250-495-6565

Harris, Dr. Russell 11-88 W. Duncan Ave. Penticton 250-492-6565

Lebel, Dr. Martine 9923 Jubilee Rd. Summerland 250-494-0521

Niyi, Dr. Agboola 701 Winnipeg St. Penticton 250-493-8788

Dutchman, Dr. Chad 111-725 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-492-4242

Harrold, Dr. Brent 13214 Kelly Summerland 250-494-3432

Leitner, Dr. D 101-2210 Main St. Penticton 250-492-0990

Novak, Dr. David 1302 Government St. Penticton 250-493-2981

Dyck, Dr. Chad 102-550 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-493-0887

Harrold, Dr. Cathy 13214 Kelly Summerland 250-494-3432

Louw, Dr. Perold 140-1636 Main St. Penticton 778-476-1629

Osoyoos Medical Centre 7802 Spartan St. Osoyoos 250-495-2661

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Myslek, Dr. Margaret 2-9715-348th Ave. Oliver 250-498-2232 Naude, Dr. J 11-88 W. Duncan Ave. Penticton 250-492-6681

South Okanagan Health Services Directory Paisley, Dr. David 587 Penticton Ave. Penticton 250-492-5552

Sawatzky, Dr. M 101-550 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-493-0134

Tighe, Dr. B 101-550 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-493-0009

Parameshwar, Dr. Manoj 125-725 Carmi Ave. Penticton 778-476-5788

Schneider, Dr. Nicole 102-550 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-493-0887

Toneff, Dr. Chris 120-1636 Main St. Penticton 250-492-3336

Peach City Medical Walk-In Clinic 166-2111 Main St. Penticton 250-276-5050

Semeniuk, Dr. R M 118-2436 Skaha Lake Rd. Penticton 250-770-3233

Vander Vyver, Dr. Driaan 13214 Kelly Summerland 250-494-3432

Severide, Dr. Susan 9923 Jubilee Rd. W Summerland 250-494-0521

Venkataraman, DR. Murali 13214 Kelly Summerland 250-494-3432

Sheehan, Dr. M C 10-626 Main St. Penticton 250-492-0470

Walker, Dr. Shannon 152-1848 Main St. Penticton 250-493-4773

Statham, Dr. Elmine 22-1496 Balfour St. Penticton 250-276-4350

Ward, Dr. Christopher 22-88 W. Duncan Penticton 250-492-2944

Stevens, Dr. Kyle 13214 Kelly Summerland 250-494-3432

Westby, Dr. Lloyd 120-1636 Main St. Penticton 250-490-9378

Stewart, Dr. Jacqueline 577 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-487-1007

PHYSIOTHERAPY

Summerland Physio 10121 Main St. Summerland 250-494-1828

Creek Side Physiotherapy 9517 Julia St. Summerland 250-404-0134

Uplands Physio Clinic 121-725 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-770-3235

Pertold, Dr. Louw 140-1636 Main St. Penticton 778-476-1629 Phillips, Dr. T 101-2210 Main St. Penticton 250-492-0990 Pinsonneault, Dr. T G 1111 Fairview Rd. Penticton 250-492-3700 Prabhu Medical Clinic 847 Winnipeg St. Penticton 250-493-0031 Pugachev, Dr. Alexander 202-383 Ellis St. Penticton 250-493-8484 Richardson, Dr. Wendy 13017 Rosedale Ave. Summerland 250-494-7376

Surkan, Dr. David 102-383 Ellis St. Penticton 250-492-2022

Robertson, Dr. James 5209-9th Ave. Ok Falls 250-497-8703

Surkan, Dr. John 620 Winnipeg St. Penticton 250-492-8802

Rosedale Medical Assoc.

200-13009 Rosedale Ave. Summerland 250-404-4242

Tatebe, Dr. Rodney 579 Martin St. Penticton 250-493-7195

Rublee, Dr. Catherine 550 Carmi Ave. Penticton 250-492-9080

Tatham, Dr. R 10-626 Main St. Penticton 250-492-0470

Dale Charles Physiotherapy 353 Winnipeg St. Penticton 250-493-73432 Ogopogo Physio 201-301 Main St. Penticton 778-931-0641 Osoyoos & South Ok Physiotherapy 8301A-78th Ave. Osoyoos, 250-495-2225 103-291 Fairview Ave. Oliver, 250-498-2202 Pro-Physio Clinic 16-88 W. Duncan Penticton, 250-490-8999 3002 Orchard Dr. Keremeos, 250-460-1364 Sports Clinic Physiotherapy 101-325 Power St. Penticton 250-487-1455

It’s the start of a new era. Construction of the new Patient Care Tower at Penticton Regional Hospital gets underway this spring. What will your legacy be for our new hospital?

Make the South Okanagan Similkameen Medical Foundation part of your estate and tax donation plans to ensure health care excellence for years to come for your family, friends and loved ones.

Dr. Jeff Marschall

It’s for our future.

550 Carmi Avenue, Penticton, B.C. V2A 3G6 Phone: 250-492-9027 • Toll Free: 1-866-771-0994 www.sosmedicalfoundation.com

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