Calgary Foothills Primary Care Network (PCN) is a group of family physicians, nurse practitioners and health care professionals in northwest Calgary and Cochrane collaborating with various external stakeholders to deliver the best possible primary care. The PCN has established a team environment where individuals are encouraged to take initiative, be creative and contribute to ongoing decision‑making.

The PCN’s Extended Health Team (EHT) is comprised of registered nurses, clinical pharmacists, kinesiologist, occupational therapists, physical therapists, social workers, family physicians, nurse practitioners and mental health consultants. The team helps patients with complex chronic health conditions who struggle with psychosocial factors to self‑manage chronic conditions, set achievable goals and access additional resources and support. Group and individual appointments or home visits are tailored to the patient’s needs.

The Extended Health Team Program Ma...