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Frequently Asked Questions
Are there pre-service instructions for the patient
Yes.
Is a referral required?
Yes. Physician referral and appointments required.
Do I need a ride home?
Yes. You are considered legally impaired for 24 hours and can not operate a vehicle.
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After 16 years in the UK, nurse Chinenye “Phina” Uwakwe chose Interior Health and Vernon, B.C., for a new chapter in her nursing career.
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Working with volunteers in a non-profit setting, Ken Zarr understands how essential it is to have compassion and the willingness to collaborate.
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