Dr. Richard R. van der Ross MBCHB CCFP Inc.

PLEASE NOTE | Dr. van der Ross will Be Away From 23 December 2024 to 06 January 2025 |

PLEASE NOTE | Dr. van der Ross will Be Away From 23 December 2024 to 06 January 2025 |

We Are Exceptional Comprehensive Care

Located in the Lower Mission area of Kelowna, British Columbia, Dr. Richard R. van der Ross MBCHB CCFP Inc’s health mission is to provide exceptional and comprehensive care for those in our community.

Our world class clinic offers services to several physicians and healthcare businesses in Kelowna.

We are committed to providing a professional environment where your health is put first.

Dr. Richard van der Ross

Family Physician

BOOK YOUR APPOINTMENT NOW

Please note, online booking is the fastest way to get the earliest appointment.

We are not able to give you an earlier appointment if you call us.

If you need to see a doctor on an emergency basis, please visit your closest urgent care or hospital facility near you.

Please note that Dr. R van der Ross MD CCFP is full and is currently not accepting new patients in his family practice.

Holiday Closure

Dr. Richard van der Ross will be away from 23 December 2024 to 06 January 2025.

While the practice will remain open over this time, Dr. Richard van der Ross will not be seeing patients during this period.

Please make sure you have any required prescriptions completed prior to 20 December 2024.

Wishing you a wonderful festive season.

Areas of Practice

  • Dr Richard van der Ross, MD CCFP is a fully qualified and trained Family Physician providing primary care to men, women, seniors, children and infants.

    Our experienced and professional Family Health team works together to provide comprehensive medical care and service to our community.

    We are committed to providing you and your family with the healthcare you deserve.

  • We have a fantastic Primary Care Nurse in the clinic, who puts all of our patients needs first.

    She is a asset to our team and to our patient community.

  • As a teaching facility associated with the University of British Columbia Okanagan, (UBCO) Dr. Richard R van der Ross MBCHB CCFP Inc works collaboratively with family medicine residents, medical students and other interprofessional health learners.

    Transferring knowledge and skills alongside giving back to the profession are key reasons why we are involved in this part of medicine and the future of health care.

  • We provide Professional Business Management for Physicians in Kelowna to operate out of our clinic.

    Competitive Overheads | All-inclusive Overhead Costs | Billing Assistance | MOA’s | Procedure Rooms & Examination Rooms | Business Management

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Patient - Physician Relationship

The patient-physician relationship is built on a foundation of honesty, respect, and trust.

Physicians at RVDR Health and in this Medical Practice are committed to prioritising the patient’s care and well-being while respecting the patient’s autonomy in making personal decisions, including those related to lifestyle and treatment options.

This clinic maintains a zero-tolerance policy and reserves the right to terminate the patient-physician relationship if a patient:

  • Engages in threatening or abusive behavior toward the physician or clinic staff, including comments or actions of a sexualised or racist nature. As employers, physicians have a legal duty to ensure a workplace free from harassment for their employees.

  • Presents a risk of harm to the physician or clinic staff.

  • Demonstrates a lack of confidence in the physician, such as through behavior that indicates the clinic is not being utilised as a primary care provider. This may include repeatedly seeking care at other clinics without necessity.

  • Fails to attend scheduled appointments or neglects to pay for services, despite multiple reminders and discussions.