Description
About Dr. Ian Joseph Warbrick
Dr. Ian Joseph Warbrick is a dedicated Internist / Geriatrician committed to providing comprehensive medical care for adults, with a focus on complex conditions and geriatric health. Practicing in Port Alberni, BC, he serves the surrounding communities, ensuring accessible and patient-centered healthcare. His practice adheres to the standards set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC), emphasizing evidence-based and safe medical practices.
Special interests within Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care include specialty practice in internal medicine, with a focus on managing complex adult and geriatric health conditions. Dr. Warbrick is experienced in addressing multifaceted health issues in older adults, aiming to improve quality of life through comprehensive assessment and management.
Dr. Warbrick graduated with a Medical Degree from the University of British Columbia in 2017. He completed relevant postgraduate training and certifications in internal medicine and geriatrics, ensuring he is well-equipped to handle the diverse needs of his patients. His professional development includes ongoing education to stay current with the latest evidence-based practices.
His clinical philosophy is grounded in an evidence-based and informative approach, focusing on patient-centered care. He is committed to serving the residents of Port Alberni and the surrounding areas, speaking fluent English. Dr. Warbrick is dedicated to providing thorough, compassionate care tailored to each individual's health needs.
Conditions Managed by Dr. Ian Joseph Warbrick
Dr. Warbrick provides expert care for adults with a wide range of medical conditions, including:
Management of Chronic Diseases
- Chronic Respiratory Diseases: Care for conditions like COPD, asthma, and interstitial lung disease, focusing on optimizing lung function and managing symptoms.
- Cardiovascular Conditions: Medical management of heart failure, coronary artery disease (stable), arrhythmias (like atrial fibrillation), and valvular heart disease.
- Diabetes Mellitus (Type 1 & 2): Comprehensive management including glucose control strategies, complication prevention, and patient education.
Complex Diagnostic & Multi-System Issues
- Perioperative Medical Optimization: Pre-surgical assessment and management of medical conditions to minimize operative risks and ensure smoother recovery.
- Management of Patients with Multiple Comorbidities: Coordinating care and treatment plans for individuals managing several complex health conditions simultaneously.
- Evaluation of Undifferentiated Symptoms: Investigating complex presentations like fatigue, weight loss, or pain without a clear diagnosis.
Geriatric Syndromes & Focused Elder Care
- Delirium Prevention & Management: Identifying risk factors for delirium (acute confusion) in hospitalized or ill older adults and implementing management strategies.
- Frailty Assessment & Management: Identifying and managing frailty to improve resilience, maintain function, and enhance quality of life in older adults.
- Polypharmacy & Medication Optimization: Expert review of multiple medications to reduce adverse effects, eliminate unnecessary drugs (deprescribing), and simplify regimens.
Dr. Warbrick manages a wide range of complex adult and geriatric health conditions. This list highlights common areas of focus. If your condition is not listed, please note that internal medicine specialists address diverse and often multi-systemic diseases. Consultation is typically initiated via referral from your primary care physician.
Clinical Services Offered by Dr. Ian Joseph Warbrick
- Management of Geriatric Syndromes: Specialized care for common age-related conditions including falls, frailty, cognitive impairment (dementia, delirium), polypharmacy, urinary incontinence, and malnutrition.
- Driving Safety Assessment Consultation (Medical): Evaluating medical fitness to drive in older adults, considering cognitive, sensory, and physical factors.
- Consultation for Undiagnosed Symptoms: Expert evaluation for patients experiencing persistent or puzzling symptoms that require specialized diagnostic investigation to determine the underlying cause.
- Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA): A holistic, multidimensional evaluation tailored to older adults, assessing medical conditions, functional ability, cognition, mood, nutrition, social support, and medication use.
- Geriatric Psychiatry Liaison Support: Assessing and managing mood disorders (like depression, anxiety) and behavioral changes often associated with dementia or other conditions in older adults.
Note: This list represents some of the key services offered by Dr. Warbrick. As a specialist in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care, he provides comprehensive diagnostic and management services. For specific inquiries about whether your condition falls within Dr. Warbrick's scope of practice, please discuss with your referring physician or contact the clinic.
All medical services are provided in accordance with the standards of practice set by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC).
Practice Location & Accessibility
Dr. Warbrick’s practice is situated in areas near the central Port Alberni neighborhood of Port Alberni, BC. The location provides convenient access for residents of the local community, with proximity to local points of interest and public transit routes. The facility is wheelchair accessible. Parking is available at the facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How is payment handled for appointments with Dr. Warbrick? Is it covered by Medical Services Plan (MSP)?
- In BC, medical consultations with specialists like Dr. Warbrick are typically covered by your provincial health insurance (Medical Services Plan (MSP)) when you present a valid health card and have the required referral. You generally do not pay directly for the consultation service itself. Some specific procedures, forms, or administrative tasks might not be covered by Medical Services Plan (MSP) and may incur a separate fee according to provincial guidelines. Please inquire if you have questions about uninsured services.
- Can I book an appointment directly or do I absolutely need a referral?
- A referral from your family physician or another medical specialist is required to see Dr. Warbrick. As experts in Internal Medicine and Geriatric Care, Internists and Geriatricians see patients based on specific medical questions posed by the referring doctor. This ensures continuity of care and that the consultation is appropriate for your needs. Please have your doctor forward the referral information.
- Does Dr. Ian Joseph Warbrick handle prescription refills?
- Generally, ongoing prescription refills should be managed through your family doctor (primary care provider). Dr. Warbrick will make initial recommendations or adjustments, but routine refills are best handled by your family doctor who manages your overall care, unless specific arrangements are made for certain specialized medications.
Contact & Licensing Information
3831 9TH Ave, Alberni Internal Medicine Clinic
Port Alberni, BC V9Y 4T8
Phone: (778) 421-8781 | Fax: (778) 421-8787
The facility is wheelchair accessible.
Dr. Warbrick is a licensed physician regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) under the Health Professions Act in BC. Patients are typically seen by referral from their primary care physician.
Verify registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC): https://www.cpsbc.ca/public/registrant-directory/search-result/343495/Warbrick%2CIan