Group Medical Visits
Accessible, supportive care at no cost to you — covered by MSP and designed to help you take charge of your pain.
Group Medical Visits (GMVs) offer movement, education, connection, and support. These visits are hosted virtually and facilitated by clinicians who care.
Already a patient? Book a Group Medical Visit now.
What is a GMV?
A Group Medical Visit is a longer, virtual session led by a licensed physician and supported by clinicians such as physiotherapists or other allied health professionals. These sessions blend pain science education, self-management strategies, and movement-based practices — all backed by research and delivered in a compassionate, community-centred format.
GMVs are not a replacement for your in-person care. Instead, they complement your existing treatment plan and help you build skills to feel better and do more.
What to Expect
Each session is welcoming and low-pressure. Most include:
Education: Learn how pain works in the body and brain
Guided practice: Movement therapy or mindfulness exercises
Group Discussion or Q&A: Share, ask questions, or just listen
Resources: Materials to support what you’ve learned
All sessions are designed to help you feel safe, seen, and supported. Come learn, move, and heal together.
Core GMV Offerings
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This group medical visit is designed for people living with persistent pain who are looking for a gentle, supportive way to begin moving again. Each session includes a combination of guided meditation and simple, mindful movements that can be done seated or standing — with options to modify based on your comfort and ability.
This class is a great starting point if you're feeling unsure about more active classes like Clinical Pilates or Qi Gong. It offers a slower pace, a focus on relaxation and breath, and a chance to gently reconnect with your body in a safe, compassionate space.
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This class introduces the ancient practice of Qi Gong, using slow, flowing movements and breathwork to calm the nervous system, reduce tension, and support healing. No prior experience needed — just a willingness to move with intention.
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This group medical visit introduces yoga as a gentle, accessible way to support people living with persistent pain. In this session, you’ll explore simple postures, mindful movement, and breathing practices designed to calm the nervous system, improve body awareness, and foster a sense of safety in movement.
No previous yoga experience is required. Modifications will be offered so you can participate at your own comfort level — whether seated in a chair, standing, or laying down.
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This class integrates evidence-informed movement, breathwork, and body awareness strategies shown to support nervous system regulation and improve functional mobility. You will be guided through gentle, Pilates-based exercises that are adaptable to all abilities, with a focus on moving safely and confidently.
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This 2-hour, single-session pain education workshop is based on Stanford research. Learn why pain persists, how it’s processed in the brain and body, and practical tools to reduce it. Leave with a personalized pain relief plan to support daily function and help you regain a sense of control.
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Pain is complex, but understanding it can reduce its impact. In this session, we’ll unpack why pain can continue long after injury and how it’s processed in your nervous system. We’ll help you shift your relationship with pain through knowledge, not fear — and take a step toward greater confidence, function, and relief.
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This group medical visit supports people living with persistent pain in gently reconnecting with movement. We’ll explore how the brain and nervous system can learn safety through gradual, intentional movement — no pushing through or performing. We’ll also cover pacing strategies to help break the boom-and-bust cycle, so movement becomes more consistent and sustainable over time. Includes a short, optional practice (seated or standing), practical tools, and time for reflection. Ideal if you’re feeling unsure about movement or want a supportive place to start rebuilding confidence in your body.
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This 8‑session Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) series helps participants understand the brain’s role in chronic pain, teaching evidence‑based techniques to calm the nervous system. Each group session blends education, somatic practices, and peer support to reduce fear and promote healing through neuroplasticity.
Learn more about PRT here.
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Do you feel overwhelmed, afraid or angry? These are normal responses to ongoing pain. If these emotions get stuck on looping thoughts and reactions, they can feed into the pain spiral. This 6-week class is based on the work of Dr. John Sarno and many other researchers and physicians who came after him. Pain is a physical (sensory) and emotional experience. They feed into each other and can increase or decrease the unpleasant sensations. Learn how to untangle the fear and stuck survival stress from pain and release stored and present emotions in your nervous system. Unwind patterns of fear and old trauma patterns that keep pain in place.
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Explore the role medications can play in pain care, from over-the-counter options to prescriptions. This session focuses on informed decision-making, helping you understand risks, benefits, and how to talk to your care team about your choices.
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Procedures—like injections, nerve blocks, radiofrequency ablations or other interventions—can sometimes play a role in managing persistent pain. But they are just one tool in the toolbox. In this group medical visit, Dr. Noah Alexander will walk you through the most common procedures offered for pain, what they can and can’t do, and how they may fit into a broader recovery plan. You’ll gain a clearer understanding of what to expect before, during, and after these interventions, which clinics offer them, and how to decide (with your care team) whether a procedure might be right for you.
Eligibility & Coverage
Group Medical Visits are fully covered by MSP and available to adults living in British Columbia who have a valid Personal Health Number (PHN). You'll need a referral from a healthcare provider, such as a family doctor, nurse practitioner, or pain specialist to access our pain management services. If you don’t currently have a provider who can refer you, you’re welcome to join one of our free Introductory Sessions, where we can help you explore your options.
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