The Regional Chronic Pain Program is a dynamic, multi-service outpatient clinic specialized in identifying pain sources and restoring function.
Our program aims to improve quality of life and function for individuals with persistent pain. This is achieved through working with our pain team, setting realistic and obtainable goals, and attending our educational classes. Island Health’s Pain Program requires a referral from a primary care provider. Practitioners may refer to the referral section below to download the applicable referral form.
The Pain Program’s interdisciplinary team is comprised of physicians, a psychologist, a psychiatrist, pharmacists, nursing staff, occupational therapists, physiotherapists, social work, and clerical staff.
Based on individual needs, some people might see several members of our Pain Team, or only one or two.
To learn more about the pain program and available community resources, please review the Pain Program - Introductory Slideshow.
Island Health’s Chronic Pain Program has three locations:
*The information on this webpage pertains to the Victoria and Nanaimo locations only.
Island Health Pain Program’s Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) – RJH & NRGH
For videos, links and information related to chronic pain management, please review our Chronic Pain Resources webpage.
If you are participating in our group programs, or you’d like to learn more about our interdisciplinary services, please review our Group Programs webpage.
Island Health’s Pain Program requires a referral from a primary care provider.
Regional Interdisciplinary Referral (fillable)
Neuropathic Pain: Pharmacological Evidence-Based Treatment Algorithm
For more information, please refer to Pathways.
To receive treatment at Island Health’s Chronic Pain Program, please contact your primary care provider for a referral.
We require a Health History Questionnaire to be completed. This will be sent to each patient prior to their first scheduled appointment.
To help you prepare, recover, and develop a better understanding of our procedures, please review our available handouts in the "Additional Resources" section below.
