Patient Resources
Practical information to help you understand Manitoba’s healthcare system, prepare for appointments and know what to ask next.
AskMyDoc is currently accepting patients within the Winnipeg area, where in-person follow-up can be arranged when clinically appropriate and subject to availability. We are working toward expanding our services to other areas of Manitoba.
Reliable Healthcare Information
Explore our physician-reviewed healthcare guides to better understand Manitoba health services, prepare for appointments and make informed decisions about your care.
These guides provide general information and do not replace an individual medical assessment.
Patient Healthcare Guides
Browse healthcare information by category.
Finding a physician
Rate My Doctor Winnipeg: How to Verify Physician Registration and Credentials
Use official Manitoba regulatory sources to verify a physician’s identity and registration, and understand the limits of online ratings.
Health cards & coverage
How to Get or Renew a Manitoba Health Card
Registration, replacement and updates: understand which Manitoba Health process applies to you.
Tests & referrals
How to Get a Lab Requisition in Manitoba
What a requisition is, how to prepare for a discussion about tests and how to plan follow-up.
Tests & referrals
How to Get a Specialist Referral in Winnipeg
How to discuss a referral, prepare relevant information and follow up while waiting.
Mental health
How to Access a Psychiatrist Referral in Manitoba
Preparing for a mental health assessment, discussing referral options and planning support.
Medication & prescriptions
Prescription Renewals in Winnipeg: What Patients Should Know
Plan ahead for a medication review and understand why a prescription renewal needs assessment.
Reviewed information comes first
These resources do not replace an individual healthcare assessment.