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Primary Care Networks
Organized primary care delivery networks.
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In the quiet corridors of a community health centre in rural Saskatchewan, Dr. Aris Thorne reviews the day’s schedule. As a family physician embedded within a Primary Care Network (PCN), he has access to a dedicated nurse practitioner, a dietitian, and a social worker, all funded through a shared budget that allows for coordinated care. For his patients, this model has reduced wait times for specialist referrals and provided holistic management for chronic conditions like diabetes and hypertension. Dr.

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> **Auto-generated summary — pending editorial review.** > This article was drafted by the CanuckDUCK editorial summarizer on 2026-04-21. > If you spot something off, edit the page or flag it for the editors. Primary Care Networks (PCNs) are a cornerstone of Canada's healthcare system, providing essential primary care services to communities across the country. Changes to these networks can have far-reaching effects on healthcare delivery, patient outcomes, and the broader civic landscape.
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