“A major draw is an exceptionally accessible medical network.”

Although our practice is rural, we are not isolated professionally.  We have an excellent relationship with and exceptional clinical support from our specialist colleagues at Valley Regional Hospital.  We are serviced by the first fully accredited ambulance service in North America.  Most ambulances have at least one advanced care paramedic and response times are outstanding.  Life Flight air ambulance is only a phone call away.

• Secondary and tertiary care centres are relatively nearby.
• Valley Regional Hospital (Kentville)—1 hour
• South Shore Regional Hospital (Bridgewater)—90 minutes
• Yarmouth Regional Hospital—90 minutes
• QEII Health Sciences Centre (Halifax)—2 hours
• EHS Life Flight—42 minute flight-time from Halifax

Annapolis Royal is in the position of being rural, but it is not remote or isolated.

“This engaging community with its historical romance, open spaces
and arts scene lured us from the city to the country.”

Annapolis Royal is that special kind of place that lingers sweetly in your mind and memory.  The town’s beautifully preserved historic and architectural legacy with its mix of Victorian, Georgian and Arts & Crafts homes, is the perfect backdrop to the artistic energy emanating from the shops, art galleries, farmers’ market, gardens and theatre.  Given this dynamic combination, it’s no wonder the United Nations Environment Programme anointed it, “The most livable small town in the world.”

Cradled within a land and seascape of serene natural beauty, the town rests in the palm of a long glacial valley severed by the Annapolis River.  Buffered by two small mountain ranges on the north and south, the land on either side of the river widens into a broad swath of salt marsh and cultivated earth.  Over the North Mountain lies the magnificent Bay of Fundy, to the south, an expanse of lakes, a national park and protected wilderness areas.  With four distinct seasons, the region is ideal for kayaking, canoeing, hiking, snowshoeing, backcountry camping and other outdoor activities; or simply sitting back and savouring the view.

There is an active and vibrant arts community, which supports a nationally recognized gallery, and a theatre which presents a mix of local and traveling productions as well as current movies each week.  For those who like an occasional urban experience, the bright lights of Halifax are only two hours away.

More on Annapolis Royal and region:  Town of Annapolis Royal | Annapolis Heritage Society | Annapolis Region Community Arts Council | Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens | King’s Theatre | County of Annapolis | Weather | Map of Annapolis Royal

"Nothing beats the satisfaction of working
with this great team.”

From the details of alternative payment plans to the joys of working in a rural setting, hear it straight up from our staff via video testimonials. We welcome any questions you may have.

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Our Practice

Bob Barkwell, Family Physician, Chief of Staff, Annapolis Community Health Centre

Why I Choose to Work Here

Dr. Roop Conyers, Family Physician

 ACHC

Dr. Bob Barkwell

Our Collaborative Team

Jacinta Harvey, Nurse Practitioner

The District

Dr. Bob Barkwell

Our Broader Links

Karen Smith, Site Manager

CME

Jacinta Harvey, Nurse Practitioner

A Great Community

Donna Conyers, spouse of Dr. Roop Conyers