Nova Travel Clinic, Victoria's resource for travelers, providing a comprehensive range of services to the international traveler as well as keeping you safe at home with occupational vaccines. At Nova Travel Medical Clinic in Victoria, our team of certified Nurses & Doctors provide a full range of travel immunizations, prescriptions, & advice.
We are the only travel clinic on Vancouver Island that is directly supported by Infectious Disease, Tropical Medicine and Internal Medicine specialists. Pre-trip consultations tailored to your specific itinerary and type of travel. Next step is to contact the office and book an appointment for consultation with one of our travel health nurses to ensure you are prepared for current health concerns for your trip!
We are the only travel clinic on Vancouver Island that is directly supported by Infectious Disease, Tropical Medicine and Internal Medicine specialists. Pre-trip consultations tailored to your specific itinerary and type of travel. Next step is to contact the office and book an appointment for consultation with one of our travel health nurses to ensure you are prepared for current health concerns for your trip!
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The immunizations provided at Victoria's Nova Travel and Immunization clinic vary depending on: Type of travel, previous immunization/medical history and length of trip. You should consider booking an appointment with a travel health provider a minimum of 4-6 weeks prior to departure to determine whether you require any vaccinations or prescriptions prior to your trip.
Preventative travel immunizations and counseling costs are not covered by the Medical Services Plan (MSP). Therefore a clinic fee is charged for a 30 minute consultation and immunization appointment with our staff. Consultations for complex or multiple people (same trip) are booked for longer than 30 minutes and fees will vary.
Hepatitis A is spread through consumption of contaminated food, (especially avoid raw shellfish) and/or drinking contaminated water; it can also be transmitted from person to person and through blood. Hepatitis A virus is most common in developing countries such as Mexico, Central or South America, Asia, Africa and India; 85 % of travel related cases were associated with travel to such places.
Rabies is an infection of the brain caused by a virus that is spread to humans through the bite or scratch of an infected animal. If left untreated, rabies is fatal. The most common infection is through the bite of an infected dog. Rabies results in tens of thousands of human deaths each year. Symptoms can take 3-8 weeks to appear and include : headache, fever, difficulty swallowing, excessive drooling, muscle spasms and strange behavior.
Tetanus (also known as lockjaw) is a disease caused by bacteria that lives in dust and dirt. It is commonly transmitted through injuries via any cut that is contaminated with dirt, feces, saliva, deep wounds, burns, and injuries due to crushing. Tetanus symptoms are very painful and consist of spasms of the muscles of the jaw, and other areas which cause those areas to " lock".
Reviews (10)
Ai R.
Nov 15, 2021
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Arvind Tirkey
Oct 17, 2021
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I came here for a TB test needed for a job. It was not crowded on the Monday morning. 206 and 206A doors are separate but opens to the same lobby. Clean and good well versed staff. I filled out the forms and test was done fast and with well explained process.
Downstairs is Subway and a good large well spaced Pharmacy. Opposite to the building is a Starbucks which was nice as I needed a coffee early morning. :-)
Let’s see how it goes in my second visit when I pick up the results, but so far I had a good experience.
Downstairs is Subway and a good large well spaced Pharmacy. Opposite to the building is a Starbucks which was nice as I needed a coffee early morning. :-)
Let’s see how it goes in my second visit when I pick up the results, but so far I had a good experience.
Chanice C.
May 13, 2021
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Donna Warrender
Jul 16, 2020
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Jane Purdie
Jan 11, 2020
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I have escorted numerous groups of travelers to Africa & India, personally I have used Nova Travel Clinic in Victoria for many years & I always refer my clients to this Clinic. It is so very important to have expert advice with regards to recommended medical precautions for travel. Nova has always supplied excellent service and makes everyone feel secure in the expertise received. The information they share is always up to date and detailed. Paulina who most of my experiences have been with at the Clinic, is knowledgeable and welcoming!
Lori Willson
Dec 06, 2019
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Excellent experience at this travel clinic. We were given A LOT of information, which can be somewhat overwhelming, and hard to remember. Luckily, we didnt have to - a copy of all the information was emailed to us. The medical professional was very thorough, and although we are travelling to a "high-risk" area of the world, we feel confident that we have been given the best advice for how to protect our health. Staff was very pleasant. Would definitely recommend!
Heather Hughes
Jul 23, 2019
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I am a seasoned traveller and it is always a pleasure to deal with the staff at this clinic. Paulina is so well informed about different countries, risks that could be present and what I need to know about the drugs I will need. The front counter personnel are warm and friendly and even though it might have been a while since I was last in, they invariably ask about my recent trip. This is the only clinic I will go to as the service is exceptional. Thank you to the entire team
Irene Nakonechny
Jun 14, 2019
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Nova Travel Clinic is an excellent experience. The info is current and professionally presented in a clear and concise manner. The convenience of having any necessary vaccinations available on site is great. The staff are very professional and knowledgeable.The surroundings are very clean and relaxing. An excellent clinic!
Heather
Aug 10, 2018
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Appointment was on time, prices were laid out clearly. Making the appointment was easy, and after doing my own thorough research, not having to pay for a full consult fee was a nice option. I am fearful of needles after some bad childhood experiences, but the nurse was kind and gentle, describing everything she was doing and what to expect. I was pleasantly surprised how easy it all was and how sensitive to my fear she was. Will definitely return for my follow ups at this clinic.
Tammara Kennelly
Nov 23, 2016
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I cannot say enough good things about this clinic. The nurse was outstanding. Knowledgeable, prepared ahead of time, efficient and her confidence left me feeling confident. The advice she provided was solid and left me with choices I was empowered to make. The materials and takeaways they gave me contained valuable information and were very professional. Well worth the small cost.
