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Dr Christopher Applewhaite
Family Physician
About Dr Applewhaite
Edit profileDr. Christopher Applewhaite is a Family Physician practicing at Salt Spring Island Health Centre, located at 164 Kings Lane, Salt Spring Island, BC, where he provides comprehensive, patient-centered care to individuals and families across all ages with a strong focus on continuity, wellness, and preventative medicine; if you’ve received care from Dr. Applewhaite, consider leaving a review to help others discover his thoughtful and community-oriented approach to family health.
Special interest
Dr. Applewhaite’s clinical interests include musculoskeletal medicine, chronic pain management, preventative health, and holistic primary care; he integrates physical therapy principles into his practice and supports patients with conditions such as joint pain, mobility issues, and post-injury recovery, while also emphasizing early risk detection and long-term wellness strategies tailored to individual needs.
Education and training
Dr. Christopher Applewhaite earned his MD from the University of Calgary in 2016, completed his residency in Victoria, and also holds a Master of Science in Physical Therapy; he is certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada and licensed by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC).
Practice in Salt Spring Island, BC
- 164 Kings Lane, Salt Spring Island Heath Center, Salt Spring Island, BC, V8K 2P7
Practice in Cormorant Island Health Centre
Cormorant Island Health Centre
- 49 School Rd, Alert Bay, BC V0N 1A0
Frequently Asked Questions
He manages joint pain, mobility limitations, and post-injury recovery using a combination of physical therapy principles and evidence-based medical care.
Yes, he supports patients dealing with persistent pain through personalized treatment plans that may include lifestyle adjustments, physical therapy, and medication management.
Absolutely—he emphasizes early detection and health promotion through screenings, education, and proactive care strategies tailored to each patient.
Currently, he is not accepting new patients for ongoing primary care, but availability may change; contact the clinic for updates.
His dual background in medicine and physical therapy allows him to offer a holistic, movement-informed approach to family care, blending clinical precision with functional wellness.
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