Our Practice
The E&CPP Program offers expert, evidence-based care for endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain through an interdisciplinary team, in line with guidelines from the Society of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists of Canada (SOGC).
The E&CPP Program includes:
Gyneacologists
Physiotherapist
Aneasthesiologist &
Chronic Pain Specialist
Social Worker
Nurse Practitioner
Nutritionist
Referrals to the E&CPP Program:
A referral from a primary care physician, nurse practitioner or gyneacologist is required to join our program.
We accept referrals for patients who:
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Have been evaluated by a gynecologist within the past 5 years
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Have not improved with first- and second-line treatments for endometriosis or chronic pelvic pain
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Experience pelvic pain on most days for 6 months or more
If you don’t have a primary care provider, you can register with the Need a Family Practice Registry. Nova Scotians on the registry can access free online care through VirtualCareNS by Maple.
Healthcare providers: Download our referral form am fax it to 902-470-7061.
Your Visit:
Before Your Visit
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After receiving your referral, we will ask you to complete a detailed online health questionnaire. This helps our team prepare for your assessment and tailor your care.
Your First Visit
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We are located at the Women's Building at IWK Health. Locate the purple elevators at the entrance and proceed to registration on the Gyneacological Clinics on 6th floor.
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You will attend a comprehensive interdisciplinary assessment with all care team of the E&CPP Program, including a gynecological and pain evaluation.
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You will also access a virtual pain education session developed by our healthcare providers, where you will learn about chronic pelvic pain and practical self-management strategies.
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You will receive a workbook to help you track your progress, appointments, and apply the tools introduced during your session.
Follow-Up Visits
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Ongoing care may include visits with members of our interdisciplinary team, including physiotherapy, nutrition, mental health, or follow-up gynecology.
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Your care plan is personalized based on your needs and goals, with support every step of the way.
Our Team
Our expert team is here to educate and research endometriosis and chronic pelvic pain to better help you.
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Medical Co-Director
Dr. Elizabeth Randle
Dr. Randle is a Gyneacologist at the IWK Health and an Assistant Professor at Dalhousie University. She completed medical training at Western University, OB/GYN residency at Dalhousie, and a fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery at the University of Saskatchewan. She also holds a Master’s in Healthcare Quality Improvement from Queen’s University and practices at IWK Health.
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Medical Co-Director
Dr. Allana Munro
Dr. Munro is and Anesthesiologist at the IWK Health and an Associate Professor at Dalhousie University. She completed medical school and Anesthesiology training at Dalhousie, followed by a Women’s and Obstetric Anesthesia Fellowship at IWK Health and training in chronic pain. She also serves as Associate Medical Director of Research in the Department of Anesthesia, Pain Management & Perioperative Medicine.
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Gyneacologist
Dr. Brigid Nee
Dr. Nee is an Assistant Professor at Dalhousie University and an OB/GYN at IWK Health. She trained at Dalhousie, Queen’s, and the University of Calgary, with a fellowship in Minimally Invasive Gynecologic Surgery. She joined IWK in 2023 after five years on faculty at Queen’s University.
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Nurse Practicioner
Leah Pink
Leah Pink is a Nurse Practitioner in the Women's Ambulatory Program at IWK Health and an Adjunct Lecturer at Dalhousie University. She trained at the University of Toronto and CAMH, and previously worked in pain management at Mount Sinai Hospital, including the Pain in Pregnancy Program.
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Social Worker
Linda MacEarchern
Linda is a Social Worker in the IWK Women’s Health Program with a background in psychology and social work from St. FX, Dalhousie, and Carleton. She has extensive experience in mental health and trauma, and supports women coping with grief and chronic pain using Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
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Physiotherapist
Bree Bates
Bree is a pelvic floor physiotherapist with a Master’s in Physiotherapy and a BSc in Kinesiology from Dalhousie University. She helps patients manage pelvic pain through tailored exercises, manual therapy, posture correction, and pain education to restore muscle balance and function.
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Research Manager
Raquel Dias
Raquel has expertise in women’s health, psychiatry, and digital health. She holds a PhD in Health Sciences from PUCRS (Brazil) and completed a Postdoctoral Fellowship in Health Informatics at Dalhousie University. She leads the program’s research initiatives and manages the E&CPP database to support personalized care and advance knowledge on endometriosis and pelvic pain.
Tel: 902-470-7473