Dr. John Wade

Dr. John Wade

MD, FRCPC
Rheumatologist
Vancouver, BC
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Dr. John Wade Bio

Dr. John Wade is a leading rheumatologist in Canada. He believes that outstanding clinical and diagnostic assessment combined with generational change in therapeutics over the last decade have altered the lives of patients with arthritis for the better.

Dr. John Wade completed his medical studies at the University of British Columbia and Harvard Medical School. Since returning to Vancouver General Hospital and the University of British Columbia, he has focused on optimizing care for patients with arthritis and other inflammatory disorders.

He has been a leader in training future generations of doctors. Dr Wade has served as Head, Division of Rheumatology, Vancouver General Hospital; Post Graduate Medical Director, Department of Medicine , University of British Columbia; Board Member, The Arthritis Society BC and Yukon Division and President Medical Staff, Vancouver General Hospital.

Dr. Wade has spent over 20 years being a leader in continuing medical education. He believes that learning is a lifelong experience. He has chaired over 50 local, national and international medical meetings to improve doctors’ knowledge in both internal medicine and rheumatology.

Dr Wade and his colleagues at ARTUS Health Centre strive to offer outstanding care to treat patients with arthritis.



If you are looking for local services or  treatment from your local rheumatologist   in the office or hospital from a Local Rheumatologist, contact a provider such as ( Dr. John Wade ) to inquire if they are accepting patients or you need a referral.   Phone number to book an appointment 604 875 1570

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( Dr. John Wade, Local Rheumatologist Vancouver, BC ), may talk about some of the conditions and some of the treatment options shown on the videos. Always talk with your Local Rheumatologist about the information you learnt from the videos in regards to Osteoarthritis Thumb Joint treatments and procedures the Local Rheumatologist could  perform and if they would be appropriate for you. Symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis include joint pain, swelling and stiffness. At first, rheumatoid arthritis usually only attacks a few joints, but over time it affects more. Many people experience worse RA pain in the morning or after they’ve been sitting or lying down for awhile. It can also cause fatigue.

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Rheumatoid arthritis (RA) is a chronic condition that causes pain, swelling, and stiffness in the joints. Affecting obesity about 1% of the population, it is one of the most common types of inflammatory arthritis. RA  is a systemic rheumatic disease, which means that it can affect the entire body. Osteoarthritis is most common in the joints of the knees, hips, hands, fingers, neck and spine, although it can affect any joint in the body. Osteoarthritis symptoms include pain, stiffness and swelling in joints, especially when getting up in the morning. If your OA is severe, you may feel pain for the entire day, or lose your ability to use the joint. Even five or ten pounds of weight loss significantly reduces the strain across a weight-bearing joint, and can improve pain and reduce the need for joint replacement in the future.

People with rheumatoid arthritis can improve their quality of life and quantity of life by controlling the disease.
But also there are lots of resources that can help people with rheumatoid arthritis function better. Your local arthritis organization can help show the local resources, but things like occupational therapists, physiotherapists, vocational counselors, social workers to help with work issues.There are people that can help with ergonomic issues at work, canes and crutches for weight-bearing joints that are required. So there are many resources to help people function better.
The most important thing to do to prevent rheumatoid arthritis is don't smoke, and if you do smoke, quit. If you have more questions about rheumatoid arthritis or if you think you have rheumatoid arthritis please ontact your healthcare provider.

 

 

 

Why did you choose your current profession?

My father was a doctor.

Who influenced your profession choice the most?

My father influenced my choice of profession the most.

Education

  • University of British Columbia
    MD
    1976 - 1980
  • University of British Columbia
    Fellowship Royal College of Canada Internal Medicine 1985
    1981 - 1985
  • University of British Columbia
    1985 - 1986
    Fellowship training in Rheumatology one year
  • Harvard Medical School
    1986 - 1988
    Fellowship training in Rheumatology two years

Ratings for Dr. John Wade MD, FRCPC, Local Rheumatologist, Vancouver BC, Rheumatology NOW

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    happy to Rate Dr. John Wade MD, FRCPC, Local Rheumatologist, Vancouver BC, Orthopedics NOW
    Submitted: March 08, 2023
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    Happy to rate Dr. John Wade MD, FRCPC, Local Rheumatologist as very good.
    Submitted: December 08, 2022
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    Very happy with all the service received from Dr. John Wade MD, FRCPC, Local Rheumatologist
    Submitted: November 09, 2022
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    Please pass this onto Dr. Stefanie Wade: Want to thank her for a cortisone shot last month that has taken away 100 per cent of pain from De Quervin's. I am sooo very grateful to her. She's my favourite person now in the whole world! Cheers, Barbara Yaffe May 16/22
    Submitted: May 17, 2022
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    Have been a patient of DR Wades for three years for RA and I find him to be informative, educated and caring. Would recommend Dr Wade to anyone in Vancouver looking for a good Rheumatologist. Janice.
    Submitted: April 04, 2018
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    Was refereed to Dr Wade by my family physician for RA and he has been good with education and understanding of my pain and discomfort. I would recommend Dr wade to anyone with the luck to get in to see him.
    Submitted: February 05, 2018
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    Have been seeing Dr John Wade for close to 5 years and in that time he has shown understanding and a level of expertise that has always impressed me. I would recommend both Dr Wade and his clinic to anyone looking for a higher level of care.
    Submitted: January 09, 2018
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    Have always been impressed with Dr. John Wade, Rheumatologist, Vancouver, BC level of education an materials he has presented to me to better understand my condition.
    Submitted: February 20, 2017
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    Happy to Rate Dr. John Wade as an excellent Rheumatologist in Broadway Vancouver area. has been helping me with RA for two years and cannot say enough good things.
    Submitted: May 03, 2016
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    Happy to rate Dr. John Wade my Rheumatologist con Broadway in Vancouver as excellent for helping me with my RA for 5 years.
    Submitted: April 19, 2016
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    Dr. John Wade has been my Rheumatologist in Vancouver on west Broadway street for five years. Spend s a good amount of time on education and has been very consistent with me understanding my disease of RA>
    Submitted: March 06, 2016
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    Dr. John Wade has been my Rheumatologist on Broadway fro three years and I cannot say enough great things about Dr Wade. Takes time to listen to me and is big on education and home work. Would recommend Dr Wade to anyone looking for a good rheumatologist in the Broadway area of Vancouver.
    Submitted: March 04, 2016
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    Was asked to comment upon Dr. John Wade latest video on Biosimilars for the treatment of Rheumatoid Arthritis and how they are deferent than biologics. Thought the video was very informative and clear on the the advantages.
    Submitted: February 25, 2016
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    Have been seeing Dr. John Wade on the importance of medication adherence and alternative medications to my RA for a few years and find him to be very reputable and ethical. He has helped me signifactly with understanding my medication options. I would recommend Dr. John Wade to anyone looking for a good Rheumatologist in Broadway Vancouver area.
    Submitted: February 23, 2016
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    Have been a patient of Dr Wade's for 10 years for my battle with RA. In my time with Dr Wade I have found him to give good information and to make me feel that my RA is manageable. Thank you Dr Wade for all your help.
    Submitted: February 18, 2016
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    Recently visited Dr John Wade to discuss my diagnosis and treatment of calcium supplementation .to help me with my diagnosis of osteoporosis and the risks associated with low levels of calcium. Dr Wade was extremely informative and helpful.
    Submitted: February 17, 2016
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    Dr John Wade has been helping me with psoriatic arthritis treatment for over three years and I cannot be more happy with his treatment. Sometimes a little quick but over all very educated and concerned for my welfare.
    Submitted: February 13, 2016
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    Received and invite to Dr John wades video based library and within was a request to rate Dr Wade. Thought it made more sense to rate one the video I watched in the library. The video that discusses the importance of vitamin D I found to be informative and timely as I had recently seen my family physician who indicated my vitamin D might be low. Timely video and good dashboard Dr Wade.
    Submitted: February 09, 2016
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    Was having a lot of issues understanding the Importance of adherence to my RA medicine and Dr wade was able to clarify why it was important that I be consistent with my medication.
    Submitted: February 03, 2016
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    Recently visited Dr John Wade to discuss diagnosis and treatment of calcium supplementation and the risks associated with them. Dr Wade gave me a greater understanding of how supplements like calcium can really help me with my osteoporosis.
    Submitted: February 02, 2016

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