Over 84,000 Nova Scotians are waiting for a family doctor. MedLetter connects you with a CPSNS-registered physician who can issue a valid doctor's note the same day — no walk-in clinic required.
Nova Scotia's healthcare access crisis means getting a simple doctor's note can take an entire day at a walk-in clinic. With over 84,000 people on the Need a Family Practice Registry and walk-in clinics overwhelmed across the province, virtual care has become essential for working Nova Scotians who need medical documentation.
Yes. Under Nova Scotia law, there is no distinction between a note issued via telehealth and one from an in-person visit. Our physicians are registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS) and their notes meet all Labour Standards Code requirements.
MedLetter delivers same-day. After you complete the 5-minute intake form, a CPSNS physician reviews your information and your signed note is delivered to your email within 2-4 hours.
Yes. All Nova Scotia employers — including Irving Shipbuilding, Nova Scotia Health Authority, Dalhousie University, Emera, and all government departments — accept notes from CPSNS-registered physicians regardless of whether the consultation was virtual or in-person.
MedLetter charges a flat $49 fee. Walk-in clinics in Nova Scotia may charge $20-40 for a sick note fee, plus you lose 3-5 hours in wages waiting. The total real cost of a walk-in clinic note is typically $74-284 when you factor in lost wages and transportation.
Yes. MedLetter is available 24/7, including weekends and holidays. Most walk-in clinics in Nova Scotia have limited or no weekend hours.
The note includes the physician's name and CPSNS registration number, confirmation of medical inability to work, dates of absence, and the physician's signature. It does not disclose your specific diagnosis — your employer is only entitled to know you were medically unable to work.