South Calgary Health Centre

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About South Calgary Health Centre

South Calgary Health Centre (SCHC), located at 31 Sunpark Plaza SE in the south Calgary community of Sundance, is an urgent care centre providing same-day treatment for unexpected but non-life-threatening health concerns. The facility is staffed by physicians, nurse practitioners, registered nurses, LPNs, and orthopedic technicians, and is equipped to handle conditions such as broken bones, sprains, lacerations, infections, asthma, and dehydration. This is not a full acute-care hospital — patients experiencing life-threatening emergencies should call 911 or proceed to South Health Campus at 4448 Front Street SE, which operates a 24-hour emergency department.

Services & Specialties

Urgent Care (non-life-threatening, same-day conditions), Broken bones and fracture management, Sprains and musculoskeletal injuries, Laceration treatment, Asthma and respiratory concerns, Dehydration treatment, Infection assessment and treatment, Pain management, Pediatric Urgent Care, Sports Medicine, Occupational Medicine, Medical Toxicology, Obstetrics and Women's Health, Addiction Medicine, Community Addiction and Mental Health Clinics, Urgent Mental Health Services, Child and Adolescent Addiction Mental Health and Psychiatry Program, Community Geriatric Mental Health Service, Psychiatric Consultation, Cardiology — ECG Services, Community Accessible Rehabilitation (musculoskeletal, neurological, pulmonary), Alberta Healthy Living Program, Well Child Services, Postpartum Services, Public Health Services, Alberta Precision Laboratories (on-site, room 211), Pharmacy Care Clinic (on-site).

Amenities

• Alberta Precision Laboratories — on-site at room 211, walk-in and appointment services available
• Pharmacy Care Clinic — on-site
• Wheelchair accessible building
• On-site elevator
• Cashier Services
• Volunteer Resources

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Tips Before You Go

• This is an urgent care centre, not a full emergency department — it is ideal for non-life-threatening issues like sprains, cuts, infections, and broken bones, and can mean significantly shorter waits than a hospital ER for these concerns.
• If you or someone with you is experiencing a life-threatening emergency such as chest pain, stroke symptoms, severe bleeding, or difficulty breathing, call 911 immediately or go directly to South Health Campus (4448 Front Street SE), which has a 24-hour emergency department.
• Take advantage of the on-site Alberta Precision Laboratories at room 211 — blood work or lab tests ordered during your visit may be able to be completed in the same building the same day.
• Arrive early in the day if possible, as urgent care centres across Calgary typically see higher patient volumes in the late morning through early evening hours.
• Parking is free for up to 5 hours, so you won't need to worry about feeding a meter — but if your visit is complex, keep the time limit in mind.

What to Bring

• Valid Alberta Health Care Insurance Plan (AHCIP) card
• Government-issued photo ID
• List of current medications, including dosages
• List of known allergies (medications, foods, latex)
• Any relevant medical records, X-rays, or referral letters if available
• Private insurance or benefits card for any additional coverage
• Payment method for any applicable fees (parking is free, but prescriptions or other services may have costs)
• A book, phone charger, or something to occupy you during potential wait times

Frequently Asked Questions

About ER Wait Times

Emergency departments use triage. Patients with more serious conditions are seen first, regardless of arrival time.

Wait times are estimates based on Alberta health data. Actual wait times may vary.

If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 immediately.